How does an employer know that enough change has occurred in the hazards in the workplace that the returning worker must be re-oriented?
The Regulation defines a hazard as, “a thing or condition that may expose a person to a risk of injury or occupational disease.” It is difficult to predict every situation that will be a new of different hazard. Employers are expected to exercise reasonable judgment. And if in doubt, err on the side of providing the required orientation and training.
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