66 Final Decision

The RAC must consult the manager of the operation or office affected by the request for reasonable accommodation and he or she must approve the request or determination using the RAC as a consultative source or guide. If the manager decides not to follow the RAC’s recommendation to accommodate the individual, the manager must do the following:

• Document his or her reason for that decision.
• Provide the documentation to the RAC. The RAC will forward this documentation to the area employment law office for its opinion. Refer to 25 for additional information on denying a requested accommodation.

The RAC chairperson or designee must document for the RAC file the following:

• The final decision, including the name, title, and date the RAC consulted the manager of the operation or office.
• The identity of the RAC members involved in the consultation.
• The substance of the recommendation, if any, made by the RAC to the manager.
• The manager’s decision.