Light Duty Return-to-Work Program
A ready-to-use program template that helps employers bring injured employees back to safe, productive work faster—reducing claim duration, lost time, and ultimately experience mod impact.
Faster, Safer Returns Lower Costs
A structured light-duty program is one of the most effective levers for controlling workers' comp costs. Shorter claim duration means lower indemnity payments—and a healthier experience mod.
Reduce Claim Duration
Transitional duty keeps employees engaged and shortens time away, cutting indemnity exposure.
Lower Total Cost
Fewer lost workdays reduce both direct claim costs and the indirect costs of replacing labor.
Retain Talent & Morale
Employees who stay connected to work recover with purpose and are more likely to stay long-term.
A Step-by-Step Program Framework
The module guides employers through building and running a compliant light-duty program.
Establish the Policy
Set a written light-duty / transitional-work policy with clear eligibility, scope, and expectations for everyone involved.
Identify Transitional Roles
Pre-define a menu of modified-duty tasks and roles employees can step into based on medical restrictions.
Coordinate With Providers
Capture work restrictions from treating physicians and match them to suitable transitional assignments.
Make the Offer
Issue a formal, documented light-duty job offer that aligns with the employee's restrictions.
Monitor & Adjust
Track progress, update assignments as restrictions change, and document each milestone.
Transition to Full Duty
Move the employee back to their regular role once cleared, and close the loop with all stakeholders.
Ready-to-Use Template Assets
Add Return-to-Work to Your Risk Strategy
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