In what occupations do people with disabilities work?

Sixteen million people with disabilities work. They are trained in many fields. According to the Department of Labor, the number of people with disabilities working in various occupations is:

• Executive and administrative 995,000
• Machine operators 855,000
• Food preparation and service 813,000
• Sales workers (retail/personal) 803,000
• Handlers, equipment cleaners, laborers, helpers 768,000
• Cleaning, building service 669,000
• Mechanics, repairers 603,000
• Motor vehicle operators 507,000
• Motor vehicle operators 507,000
• Secretaries, stenos, typists 493,000
• Construction trades 484,000
• Misc. administrative support 435,000
• Health care 400,000