ABSENTEEISM

Absenteeism

Absenteeism refers to the frequent absence of employees from work. It can be either planned or unplanned. Planned absenteeism includes absences taken for approved reasons such as annual leave, sick leave, or bereavement leave. Unplanned absenteeism includes absences taken for unauthorized reasons such as illness, injury, or personal emergencies.

Absenteeism can have a major effect on both employers and employees. For employers, absenteeism can lead to decreased productivity, increased labor costs, and reduced morale among employees who are required to cover for absent colleagues. For employees, absenteeism can lead to job dissatisfaction, disciplinary action, and even termination of employment.

There are a number of factors that can contribute to absenteeism, including