What Documentation Is Required to Return to Work After an Injury?
Quick Answer Before returning to work or changing duties after an injury, you must provide written documentation from your treating medical provider that clearly outlines your work status and any restrictions. HR must review and approve this documentation before you return to work or resume full duties. Required …
What If I Disagree With a Medical Restriction or Return-to-Work Decision?
Quick Answer Medical restrictions and return-to-work decisions must be followed as documented. If you have concerns, you may raise them through the appropriate process, but restrictions remain in effect until formally changed by the treating medical provider and reviewed by HR. What to Do * Follow the current m…
What Is the Medcor Nurse Triage Line and When Do I Call It?
Quick Answer Medcor connects you with a licensed nurse for guidance on non-life-threatening work injuries. When to Call * After reporting a work injury to your supervisor * If symptoms seem minor but could worsen * If you are unsure whether medical care is needed * If you need non-emergency medical care Medc…
Who Is Responsible for What During a Workplace Injury?
Quick Answer Workplace injury response is a shared responsibility between the team member, supervisor, Medcor, treating medical provider (if applicable), claims adjuster (if applicable), and HR, with each role having defined responsibilities to ensure safety, compliance, and proper recovery. Team Member Responsib…
What Should I Do If I See an Unsafe Condition but No One Is Injured?
Quick Answer If you notice an unsafe condition, report it so it can be addressed before someone is hurt. What to Do * If there is immediate danger, stop work if necessary. * Report the unsafe condition using the appropriate reporting process. * Avoid attempting repairs or fixes unless you are authorized and t…
Where Can I Find Injury Reporting and Return-to-Work Resources?
Quick Answer Injury reporting and return-to-work resources are always available in Dayforce , the LWG Knowledge Base , and at your work location. Available Resources * Dayforce > Homepage > QuickLinks Workplace Injury Guide Workplace Injury Training LWG Safety Manual * LWG Knowledge Base (HappyFox…
Where Do I Go for Medical Treatment for a Work Injury?
Quick Answer If you are injured at work, medical treatment depends on the severity of the injury. * Life-threatening injuries: Call 9-1-1 immediately. * Non-life-threatening work injuries: Notify your supervisor and call the Medcor Nurse Triage Line at 1-815-846-2380 before seeking care. Medcor will guide next …
LWG Professional Workplace Standards & Self-Check
LWG Professional Workplace Standards & Self-Check Purpose & Why This Matters Leeds West Groups (LWG) is committed to maintaining workplaces that are safe, respectful, professional, and inclusive. Our shared work environments should support safety, reflect our values, and allow every team member to perform their j…
What Happens If I Don’t Report an Injury Right Away?
Quick Answer Delayed reporting may delay benefits and result in corrective action. Report all injuries, no matter how minor or severe, and all near-misses to a supervisor or HR as soon as possible after it occurs. Failure to report injuries promptly may lead to: * Delayed or denied workers’ compensation benefit…
What Is Stop Work Authority and When Should I Use It?
Quick Answer Stop Work Authority means every team member has the right and responsibility to stop work if they believe a task, condition, or behavior is unsafe. Safety always comes before speed, convenience, or hierarchy. What Is Stop Work Authority? Stop Work Authority empowers team members to pause work when s…
