HOW TO REDUCE ABSENTEEISM

Audience.
Anyone who works within companies and HR will benefit from this course on how to reduce absenteeism.

Overview

The “How to Reduce Absenteeism” training course offers a comprehensive approach to tackling one of the most prevalent challenges faced by organizations today. Participants delve into the complexities of absenteeism, gaining insights into its multifaceted causes and detrimental impacts on productivity and morale. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical techniques, attendees learn to develop and implement effective attendance management strategies tailored to their organization’s unique needs. From creating clear attendance policies and promoting work-life balance to addressing health and safety concerns and fostering a positive work environment, the course equips participants with the tools and skills needed to mitigate absenteeism effectively. Through interactive exercises, case studies, and real-world scenarios, participants gain hands-on experience in identifying root causes, analyzing attendance data, and implementing evidence-based interventions. Ultimately, the course empowers organizations to cultivate a culture of accountability, engagement, and well-being, leading to reduced absenteeism and increased organizational success.

Topics Covered.

  1. Understanding absenteeism
    • What is absenteeism
    • The costs of employee absences.
    • Different types and causes of employee absenteeism.
    • Three leading causes of employee absenteeism.
  2. Do you have an absenteeism problem?
    • Key factors.
  3. How to measure employee absenteeism
    • Absenteeism and measurement within companies.
  4. Five interventions to reduce absenteeism in the workplace.
    Helping participants appreciate employee handbooks.
    • Employee handbooks
    • Attendance policies.
    • The impact of training and development.
    • The role of coaching.
    • Corrective action.

Learning Outcomes:
Participants will:
• Understand the types of absenteeism.
• Explore the costs of not tackling absenteeism.
• Be able to identify whether an absenteeism problem exists
• Understand how to measure absence and turnover.
• Examine an effective Attendance Management Program.