Return to Work 1-5 Employees
Overview
- Supporting the worker’s active recovery
- Keeping a valued worker in the workplace
- Limiting WSIB costs
There is no legal requirement to have a return to work program, but proactive firms should consider applying these processes where opportunities are available/practical.
Return to Work Responsibilities
| Role | Responsibility | Timeframe |
| Injured Worker | Notify supervisor/employer of the Injury | Immediately or as soon as possible |
| Have the treating health care provider complete a Form 8 Let the health care provider know that your employer offers modified duties. | Provide a copy of page 2 to your employer | |
| Return page 2 of Form 8 | That day or before the start of their next scheduled shift | |
| Fill out a Form 6 Worker’s Report of Injury | As soon as possible or during the next scheduled day at work | |
| Cooperate with employer to identify suitable modified duties | After injury occurs | |
| Maintain communication with the employer and WSIB during recovery period Obtain an updated FAF as requested Notify employer and WSIB if there are difficulties or disputes with RTW plan | After injury Occurs | |
| Employer | Report Injury to WSIB (Form 7) Immediately report a Critical Injury to MOL (877-202-0008) | Complete a Form 7 within three days of becoming aware of work-related injury or illness and submit to WSIB within seven days |