Preparing the Workplace for Everyone

Table of Contents

Executive Order 13347 and The Council

The Workplace Subcommittee

Important Note to Readers

Necessity of Plans

Societal Changes
Legal Considerations

Homeland Security Presidential Directive 5 (HSPD-5)
The U.S. Access Board’s ADA-ABA Accessibility Guidelines
The Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (Rehabilitation Act)
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
State and Local Guidance

Agency Commitment

Development

Involving Key Personnel
Regional and Field Offices
Shelter-in-Place (SIP) Plans
Evaluating Employee and Customer Needs

Implementation

Communicating About and Distributing the Plan
Employer Responsibilities and Employee Right to Self-Determination
Working with First-Responders: First-Responder Responsibilities and Employee Right to Self-Determination
Re-thinking the Elevator Policy
Emergency Notification Strategies

Practice and Maintenance

In Focus Topics

The Role of Federal Executive Boards (FEBs)
A Brief History: The Original ADA and ABA Guidelines
Engaging the Disability Community
Building Security Committees (BSCs)
Determining Equipment Needs
Service Animals and Emergency Preparedness
Deciding Whether to Request Assistance
First Responder Considerations in Emergency Situations
A Closer Look at Elevator Safety in Emergencies
The Importance of Redundancy: Situations and Notification Systems
Types of Drills

Appendices

Appendix A: Critical Questions List
Appendix B: Resources
Appendix C: Executive Order 13347

Endnotes