Graduated Return-to-Work Program
Effective Dates
March 6, 1995 - December 31, 2004
Policy Code
CS-10
General Information
A graduated return-to-work program is one type of return-to-work program. It is part of a rehabilitation plan and may be part of a vocational rehabilitation plan.
A graduated return-to-work program may be undertaken when the work-related disability precludes a worker's immediate return to full-time pre-disability employment, but the worker is able to return to work on a reduced basis.
A graduated return-to-work program is aimed at facilitating a disabled worker's gradual transition from disability to full employment. A program may be implemented when it is considered appropriate to achieve maximum physical, psychological, economic and social recovery from the effects of a work-related disability on a timely basis.
All claims decisions are appealable to the Workers' Compensation Health and Safety Board.
Policy References
Suspension, Reduction and Termination of Benefits
May 9, 1994 - June 30, 2008 | CL-30 | Policies prior to July 1, 2022In limited circumstances, the board is permitted to suspend, reduce, or terminate compensation that is payable to a worker or his/her dependants.
Any decision made pertaining to the suspension, reduction or termination of compensation may be app
Rehabilitation
December 8, 1993 - December 31, 2004 | CS-05 | Policies prior to July 1, 2022Chronic Pain and Chronic Pain Syndrome
June 14, 1994 - February 10, 1997 | CS-06 | Policies prior to July 1, 2022Vocational Rehabilitation
November 8, 1994 - December 31, 2004 | CS-07 | Policies prior to July 1, 2022Fitness for Employment Suitable Occupation Deeming
November 8, 1994 - December 31, 2006 | CS-08 | Policies prior to July 1, 2022Return-to-Work Programs
March 7, 1995 - December 31, 2004 | CS-09 | Policies prior to July 1, 2022