JUNE 2001 QUESTION
Q.We have a 24/7 operation.
During an interview, when I told an applicant that she would
be required to work on alternating Saturdays and Sundays,
she said that her religion prevents her from working Saturdays.
Must I accommodate her?
A. Unless it
would cause unreasonable hardship, accommodation of religious practices
of employees and applicants is required. You should inquire
into the nature and sincerity of the beliefs, consider possible
accommodations and their burdens, and offer an accommodation
unless it causes and undue hardship.
Remember, you are only required to offer a reasonable accommodation.
You are not required to accept a specific alternative.
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