What are employers required to do under the ADA?

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), one key requirement for employers is to ensure that their facilities are accessible to individuals with disabilities. This involves making necessary modifications to the physical environment and providing accommodations that allow employees with disabilities to perform their essential job functions. Accessibility can include features such as ramps, designated parking spaces, accessible restrooms, and other structural changes that enable equal access to the workplace.

This requirement aims to create an inclusive work environment where everyone has the opportunity to participate fully in employment, regardless of their physical or mental abilities. By making facilities accessible, employers demonstrate their commitment to diversity and compliance with federal law, promoting equal opportunities in the workforce.

The other options, such as providing free medical care or hiring only individuals without disabilities, do not align with the intentions or stipulations of the ADA. The ADA focuses on accommodation and access rather than imposing restrictions on employment based on disability.