Off-Duty Social & Recreational Activities During the year, employees may participate in social or recreational activities sponsored by the Company. An employee’s attendance at such social activities, however, is completely voluntary and is not considered work-related. Midwest Fastener Corp., nor our insurers, will be liable for the payment of workers’ compensation benefits for any injury that arises out of an employee’s voluntary participation in any off-duty and/or Company-sponsored recreational, social or athletic activity that is not part of the employee’s work-related duties. Recreational walking in the factory or warehouse is prohibited. 4.13 Injuries All injuries must be reported immediately to a Midwest Fastener supervisor, regardless of how insignificant the injury may appear. If an employee goes to the emergency room or to any doctor without authorization, the employee will be liable for any medical bills associated with unauthorized medical treatment. Drug screening is mandatory for all work-related injuries and accidents. Midwest Fastener Corp.’s will attempt to have available, when approved by medical practitioners, a light duty return to work program. Although the employee on limited or light work duty may not be in the department, they were working previous to the injury, a suitable task may be provided within the Company. Health-Related Issues Employees who become aware of any health-related issue should notify their supervisor of any health status changes. This policy has been instituted strictly to protect employees. A written “permission to work” from the employee’s physician is required at the time or shortly after notice has been given. The physician’s note should specify whether the employee is able to perform regular duties as outlined in their job description. A leave of absence may be granted on a case-by-case basis. If the need arises for a leave of absence or Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), employees should notify human resources.
Employee Requiring Medical Attention In the event an employee requires medical attention, the employee must notify their direct supervisor, management, and/or human resources immediately. The employee will be given directions regarding the need to seek medical attention according to Midwest Fastener insurance policies. Failure to adhere to these policies will make the employee liable for the medical bills associated with the injury.
Drug screening is mandatory for all work-related injuries and accidents.
4.14 Return to Work after Serious Injury or Illness Employees who have been absent from work because of serious illness or injury are required to obtain a written doctor’s release specifically stating that the employee is capable of performing essential functions of their job, with or without a reasonable accommodation. A serious injury or illness is defined as one that results in the employee being absent from work for three or more consecutively scheduled days, which may limit the employee’s ability to perform essential job duties or assignments. The employee must first report to their Immediate Supervisor before reporting to their work area. The Immediate Supervisor and the Human Resources Department will review the documentation and any restrictions before releasing the employee back to work. Restrictions include the employee’s ability to sit, stand, stoop, bend, walk and/or number of pounds the individual can lift. This must be in writing from your doctor’s office and show the date the restriction ends. If Midwest Fastener Corp. is unable to reasonably accommodate the employees’ restrictions without causing the Company undue hardship, the employee will be unable to return to work and the employee will be placed on personal leave.
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