Accommodation for Environmental Sensitivities: Legal Perspective
By: Cara Wilkie and David Baker

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See also: Policy on Environmental Sensitivities

Abstract
Executive Summary and Recommendations

Table of Contents

Introduction to the Issue

Environmental Sensitivities

Environmental Sensitivities, Disability and Medical Evidence

a. Definitions of Disability
b. Evidentiary Difficulties

Accommodation for Environmental Sensitivities: State of Knowledge

a. Canada
b. United States
c. Australia
d. United Kingdom and New Zealand
e. Conclusion

Government Policies and Standards Regarding Building Codes

Accommodation for Environmental Sensitivities: Best Practices

a. Accommodation Principles and Practices
b. Fragrance Policies and Chemical Avoidance
c. Special Equipment and Renovations
d. Transfers, Re-assignments and Retraining
e. Areas of Coverage

Conclusion

Appendix A: Research Methodology
Appendix B: Annotated List of Available Resources
Appendix C: List of Acronyms
Appendix D: List of Organizations and Individuals Consulted

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