The law requires an employer to reasonably accommodate an employee's religious beliefs or practices, unless doing so would cause difficulty or expense for the employer. This means an employer may have to make reasonable adjustments at work that will allow the employee to practice his or her religion, such as allowing an employee to voluntarily swap shifts with a co- worker so that he or she can attend religious services.

UAF provides reasonable accommodation to employees or job applicants with a disability, unless doing so would cause significant difficulty or expense.   A reasonable accommodation is any change in the work environment (or in the way things are usually done) to help a person with a disability apply for a job, perform the duties of a job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment.

Examples of reasonable accommodations include making the workplace accessible, acquiring or modifying equipment, providing flexible leave or modifying work schedules, or providing qualified readers or interpreters.   To request an accommodation, please fill out the ADA Reasonable Accommodation Request and give it to your supervisor or to the D&EO Office.

Supervisor's Guide

6 Steps of ADA Reasonable Accommodation Process

Request Form (PDF)