Phased Return To Work – What do Employers Need To Know?
After a long period of time away from work, a phased return to the workplace and normal duties is an excellent way to get staff back to work safely and successfully without overwhelming them with too many hours or tasks. Getting Employees Back To Work A phased return to work is the phrase used to […]
How Many Sick Days Before a Disciplinary in the UK?
Employee sickness is to be expected when you’re running a business. However, if an employee is off work repeatedly or has a long-term condition that means they are unable to do their job, you may be considering terminating their contract of employment. If you’re in this situation, you might be wondering if there’s a certain […]
Sickness Absence And Holiday Pay
When an employee is absent from work for a substantial period, questions may arise as to their holiday entitlement. We outline below: What happens to an employee’s holiday entitlement during sickness absence Whether holiday can be taken during sickness absence What happens to holiday that cannot be taken due to sickness absence Accruing holiday during […]
What Is ‘Long-Term Sickness Absence’?
Employers must know how to manage employees on long-term sickness absence to ensure they fulfil their legal obligations and avoid potentially costly Employment Tribunal claims. We outline below some crucial issues concerning long-term sickness absence, which include holiday, dismissal, and discrimination. When is sickness absence ‘long-term’? There is no legal definition as to what length […]
COVID 19 – Sickness, Shielding, Self-Isolation and Statutory Sick Pay FAQs
Jump straight to your question. Do you have to pay Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) to employees who are infected with coronavirus? Do you have to pay SSP to employees who are self-isolating or shielding? When does SSP become payable? Can you reclaim SSP? What medical evidence do employees need to provide? Other Absence and Pay […]
Fining Employees For Calling In Sick
Can you Charge an admin fee to employees for calling in sick? It has been revealed that a company in the Healthcare industry were imposing fines of £50 when employees phoned in sick. It has also been alleged that workers were not paid for absences following serious incidents. But is the legal? We discuss this […]
Stress in the Workplace
What is workplace stress? Stress in the Workplace is categorised as an adverse reaction to excessive pressure. A person who is experiencing stress can demonstrate other physical and psychological conditions, such as anxiety or depression. Although pressure is a natural part of the workplace which can prove beneficial by improving an employee’s performance, too much […]
What is Occupational Health?
Occupational Health focuses on the physical and mental wellbeing of an employee for the prevention and treatment of job-related injuries and illnesses. How Is Occupational Health Provided In A Workplace? In large organisations, a medical professional (for example a part-time doctor, physiotherapist or potentially a psychologist) may be charged with maintaining the occupational health in […]
What To Do When An Employee Goes Off With Stress Before A Disciplinary Hearing
Employees that are unwilling or unable to attend a disciplinary hearing is a common workplace occurrence. However, when the employee is unable to attend due to ill-health, namely stress, it can make the situation slightly more complicated. Employees generally believe if they are signed off sick, they can avoid disciplinary proceedings. However, this is not […]
How To Deal With Persistent Short Term Absence
Persistent Short-Term Absence Persistent short-term absence has a significant impact on business regarding productivity and morale. A fine balance must be struck between trying to support employees who have long-term health issues and addressing those who persistently take time off with minor ailments. Addressing Absence In The Workplace Before you can address the absence in […]