Worksite accommodations for manufacturing employees in a pipe fabrication facility

Article type: Research Article

Authors: Kevin R. Bates,

Affiliations: Workers' Compensation Manager, 13432 Greenview Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA, USA

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Abstract: Through the use of professional experience and case studies, this article will examine the occurrence of injuries and work site accommodations for employees in a pipe fabrication facility. Specific means early injury intervention and environment or ergonomic controls can benefit both worker and employer regarding return-to-work transition will be discussed. Three case studies will be cited to specifically describe means a condition of events may contribute to a successful return-to-work outcome.

Keywords: job modification, early intervention, light duty, safety

Journal: Work, vol. 12, no. 3, pp. 233-237, 1999