Dana, When an employee is hurt at work, the first step is usually a doctor's visit and a stack of paperwork. But waiting for a full release before anyone thinks about work again is where lost days, rising claim costs, and attorney involvement all begin. The truth is, a real return to work process does not only protect your organization, it shows your employees that their job is still there. When workers see their employer holding a place for them and planning around what they can still do, they feel seen, supported, and far more likely to stay involved in their own recovery. This week I am sharing the four components a working return to work system actually needs, the three reasons most efforts stall before they start, and the four numbers that tell you whether yours is working. Better outcomes for your employees, and for your bottom line. |
