Since the pandemic the average employee now takes more sick days than ever before. It's crucial for employers to understand how to manage this growing challenge effectively. Our experts will guide you through the complex landscape of workplace rights and obligations, ensuring you're equipped to handle absenteeism confidently.
We'll guide you through best practices, help you understand your rights as an employer, and show you how to implement systems that protect your business. Don't let unchecked absenteeism continue to cost your business.
Our experts will discuss:
Understanding the True Cost: Beyond the direct financial impact of paying for unworked hours, we'll explore the hidden costs of absenteeism, including reduced productivity, increased administration time, and the effect on team morale and customer service.
Employment Relations and Compliance: Navigate the complexities of the Fair Work Act, including employee entitlements, your rights as an employer, and what constitutes reasonable evidence for sick leave. Learn how to develop robust policies that protect your business while maintaining compliance with Australian employment law.
Effective Management Strategies: Discover practical tools for tracking and managing absences, conducting return-to-work interviews, and implementing early intervention strategies. We'll show you how to address patterns of concerning behavior professionally and effectively.
Managing Long-Term Absence: Learn the step-by-step process for handling extended absences, including when and how to initiate capability dismissal procedures, understanding protections against unfair dismissal, and ensuring proper documentation throughout the process.
Please note that this is general information and not intended to replace legal advice under any circumstances.
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