Return to Work Following Illness or Injury Clause Samples
The 'Return to Work Following Illness or Injury' clause outlines the procedures and requirements for an employee resuming work after a period of absence due to health reasons. Typically, this clause specifies that employees may need to provide medical clearance or documentation confirming their fitness to return, and may also detail any accommodations or modified duties that could be arranged during the transition. Its core function is to ensure workplace safety and compliance with health standards, while also facilitating a smooth and supported reintegration of the employee into their role.
Return to Work Following Illness or Injury. In cases where an employee is returning to work following an absence due to illness or injury, including absences covered by the Workers' Compensation benefits, the employee is entitled to reinstatement in his/her former position within twenty-four (24) hours, with all rights and conditions which he/she formerly enjoyed, according to the terms of the Agreement which is in effect at the time of his/her return, subject to the further conditions which follow.
Return to Work Following Illness or Injury. Prior to returning to work, employees who have been absent from work and in receipt of WorkSafe BC wage-loss replacement benefits may be required to produce a medical certificate certifying that they have fully recovered from the compensable injury and are able to perform the full scope of their duties.
Return to Work Following Illness or Injury. An Employee who has been absent from work for up to one (1) year because of certified illness or injury shall be guaranteed a job in her/his former classification, or, at the University’s option, in some other classification paying the same rate, on her/his return within one (1) year provided s/he is medically qualified to do the work of that position. This period shall be extended if the Employee qualifies for compensation under the “own occupation” provision of the Employer’s LTD Plan for the duration of such provision. This guarantee will not apply if the Employee has been laid off in accordance with Article 16 during her/his absence.
Return to Work Following Illness or Injury. The Employer and the Union recognize that the rehabilitation of injured or ill employees is an important goal. Return to work is part of a continuum of injury prevention and rehabilitation. The Employer agrees that, to the extent possible, details of an employee’s return to work plan will be provided in writing to the employee and the Union. An employee who requests assistance from a Union representative or member of the Joint Health and Safety Committee shall be given such assistance in order to address their return to work. Prior to returning to work, employees who have been absent from work and in receipt of WorkSafe BC wage-loss replacement benefits may be required to produce a medical certificate certifying that they have fully recovered from the compensable injury and are able to perform the full scope of their duties.
Return to Work Following Illness or Injury. The Employer will provide a graduated return to work program for employees in accordance with the employee’s medical restrictions.
Return to Work Following Illness or Injury. In cases where an employee is returning to work following an absence due to illness or injury, including absences covered by the Workers' Compensation Benefits, the employee is entitled to reinstatement in their former position. Employees who have been absent from work for a period greater than six (6) months, due to extended illness or injury, must provide fourteen (14) calendar days' notice to the Employer prior to their return to work so as to enable the Employer to make necessary adjustments in the work schedule.
Return to Work Following Illness or Injury. In the case of an employee being off for sickness or accident, when the said employee is declared physically able to resume occupation by either physician or the Workers' Compensation Board, the said employee shall be reinstated to his or her former position upon proof of such capability.
Return to Work Following Illness or Injury.
(a) In cases where an employee is returning to work following an absence due to illness or injury, including absences covered by the Workers' Compensation benefits, the employee is entitled to reinstatement in their former position within a reasonable period of time, providing they are fit to perform the full duties required of the position or the duties of the position after accommodations have been made to match the employee’s medically identified limitations or restrictions.
(b) Opportunities for early safe return to work for employees on sick leave are covered in the Memorandum of Agreement 1 - Early Safe Return to Work.
Return to Work Following Illness or Injury. Prior to returning to work, employees who have been absent from work due to illness or injury may be required to produce a medical certificate certifying that they have recovered from the illness or injury and are either able to perform the full scope of their duties, or with such accommodations as are reasonable in the circumstances given their restrictions and limitations.
Return to Work Following Illness or Injury. In cases where an employee is returning to work following an absence due to illness or injury, including absences covered by the Workers' Compensation Benefits, the employee is entitled to reinstatement in his/her former position within a reasonable period of time, providing he/she is fit to perform the full duties required of the position.