Managing Sickness and Absence

4 Lessons

40 mins

Complexity : Easy

Understanding Sickness in the Workplace: Explore the meaning of sickness for companies and employees, emphasizing early detection and treatment.

Creating a Supportive Environment: Learn to cultivate a workplace that encourages employee well-being, promoting open communication and flexibility to manage illnesses effectively.

Importance of Communication: Understand the role of communication in managing absences and sickness, facilitating discussions about health issues among employees.

Establishing Policies and Procedures: Learn about the necessity of clear policies and procedures for managing absences and illnesses consistently and fairly across the organization.

Planning for Return to Work: Explore strategies for bringing employees back to work after illness, emphasizing the importance of a well-planned return-to-work process.

Lessons

Brief Description of Managing Sickness and Absence
Easy
2 mins

Workplace sickness and absence management is essential for productivity and employee well-being. Employers must have clear rules for short-term and long-term illness absences.
Module 1: The Costs and Impact of Employee Absence
Easy
12 mins

In 2016, the UK missed 137 million work days due to illness or injury. The costs of these gaps include paying workers who aren't present, hiring and training temporary workers, and managing time and continuity issues.
Module 2: Measuring and Managing Employee Absence
Easy
12 mins

Module two focuses on tracking and managing staff absences, which is crucial for businesses and groups to identify trends and set goals for growth. Tracking absences involves measuring the total number of days lost, the rate of lost time, the regularity of absences, and any possible trigger points.
Module 3: Legislation, Processes, and Pay
Easy
14 mins

This course discusses employee absence laws, steps to take, and pay issues. It covers unexpected reasons for absences, including sick days and the Employment Rights Act.