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Return-to-Work (RTW) Checklist

10 Oct, 2026 WorkersCompensation.com

                               
Checklist Charlie

Modified Duty Review

✅ Restrictions received

✅ Restrictions sent to employer

✅ Light-duty options discussed

✅ Job analysis completed

✅ Offer letter issued

✅ Employee response documented

✅ Wage differential calculated if needed

✅ RTW date documented

✅ Follow-up scheduled

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