Missing in Action – Managing Employee Absence
What you need to know
Discover the answers to the below in our easy to follow “fact sheet”
- Definition of absenteeism and the common causes
- Checklist on how to mitigate the risk of absenteeism in your business
- How to implement a plan to deal with absenteeism
- Introducing flexible working practices
- Requesting medical information for taking personal leave
- Taking disciplinary action for absenteeism and the legal risks
- Step by step guide on how to manage employees who are frequently late or absent from work
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Absenteeism includes employees;
- Frequently being late for work
- Being absent from work for a long period due to long-term illness or injury
- Taking personal/carer’s leave when they are not entitled to it; or
- Not meeting the evidence and notice requirements for taking leave
Common Causes of Absence
- Inability to cope with work;
- Lack of job satisfaction;
- Family or household issues;
- Poor work/ life balance; and
- Drug or alcohol use
