Can my employer force me to work from home?

Yes, your employer can force you to work from home. In most cases, employers have the right to determine the terms and conditions of employment, which include the location of work. Some other factors may impact whether an employee can be forced to work at home, including their employee contract, local labor laws, and the position itself.

Evidence of this was seen during the pandemic, as employers were legally required to implement remote work policies. In some cases, employees may have a contractual entitlement to come to work. For example, if their job is to oversee a nuclear reactor or to perform a life-saving surgery, they must attend to their job in-person.