Is It Recordable?
Scenario Q10

Alternative Job Given for Work Restrictions: is it recordable?

Verdict: Recordable
Published 2020-08-09

Question

An employee is given work restrictions but an alternative job is provided where the restrictions won’t affect the job duties. Is it recordable?

Answer

YES, it is recordable. Work restrictions that are issued by a medical professional must be recorded even if it results in a job transfer.

https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1904/1904.7

Illustration for the scenario: Alternative Job Given for Work Restrictions

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This is guidance based on 29 CFR Part 1904 and OSHA letters of interpretation. Facts and details may be altered or fictional. As specified by OSHA, the employer is responsible for the final recordability determination.