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direct threat

Direct threat, as defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, is a significant risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of the individual or others that cannot be eliminated or reduced by reasonable accommodation.

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direct threat

Direct threat, as defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, is a significant risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of the individual or others that cannot be eliminated or reduced by reasonable accommodation.

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The intent of the ADA is to provide economic opportunities for disabled persons. No individual should be placed in a job that creates safety risks for the individual or the individual's coworkers.