Assignment #5 - Injured at Work
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Assignment #5 - Injured at Work
Name: Occupational Healthy and Safety
Management
Name: Merlin Shajumon
Student ID: 219905181
Instructor Name: Sarah Gayer
Pretend you suddenly injured your back at work when asked to lift heavy boxes. Once at the hospital,
you realized you developed a hernia, which resulted in requiring immediate surgery and you being off
work for 4 weeks.
Q1. The effects on my physical, psychological, and financial well-being would vary if I unexpectedly
hurt my lower back at my job or developed a hernia which requires an
urgent surgery and a four-week
leave from work.
Throughout the recovery process, I would feel pain, discomfort, and have restricted movement
physically.
Physical activity limits may be necessary following surgery and during the recovery period, making it
challenging to carry out everyday tasks and complete regular job duties. As a result of the physical impact,
there may be a loss of endurance and strength, necessitating therapy and progressive reconditioning to
return to full functionality.
Due to the unforeseen injury, the requirement for having surgery, and the ensuing time off work, I may
feel
emotionally f
rustrated, anxious, or stressed. Managing physical discomfort and limits can also have
an impact on mental health, possibly resulting in a brief lack of confidence or dread of reinjury. Family,
friends, and coworkers' emotional support and comfort would be crucial during this time.
Financially
speaking, the injury can cause serious financial hardship. There may be gaps in insurance
coverage for the medical costs related to surgery, hospitalisation, and follow-up visits, resulting in out-of-
pocket charges. In addition, missing four weeks of work results in a loss in income during that time. This
decrease in income, along with additional costs for prescription drugs and continuous therapy, may result
in financial instability.
Q2. What supports would you need from your employer to recover from your injury and
reintegrate back into the workplace (e.g. time-off work, return to work plan, etc.)?
My company would need to provide me with several assistances for me to heal from the accident and
return into the workforce. First off, a decent amount of time off work would be required to accommodate
the procedure, any necessary follow-up care, and initial recovery. This could be a combination of paid or
unpaid sick leave, disability compensation, or other types of leave. Second, it would be crucial to have a
well-organized return to work strategy. To facilitate an easy transition back into full job obligations, this
could involve a gradual return with altered responsibilities or fewer hours. Additionally, to promote my
physical recovery and prevent reinjury, workplace modifications like workload redistribution or ergonomic
equipment may be required.
Q3. What role may the government, your employer, and the workers' compensation board (WCB/WSIB)
have in facilitating your return to work?
My ability to return to work would be greatly helped by the government, my company, and the workers'
compensation board (WCB/WSIB). To ensure that companies keep safe working conditions and take the
necessary precautions to prevent injuries, the government may pass laws and regulations pertaining to
workplace safety and employee rights. The employer's responsibility would be to aid in the recovery
process, which would entail offering the appropriate time off work, creating a plan for returning to work,
and putting in place any necessary workplace modifications. The worker's compensation board would be
crucial in providing financial support and benefits throughout the recuperation period, making up for
missed pay and helping with medical costs associated with the work-related accident.
To ensure a smooth return to work while taking care of medical, emotional, and financial needs,
recuperating from a work-related accident necessitates a coordinated effort between the person,
employer, and pertinent government organisations.
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