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Originally Posted by rjcon88
Hey guys! Here's my situation: As I have stated else where on the board I work at UPS with two other deaf guys on my shift, the three of us all have a common interest, we want to become drivers for the company. Keeping in mind that there are quite a few deaf and HoH drivers within the company nationwide. However, what the problem is our union doesn't want to fight for us to become drivers due to 'safety concerns', we are currently awaiting a decision from the union office wither or not to help us. We'll be having another ADA meeting in a few weeks, which should yield their decision.
My question for you is where could I get information regarding deaf and HoH drivers so I can walk into the meeting with an excellent argument if the union goes against us? Any help or opinions would be greatly appreciated! Thanks guys  |
I don't know what you are looking for exactly but hope this helps:
Deaf Today v3.0: Deaf Talkabout: When it comes to driving ... the eyes have it
Also remind them that UPS can't ban deaf drivers because of the court case Bates v. UPS Inc., 04-17295. The link for that:
Many people think Deaf people should not drive. « Fookem and Bug
Another link which explains it more:
Bates v. United Parcel Service, Inc.
Fact sheet from the court:
http://www.dralegal.org/downloads/ca...SheetFinal.pdf
Another link:
Bates v. UPS (9th Cir. October 10, 2006)
Hope this helps and good luck!