Job Accommodation Network's
Searchable Online Accommodation Resource (SOAR)

Common accommodation situations that arise for people who are obese include:

Climbing steps: An individual who is obese can benefit from an elevator or a large-rated stair lift or large-rated wheelchair lift.

Sitting: Large-rated ergonomic chairs are available as options.

Seat Belt Extenders: Seat belt extenders are available for some vehicles and industrial equipment. Some companies choose to not make seatbelt extenders.

Using Safety Products: Specially designed ladders and harnesses are available.

Walking: A large-rated wheelchair or scooter may accommodate this limitation.

 

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Accommodations are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. If you need additional information or would like to discuss the information presented here, contact JAN directly.

SOAR is brought to you by the Job Accommodation Network, a service of the Office of Disability Employment Policy, U.S. Department of Labor. The information does not represent a statement of policy by the U.S. Department of Labor.