### Question
How does the law define workers with disabilities?


### Answer
Under *29 U.S.C. § 797a*, **workers with disabilities** is defined as:

> individuals with disabilities who are working in competitive employment and who need new or upgraded skills to improve their employment and career advancement opportunities.

#### Citation:
  - *29 U.S.C. § 797a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 15-OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH > SUBCHAPTER VIII-SPECIAL DEMONSTRATIONS AND TRAINING PROJECTS**

