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How to ensure a smooth transition back to work after an accident
The prospect of returning to work following an injury can be daunting. Depending on how long you have spent in recovery, you will have to adapt to a change in pace, as well as potential changes in your workplace which may have occurred while you were away. |
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You might be worried that you have caused difficulties by being away from work – don’t. All good employers know how valuable a trained and skilled employee is to them, and their main concern should be to try and make your recovery and subsequent return to work as straightforward and stress-free as possible.
Here are some basic tips on how to make the smoothest possible transition when you return to work after making a no win no fee accident claim.
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Stay in Touch
It can be helpful to stay in contact with your manager or employer occasionally during your time off, so that you are aware of any changes within the company and can put any fears to rest about your job. Employers will also appreciate that you are making an effort to keep them informed of your progress.
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Inform your Boss of your Health Needs
On your return to work, it is standard procedure to have a meeting with your manager to discuss how you are feeling and what can be done to make you more comfortable if you have ongoing health needs.
Don’t let this meeting worry you, instead, use it as an opportunity to update your employer about what you need to get back to work effectively and whether you may have ongoing needs in the future.
These should not be major issues – if you had any serious mobility problems or disability which had an impact on your work then your boss would have been informed of this earlier on and made the necessary adjustments for your return.
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Transitional periods
If you are in the process of recovery, you made need some time with reduced pressure before you return to work full time. To help with this, your employers may offer you a phased return to work, where you come in on certain days at first, instead of working a full week straight away.
This will allow you to settle in again without taking on too much pressure straight away.
You may be attending rehabilitation courses such as physiotherapy for your injury, and employers will be able to help you to restructure your workload to make time for these appointments. Your employer may also be able to offer the services of an Occupational Therapist to give you extra help.
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Ongoing injuries and Disabilities
If your injury has caused you to become permanently disabled or unable to carry out your previous role as before, an employer should be open to the possibility of finding you a role within the company that might suit you better.
When recovering from an injury, everyone is different, so it is impossible to predict how long it will take and if there could be further complications at a later stage. Typical ongoing issues can include lower stamina levels and mood swings as a result of medication. Keep your boss informed over time as to how you are coping, and if you need any additional time off or changes to your role.
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