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Action on sickness absence

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Absence happens. There will always be times when staff become unwell and unable to attend work. The aim is not to stop absence from happening but to minimise the negative effects that can lead to, cause and sustain absence or prevent an employee from returning to work.
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Find out how much you could save by reducing your sickness absence bill. Analyse hot spots in your organisation and make a plan of action.

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This online tool is designed to help managers support staff with a confident and consistent approach to sickness absence.

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Vital signs: Eight elements to improving sickness absence

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