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myths & facts
IV. Myths and Facts about Workers with Disabilities
Myths are roadblocks that interfere with the ability of people with
disabilities to have equality in employment. These roadblocks usually
result from a lack of experience and interaction with people with
disabilities. This lack of familiarity has nourished negative attitudes
concerning the abilities of people with disabilities.
Listed below are some common myths and the facts that tell the real
story. Which are myths and which are facts?
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Hiring employees with disabilities slightly increases workers
compensation insurance rates for business.
Myth Fact
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Employees with disabilities have the same
absentee rate as those employees without disabilities.
Myth Fact
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A large percentage of persons with
disabilities are unable to meet job performance standards.
Myth Fact
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Persons with disabilities have difficulty
getting to work.
Myth Fact
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Most workers with disabilities require
special accommodations.
Myth Fact
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Seventy-five percent (75%) of reasonable
accommodations cost more than $500.
Myth Fact
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Safety records reveal that workers with
disabilities and those without disabilities have the same rate of
on-the-job accidents.
Myth Fact
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