Compensation Complaint Summary Complainant claims he commenced employment with respondent Commonwealth agency in July 2000. Complainant claims that following medical examination to assess fitness for on-going employment he was dismissed because of his ill health. Medical Officer thought complainant had diabetes and hearing loss and increased blood pressure.
Complainant has spondyloisthesis.
Complainant claims she was harassed about requesting minor accommodation for her disability and then told that she was no longer required. Complainant has dyslexia and claims indirect disability discrimination. Duties included sorting mail, register correspondence and photocopying. Complainant was ultimately transferred to a Department which quickly closed and complainant was made redundant Complainant claims he was discriminated against on the basis of his disability and reasonable accommodation was not provided. The respondent has added show cause condition before they consider complainant's readmission after the suspension period.