The provisions of this article shall apply to any State agency which utilizes psychometric tests in its personnel procedures. Any such agency shall administer test materials in such manner, form and procedure as will prevent discrimination to persons with physical handicaps as provided for in this article.
In all instances where needed, agencies shall secure appropriate technical assistance to administer their test materials. Technical assistance shall be provided, where possible, by appropriate State agencies, professional organizations who work with the physically handicapped and other interested private or public groups and organizations.
It shall be the responsibility of the handicapped person to make known his needs for special assistance or procedures to the agency in advance of his test.
HISTORY: 1976 Act No. 662 Section 2.
Structure South Carolina Code of Laws
Chapter 33 - Rights Of Physically Disabled Persons
Section 43-33-10. Declaration of policy.
Section 43-33-25. Use of motorized chairs or carts by handicapped on beaches.
Section 43-33-40. Unlawful interference with rights of blind or other physically disabled person.
Section 43-33-50. White Cane Safety Day.
Section 43-33-60. Policy regarding employment of blind and other physically disabled persons.
Section 43-33-210. Definitions.
Section 43-33-230. Complaints.
Section 43-33-310. Legislative findings.
Section 43-33-330. Appointment of board.
Section 43-33-340. Definitions.
Section 43-33-350. Powers and duties of System.
Section 43-33-360. Interview of complainant.
Section 43-33-370. Authority of system upon receipt of written request to investigate complaint.
Section 43-33-380. Information not to be disclosed unless authorized in writing.
Section 43-33-510. Short title.
Section 43-33-520. Guaranteed opportunities.
Section 43-33-530. Discrimination prohibited without reasonable justification.
Section 43-33-540. Injunctive relief or civil damages for persons discriminated against.
Section 43-33-560. Handicap, handicapped, and mental impairment defined.