# Light Duty

_Glossary_

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Modified work within medical restrictions offered by the employer during recovery from a work injury.

Light duty reduces indemnity costs and supports return-to-work. Refusal without good cause may affect benefits. Job must be within treating physician restrictions.



Instead of lifting, an injured driver performs dispatch paperwork at full wage — TTD stops.