Mr. Fergal Reilly v United Parcels Service CSTC Ireland Ltd [2013]
Decision Number: Legal Body: Workplace Relations Commission
Published on: 20/09/2013
Issues Covered:
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Background

The complainant worked with UPS since 1999 and was promoted to lead driver in 2002.  The respondent indicated that over time the time allowed for administrative duties as part of this role was compressed into 45 minutes.  In 2009 the complainant was certified as unfit for work until on 27 April 2010 he was certified as fit for work on light duties from 11 May 2010.  The respondent received a letter from its own occupational health specialist dated 4 May 2010 indicating that the complainant was capable of all non-manual handling activities.  The complainant turned up for work on 11 May 2010 much to the surprise of the Operations Manager.  An impromptu meeting was

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