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A solid plan of action after an incident is important for any business to continue running smoothly.
A return-to-work program prioritizes employee well-being, helping them stay connected and productive while they recover.1 Additionally, effective root-cause analysis (RCA) helps employers identify the reasons behind accidents and implement measures to prevent future occurrences.2
Review more tools and resources and develop a plan of action for your business.
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Discover the benefits and expectations of our return-to-work program, ensuring a safe and smooth transition after an injury.
Use this root cause analysis template form to identify root causes and improve systems to avoid future issues.
Use this sample return-to-work program guide to develop your own, ensuring a smooth, supportive transition for employees returning after an injury or illness.
Develop a return-to-work program to help injured employees get back to work safely with our sample guide and ready-to-use checklists, forms and templates.
- Return-to-work program (PDF)
Additional resources
- General industry self-inspection checklist - Texas (PDF)
Printable checklist to help identify workplace hazards - Job accommodation network – JAN
A–Z guide to workplace accommodations and disability resources - OSHA – The importance of root cause analysis during investigations (PDF)
A guide on investigating workplace incidents through root cause analysis - Self-inspection checklists – Boise State OSHCon
Industry-specific checklists for workplace safety evaluations - Stay-at-work/Return-to-work toolkit – Council of State Governments (PDF)
Strategies, benefits, and best practices return-to-work programs
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[1] “Why is Nationwide’s Successful Return-to-Work program so important?” Nationwide, www.nationwide.com/business/risk-management/services-resources/resource-library/articles/why-is-a-good-return-to-work-program-so-important (accessed Jan. 22, 2025).
[2] “The Importance of Root Cause Analysis During Incident Investigation,” OSHA, osha.gov/sites/default/files/publications/OSHA3895.pdf (accessed Jan. 22, 2025).