The purpose of this assessment is to thoroughly review the client’s physical, cognitive and psychoemotional accident related injuries, impairments and sequelae to determine the impact they have on the clients ability to work and perform the essential tasks of their pre-accident employment.

An in-office assessment will be conducted to determine the current status of the client’s functional, physical and cognitive limitations. The client’s medical file will also be thoroughly reviewed in order to understand the actual impairments and sequelae related to the subject motor vehicle accident. Additionally, communication with the client’s family doctor, physiotherapist or health practitioner may be warranted to ensure no physical limitations or restrictions are in place preventing the individual from returning to work.

Once this initial portion of the assessment is completed, a job site visit is required. This portion of the assessment is focused on the environment and observing the actual job duties of the client’s pre-accident position. Communication with the employer is essential to fully understand what accommodations and/or modifications which can be put in place by the employer, if applicable.

This assessment will recognize the dynamic interdependence of the person, their environment and their actual job duties in order to make recommendations to maximize their independence and safety with respect to their vocational activities.

This assessment will include;

• Communication with client/employer (coordinate assessment and review results)

• Review of medical, rehabilitation and employer documents and summary

• Communication with other health professionals re: impact of sequelae on work performance

• Physical, cognitive and functional assessment of client (in-office) *Note: If FHA already completed this stage will not be necessary

• Ergonomic assessment of job duties and work stations and employer meeting (review accommodation issues)

• Report completion (inclusive of a Job Demands Analysis)