2. Different Types of Absence | Type of Absence Definition Poor timekeeping Lateness on arrival and after breaks Leaving early Short-term frequent absence Minor unrelated illnesses Separate periods of absence, e.g. three or more in a rolling 12 month period Short-term frequent absence (underlying cause) Minor illnesses Separate periods of absence Underlying medical condition May be obvious link, e.g. recurring migraines Link may not be obvious, e.g. anaemic, underactive thyroid Long-term absence Longer spell of absence More complicated medical condition requiring medication, or operation, and/or recuperation
3. Real Reasons for Absence | What might the underlying causes of absence include?
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9. Case Study | The Royal Mail Delivering on Absence Management