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Disability Accommodation Form

The disability accommodation form helps employees and candidates with disabilities request reasonable accommodation so they can work on an equal basis. It identifies barriers in the workplace, records the agreed assistive technology, accessibility or schedule changes, includes a personal emergency evacuation plan, and sets review dates.

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[Company Logo][Company Name]

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION FORM

Ref. No.:
[Reference Number]
Date:
[DD/MM/YYYY]
Classification:
Confidential

Part 1 – Employee Details

Employee / Candidate Name
Employee ID
Designation
Department
Work Location
Reporting Manager

Part 2 – Disclosure (voluntary)

Nature of disability (optional, in your words)
UDID / disability certificate available (Yes / No / Prefer not to say)
Preferred format for communication (large print, email, sign language interpreter, other)

Part 3 – Barriers at Work

AreaBarrier FacedSuggested Solution
Physical access (entry, lift, toilet, desk)[Details][Suggestion]
Digital (software, portals, documents)[Details][Suggestion]
Communication (meetings, training)[Details][Suggestion]
Schedule / workload / travel[Details][Suggestion]
Commute / parking[Details][Suggestion]

Part 4 – Agreed Accommodation Plan

AccommodationOwnerCost (₹)Target DateStatus
[Assistive technology, e.g., screen reader][IT][Amount][DD/MM/YYYY][Open / Done]
[Accessibility change, e.g., ramp, desk height][Admin][Amount][DD/MM/YYYY][Open / Done]
[Schedule change, e.g., flexible start][Reporting Manager][Amount][DD/MM/YYYY][Open / Done]

Part 5 – Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan

Alarm alert method (visual / vibrating / buddy)
Evacuation buddy and alternate
Route and refuge point
Equipment needed (evacuation chair, other)
Shared with safety marshals on [DD/MM/YYYY]

Part 6 – Review

Next review date
Grievance Redressal Officer[Name], [Email]

Declaration and Consent

I agree to the accommodation plan above and consent to relevant details being shared only with the people named as owners and the safety marshals for my evacuation plan. I may request a review at any time.

Employee
[Employee Name]
Date: [Date]
HR
[HR Name]
Date: [Date]

What this template includes

  • Voluntary disclosure with optional UDID or disability certificate
  • Barrier identification across physical, digital, communication and schedule
  • Accommodation plan with owner, cost and date
  • Assistive technology and accessible software
  • Personal emergency evacuation plan (PEEP)
  • Link to the company's Grievance Redressal Officer or equal opportunity policy

When to use it

  • Onboarding a new joiner who is a person with disability
  • An existing employee acquires a disability or a condition progresses
  • Office moves or new systems that may create new barriers
  • Annual review of agreed accommodations

How to customise this template

  1. 1Insert your Equal Opportunity Policy reference and grievance officer name
  2. 2Ask your IT team to list available assistive tools (screen readers, captioning)
  3. 3Work with admin on ramps, accessible toilets and parking
  4. 4Agree the evacuation buddy and route with safety marshals
  5. 5Set a review cycle and keep the plan confidential

HR tips

  • Ask the employee what works for them; they know best
  • Many accommodations cost little, such as seating changes or flexible hours
  • Test digital tools for screen-reader compatibility
  • Never share disability details beyond those who need to know

Establishments have duties on reasonable accommodation and non-discrimination under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 and its rules; verify the obligations that apply to your organisation and review with a legal adviser.

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Frequently asked questions

What is reasonable accommodation under the RPwD Act?+

It means necessary and appropriate modifications and adjustments, without a disproportionate or undue burden, to ensure persons with disabilities enjoy rights equally with others.

Is a disability certificate required to request accommodation?+

The company may ask for reasonable supporting information, and a UDID or disability certificate is common. Many accommodations can be made without one; avoid delaying simple adjustments.

What is a personal emergency evacuation plan?+

A PEEP is an individual plan for safely evacuating a person who may need help in an emergency, naming buddies, routes and equipment.