the information regularly. However, the department does not make any representation, warranty, or guarantee, and accepts no legal liability whatsoever arising from or connected to, the accuracy, reliability, currency, or completeness of any material contained on this website or on any linked website. The …

conditions that affect the use of their hands, arms and legs. This might include equipment or small changes to work areas. There is funding available to help cover the costs. Fine hand … using tools and equipment, driving machinery, preparing food and using items like telephones or keyboards.  An employee may also find it difficult to lift, carry or handle items because they have less grip strength or range of movement. Pain due to conditions …

Discrimination Act 1992. The Disability Discrimination Act defines ‘disability’ as: total or partial loss of a person’s bodily or mental functions total or partial loss of a part of the body the presence in the body of organisms causing disease or …

a long time too much work not enough work time pressures and deadlines changes in procedures or policies not having job security lack of opportunity for promotion. Other things at work that … affect people include: not having enough space to work too much noise not enough noise dirty or untidy work areas poor lighting a lot of distractions. What are some of the signs? Some common signs of stress include: doubting yourself feeling upset or confused a fast heart rate headaches forgetting things making mistakes not communicating well …

can use the EAF? The EAF is for people with disability who need workplace changes, equipment or services to support them to do their job or get a job. To be eligible for the EAF, you must: be an Australian resident  have a job, or have been offered a job, where the work will go for at least 13 weeks – there may be …

about their rights: Can an employer ask if I have a disability during the hiring process or while I'm employed? In Australia, the short answer is, no. Under the Disability Discrimination … can't ask about your disability unless it directly affects your ability to do the job or creates a safety risk. They also can’t ask about your medical history, lifestyle, or personal information that isn’t relevant to your role. JobAccess can help you understand your …

affect how some one learns, understands and communicates. An employee may need support in one or more of these areas. There are a range of things you can do to support employees with … at work . Cognitive differences at work Cognitive impairment can include an intellectual or learning disability or an acquired brain injury. A cognitive impairment might affect how a person: communicates …

and to support them in their job. What are reasonable adjustments? Reasonable adjustments, or workplace adjustments, give people with disability equal access to employment.  They help a … Reasonable adjustments might be: physical changes to the work area and workplace equipment or services changes to work methods and tasks. Not all employees with disability will need extra support or changes. Some may need minor changes that you can make easily at little or no cost. You might …

tell people about your disability at work is your choice to make. If you’re starting a new job or already working, you might like to talk to your employer about your disability to get any … job your disability affects you working safely. If your disability doesn’t affect your work or safety, you don’t have to mention it. Deciding whether to talk to others at work about your … you talk about how you’ll do the tasks in your job let you talk about changes to the workplace or flexible working arrangements to support you to do your job. Sharing information When you talk …

free support to protect your rights as a person with disability. An NDAP agency can speak, act or write for you to make sure your needs are met. For more information: visit the Department of … Izzy’ website to find a disability advocate near you. National Relay Service If you are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment, the National Relay Service (NRS) can help you. The NRS lets you communicate …