Return to Work (RTW) Interview Checklist 2
- During Interview checks
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| Theme | Action | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| e.g. interview letter | sent | Complete, reply received 03.02.14 |
| Check venue shortly before interview | a) confirm facilities and venue still suitable | |
| Welcome the interviewee back to work | a) be sincere b) confirm that they are fit to return to work c) Advise that you are using a checklist to record details and make notes to ensure that nothing is missed. Advise that they will receive a summary of the interview in writing subsequent to the meeting. | |
| Discuss reasons for recent absence | a) Have your information pack available to refer to. b) Explore reasons for absence, use open ended questions. c) Explore what may have caused or exacerbated the absence. | |
| Discuss all absences, as necessary | a) Explore any trends, patterns, triggers that may appear. Be sensitive to the fact that the employee may feel defensive about these issues, or reluctant to discuss circumstances. b) Discuss what help is available, particularly if there is a recurring illness or an identified underlying medical condition. | |
| Advise on possible actions | a) identify what may happen if attendance remains unsatisfactory b) Provide details of warnings system in place. | |
| Develop an action plan, as necessary. | a) Use attached action plan guide. |
Bradford Factor Resources
- An introduction to the Bradford Formula
- Absence Management Strategy and the Bradford Factor
- Absence Management Strategy and the Bradford Factor
- Guide to Doctors Notes for Absent Staff
- Absence Management Forms and Supporting Documents
- An introduction to Analysing Staff Information
Additional Bradford Factor Resources
For further information on The Bradford Factor (Use, Implementation and Record Keeping), please review our Bradford Factor guides and management strategy information.