Only 74% of Companies say Senior Management Fully Supports Transitional Duty Program

Our informal online poll found that only 74% of companies say “Senior Management Supports Their Transitional Duty Program.” There are ways to bring senior management on board. Usually they are not on board because they think a transitional duty program will be a problem in the workplace, be unproductive or will cost too much. This opinion usually comes from lack of understanding. That is, senior management does not know how a well-structured program is run. Explain that there are guidelines, policies and procedures to ensure that all employees are treated fairly and policies and guidelines are clearly communicated to employees and supervisors. More information about Sample Procedures. The goal is to have injured employees return to work as quickly as possibly – when they are medically able – after an injury. Show the REAL cost of workers comp translated into sales — a management “hot spot” — with the Real Cost Calculator. Whether you have guaranteed cost insurance or loss-sensitive program, having an effective return to work program will save you money. Most people do better when they have a destination to go to each day. People feel isolated when they are no longer involved in their workplace’ however, after a couple weeks of not working they substitute their normal work routine with other activities which often are not productive and become adjusted to not working.This is particularly true if your return to work program pay structure provides more than when an employee is working. Check out the post on Collateral Source Benefits to find out more about this topic. For more cost savings tips go to WC Cost Reduction Tips. Do not use this information without independent verification. All state laws are different. Consult with your corporate legal counsel before implementing any cost containment programs. ©2008 Amaxx Risk Solutions, Inc. All rights reserved under International Copyright Law. If you would like permission to reprint this material, contact I[email protected]