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BEM 233B 8 of 12 FAILURE TO MEET EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: FAP BPB 2025-011 4-1-2025

BRIDGES ELIGIBILITY MANUAL STATE OF MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

GOOD CAUSE FOR NONCOMPLIANCE Good cause is a valid reason for failing to participate in employment and/or self-sufficiency-related activities or refusing suitable employment. Investigate and determine good cause before deciding whether to impose a disqualification. Good cause includes the following: Deferred The individual meets one of the deferral criteria; see BEM 230B, DEFERRALS. Meets Participation Requirements The individual meets participation requirements; see BEM 230B, DEFERRALS. Wage Under Minimum Except for sheltered workshops, the wage offered, including tips, is less than the applicable state minimum wage. Client Unfit The individual is physically or mentally unfit for the job, as shown by medical evidence or other reliable information. Health or Safety Risk The degree of risk to health or safety is unreasonable. Illness or Injury The individual has a debilitating illness or injury, or an immediate family member’s illness or injury requires in-home care by the individual. Religion The working hours or nature of the employment interferes with the individual’s religious observances, convictions or beliefs.

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BEM 233B 8 of 12 FAILURE TO MEET EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: FAP BPB 2025-011 4-1-2025

BRIDGES ELIGIBILITY MANUAL STATE OF MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

GOOD CAUSE FOR NONCOMPLIANCE Good cause is a valid reason for failing to participate in employment and/or self-sufficiency-related activities or refusing suitable employment. Investigate and determine good cause before deciding whether to impose a disqualification. Good cause includes the following: Deferred The individual meets one of the deferral criteria; see BEM 230B, DEFERRALS. Meets Participation Requirements The individual meets participation requirements; see BEM 230B, DEFERRALS. Wage Under Minimum Except for sheltered workshops, the wage offered, including tips, is less than the applicable state minimum wage. Client Unfit The individual is physically or mentally unfit for the job, as shown by medical evidence or other reliable information. Health or Safety Risk The degree of risk to health or safety is unreasonable. Illness or Injury The individual has a debilitating illness or injury, or an immediate family member’s illness or injury requires in-home care by the individual. Religion The working hours or nature of the employment interferes with the individual’s religious observances, convictions or beliefs.