Appraisal Method Appraisal method means a technique used to evaluate job-related knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies, and other qualifications to determine eligibility for a position in the classified service. A determinable physical or mental characteristic caused by the use of alcohol by the person if that physical or mental characteristic prevents the person from performing the duties of the person's job. Examination Examination means an appraisal method. Unrelated to the person's ability Unrelated to the person's ability means, with or without accommodation, a person's disability does not prevent the person from performing the duties of a particular job or position. Qualified employee or applicant means an employee or applicant with a disability who can perform the essential functions of a position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Undue hardship means significant difficulty or expense.
The response must describe the recommended accommodation or provide an explanation for the denial of the request. An appointing authority may use alternative forms approved by the Department of Civil Service. Regulations are issued by the State Personnel Director under authority granted in the State of Michigan Constitution and the Michigan Civil Service Commission Rules . Regulations that implement Commission Rules are subordinate to those Rules.