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A Medical Clearance Letter To Return To Work is a critical document in Canadian workplace health and safety practices, required when employees need to resume work after a significant illness, injury, or medical procedure. This document ensures that employees are medically fit to perform their job duties and helps employers maintain a safe workplace while fulfilling their duty of care obligations. The letter must comply with federal and provincial privacy legislation, human rights laws, and occupational health and safety regulations. It provides necessary medical clearance information while protecting the employee's medical privacy, typically including return-to-work date, any required accommodations, and work capacity details. The document is particularly important in cases involving workplace injuries, extended medical leaves, or when returning to safety-sensitive positions.
