Table 2

Frequency of positive supervisory behaviour (n = 85)

Supervisory behaviour		Percentage
Criteria for positive and negative supervisory behaviour are shown in the Appendix.
RTW, return to work.
Communication with employee
Regular contacts		72
Appropriate follow up		89
	Positive supervisory behaviour		65
Calculation: 3 supervisors met none of the criteria, 27 met one criterion, and 55 met both criteria

Promoting gradual RTW
RTW plan is discussed		14
Stimulating RTW		26
Work accommodation		62
	Positive supervisory behaviour		22
Calculation: 21 supervisors met none of the criteria, 45 met one criterion, 15 met two criteria, and 4 met all three criteria

Consulting with professionals
Contact with occupational physician		79
Contact with other professional		82
	Positive supervisory behaviour		65
Calculation: 3 supervisors met none of the criteria, 27 met one criterion, and 55 met both criteria