Any worker injured on the job who is off from work over one week may receive wage-loss benefits. If an employee is off from work less than a week, that time is usually charged to his or her sick bank. Factors such as tax filing status, number of dependents and the state and federal tax rates figure into the calculation. Therefore, it is very important that employees provide accurate information on the Form 727. Employees should be in contact with their department first.
Most supervisors require a medical release before allowing employees to return to work.
Also, employees should inform the Office of Risk Management of their return to work date and submit a copy of their release as well.