Is your business experiencing disruption as a result of regular employee absence?
We are firm advocates of managing absences to help our clients reduce staffing costs and disruption to business.
At Lunar HR, we achieve this by supporting our clients with implementing and training managers on following absence management processes. We have helped to implement return to work interviews and, in some cases, the Bradford Factor monitoring system.
Absence management involves implementing strategies and policies to minimize employee absenteeism, typically due to illness or injury. It focuses on effectively managing and reducing instances of employee absence through clear communication, proactive measures, and the application of established policies and procedures.
All employers should recognise that staff may need some time off for reasons beyond their control, such as sickness or health conditions. However, unfortunately, we sometimes see individuals abusing the sick pay scheme or not following company procedures, leaving their absence causing significant disruption within your business. An effective employee absence management process can establish genuine reasons for absence and allow you to prepare for potential alterations required to your operations.
Worker absence can increase fellow employees’ workloads or present risks of missed deadlines, resulting in unnecessary stress amongst staff and bringing down the morale in their working environment. Prevent this by introducing an effective employee absence management solution, something that our HR consultants in Birmingham can help with.
Plan ahead to reduce significant negative impacts on your business and its staff, saving money and other potential absences due to stress. An absence management policy will clearly demonstrate what absence is, when employees need to self-certify, return to work interview information and other key points. Our HR consultancy can work with you to create a comprehensive absence management procedure that thoroughly details the policies in place for all members of staff.
Make things simpler and streamlined with absence management software, our human resources team can introduce you to the right processes and programmes to keep on top of this aspect of your business. Track and record absences in one centralised system that can be accessed by employers and employees. Lunar HR will guide you through the entire implementation process, including software selection, customisation, integration with existing systems, and employee training.
We understand that these interviews play a crucial role in effectively managing employee transitions back into the workplace after a period of absence. Our experienced HR professionals can guide your managers on conducting structured and supportive return-to-work interviews. We will help them develop appropriate interview templates and train them on effective communication techniques to address any concerns, ensure a smooth reintegration, and provide necessary support to employees.
Employee engagement and well-being can significantly impact absence rates, therefore, our HR consulting services can develop initiatives that promote a healthy work-life balance, employee wellness programs, and a positive work culture, all of which can help reduce absences.
These are just a few of the key areas our specialist HR advisors can assist with, partner with a team that is committed to delivering effective human resource management services. If you would like more information about our employee absence management, please get in touch with Lunar HR.
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