As an applicant or employee, when should you contact the ADA Coordinator?

• If you are unsure whether your medical condition (physical or mental) is covered under the ADA.
  

• If you have questions about your rights and responsibilities under the ADA.
  

• If you need assistance with the accommodation process.
  

• If you have concerns about discrimination, harassment, or retaliation based on disability or the need for accommodations.
  

.As a supervisor, when should you contact the ADA Coordinator?

• As soon as you become aware of a disability-related employment matter or an employee requests an accommodation.
  

• If you are unsure whether a disability may be present (do not ask the applicant or employee).
  

• To send a copy of medical information or documentation that is needed for ADA purposes.
  

• In order to make a decision to approve, modify, or deny an accommodation request, as required by the UW Oshkosh disability accommodation policy.
  

• Before imposing disciplinary action, up to and including termination, when there is a disability or a perceived disability.
  

• If you want the ADA Coordinator to give a presentation or workshop to supervisors in your unit or department.
  
  
  

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