Identify what John, the new HR manager, should not do when interviewing or employing a person with a disability.

Question

John should make sure that the application forms do not ask disability related questions.

John should not assume that the office is accessible for the new disabled employee and rather ask him or her to mention if there are any challenges regarding accessibility.

John should treat a person with a disability with more respect than anyone else, and constantly take his or her disability into consideration.

John decided that along with their emergency alarm, he will install a flashing light. This will help Wanda, who struggles with a hearing impairment, to see if there is an emergency.

Answer 1

John should not treat a person with a disability with more respect than anyone else, and constantly take his or her disability into consideration. While it is important to accommodate and support employees with disabilities, it is equally important to treat all employees with fairness and equality, without making the individual feel singled out or overly defined by their disability.

Additionally, he should ensure that he focuses on the applicant's skills, qualifications, and how they can contribute to the organization, rather than placing undue emphasis on their disability.