Deal with the situation where a fit note contains recommendations to facilitate the employee's return to work
Key points
A doctor providing a statement of fitness for work (or "fit note") for an employee can use it to suggest changes that the employer could make to the job role or working environment to facilitate the employee's return to work.
It can be helpful for the employer to discuss the doctor's recommendations with the employee so that they can jointly consider the options for facilitating the employee's return to work.
When considering whether or not to follow a recommendation on a fit note, the employer should keep in mind its duty to make reasonable adjustments in relation to disabled employees.
