Question

Which of the following interview questions by an employer is not allowed under the ADA?

"Could you explain or demonstrate how you would perform this particular task?"

"This job requires that you start work at 7 am five days a week. Would you be able to be at work at that time every day?"

[After seeing that the candidate uses a wheelchair]: "Do you need any assistance getting to your appointment with Melinda Felton, who has her office down in the basement?"

"Do you have any prior illnesses, diseases, medical conditions, or prior hospitalizations?"

c and d

Answer 1

c and d

[After seeing that the candidate uses a wheelchair]: "Do you need any assistance getting to your appointment with Melinda Felton, who has her office down in the basement?"; and, "Do you have any prior illnesses, diseases, medical conditions, or prior hospitalizations?" are the interview questions by an employer which is not allowed under the ADA. As per ADA, any recognition of disability by inquiry or examination at the interview stage is strictly prohibited.