Scenario 8-3
Bill, who has an arthritic condition, applied for a position as a private bus driver. He met all the conditions of the selection process but was rejected by the company on the advice of the doctor who performed the mandatory medical examination.
-Refer to Scenario 8-3. What protection does Bill have under human rights law in this situation?
A) Bill is not being discriminated against as public safety requires a high standard of driving skills.
B) Bill is protected on the grounds of physical disability.
C) Bill is protected by employment equity legislation.
D) Bill is not being discriminated against as driving requires quick response of his hands and feet.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Bill is protected on the grounds of physical disability. It is not lawful to discriminate against a job applicant based on their disability, unless it directly impacts their ability to perform the essential duties of the job. In this case, if Bill was able to meet all the conditions of the selection process, then his arthritic condition should not be a barrier to his employment as a private bus driver, unless it was shown that it would directly impact his ability to drive safely.

Scenario 8-3 Bill, Who Has an Arthritic Condition, Applied for a Position