When an employee suffers from an on-the-job injury, their recovery and return-to-work process can be a stressful time for everyone. The injured employee might worry about job security while as a business owner or manager, you might have concerns about productivity, cost, and employee morale. Luckily, there is one thing that can make the process easier for everyone: an efficient return-to-work program for injured employees.
What is a Return-to-Work Program?
A return-to-work program is a program that brings injured employees back to work after a workplace accident or injury. It includes accommodations and modifications for the injured employee, allowing them to ease back into their previous role. For example, someone with a back injury might handle light-duty or administrative tasks as part of a return-to-work program, since their injury might prevent them from immediately doing more strenuous labor. While the employee’s injury and limitations should always be taken into account, the goal of a return-to-work program is to help an injured employee get back to work as soon as possible.
The Benefits for Employees
For employees, a return-to-work program has many benefits, including a greater sense of job security. When someone is injured, they may have concerns about a long recovery process, their ability to do their old job, or if they’ll even be taken back at their previous workplace. By offering a return-to-work program, employers can provide their injured employees with a sense of security. This cuts down on stress and allows them to focus on their recovery.
A return-to-work program can also boost morale among all employees, even those who have not experienced a workplace injury. When you offer a great return-to-work program, you show you have place your employees’ health and security as a top priority. This makes everyone feel valued and protected at work, which can increase productivity, reduce turnover, and improve morale for everyone.
Cost Benefits for Employers
If you’re an employer, having a return-to-work program can also help you reduce costs. By bringing back an injured employee as part of a return-to-work program, you will not have to hire someone to replace them. This greatly cuts down on costs associated with:
- Recruiting
- Hiring
- Onboarding and training
A return-to-work program may also work to greatly reduce employee turnover. This also saves you money as an employee, plus allows you feel secure that you’re created a safe and positive workplace environment.
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