4.5 Commonwealth Disability Strategy
The National Blood Authority implemented the principles of the Commonwealth Disability Strategy. Internal staff member training incorporated education and information about the needs of people with disabilities in the workplace. The National Blood Authority continues to make the organisation accessible for people with disabilities by:
- ensuring employment policies and procedures comply with the Disability Discrimination Act 1992
- ensuring managers and recruitment officers apply 'reasonable adjustment' principles
- conducting training and staff development programs considerate of the needs of people with disabilities, including information on disability issues
- using complaint and grievance mechanisms to address any potential issue raised by staff or the public.