Return-to-work programs have, historically, been proven to be cost-effective for employers over the long-term. However, employers still show hesitancy towards devoting full resources towards the programs due to cost concerns. Additionally, the recession has created a leaner workforce and employers ...
Practical implications – The findings have implications for employers engaged in return-to-work practices and researchers studying return to work. Both should address not only the workplace-based strategies used, but also the way in which these strategies are implemented. Originality/value – The ...
Background The sickness certification and return to work (RTW) of people with chronic pain are important health and economic issues for employees, employers, taxpayers and the UK government. The 'fit note' and a national educational programme promoting RTW were introduced in 2010 to curb rising ...
California Return to Work Requirements Both workers' compensation law and disability law need to be considered in order for employers to implement an effective return-to-work program in the state of California. It is illegal to terminate or refuse to reinstate duties for any employee who due to...
Summary Exceptional talent strategies are at the heart of any high-performing company. A nonlinear career path is the new normal, and companies would be wise to invest in return-to-work programs to capitalize on this growing pool of diverse, experienced talent. ...
Coordination of return-to-work for employees on sick leave due to common mental disorders: facilitators and barriers Purpose:To identify facilitators of and barriers to the coordination of return-to-work between the primary care services, the employee, and the employers f... L Holmlund,T Hellman...
orders have to end sooner or later and it’s going to be a transition for everyone. The time is now to start planning for a successful return to work strategy. DRM’s labor and employment team will help you think through the process and present strategies to consider for your organization...
Phased return to work guidelines for HR What HR should do if a phased return to work fails What is a phased return to work? A phased return to work allows employees to slowly reintegrate back into work after an extended period of absence due to illness, maternity leave, bereavement, or ma...
Post-COVID Workplace Strategies 1. Staggering Schedules: The first step that companies are considering for the post-COVID workplace is simply to reduce the number of employees in an office at one time. Businesses are considering staggering the schedules of employees so that each individual com...
Phased Employee Return Strategies and Considerations Who ShouldReturnFirst Employers should assess their workforce and determine which employees to prioritize returning. Each business will prioritize differently but it is likely that many will begin with employees critical to operations or essential business ...