Absence from work costs the UK economy between £10 and £12 billion a year. Unless managed properly absence will have a detrimental effect on: productivity, morale, team working and motivation.
This course will help managers to understand the problem of managing absence compassionately and fairly, and ensure positive and professional results. 

For inexperienced managers or managers with little or no training in this subject.

Course Content

*  The Impact of absence on a business and colleagues

*  The difference between Short-Term and Long-Term absence

*  Causes of Absence

*  The difference between Sickness and Absence

*  Current Legislation including Disability and Data Protection

*  Procedures & Guidelines

*  Return to work Interviews & their Benefits

*  The Impact of Management Style

*  Importance of Consistency and Individual Approach

*  HR and their Role in Absence Management

*  Monitoring and Record Keeping

*  Action planning with Staff Members



Course Duration

One Day
 


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