Absence of employees from work affects productivity of an organization and is a burden to employers. The employee absences from work would upset working schedules and affect the morale of other employees in the organization. It can also cause conflicts and adversely affect human relations in employment.
The management must initiate action to prevent or at least minimize absenteeism through the various control methods which the participants of this training will learn on handling misconduct relating to absenteeism. The absenteeism control measures practiced by the employers are targeted on employees who are abusing the work system and facilities available in employment. It should be undertaken in such a manner that it would not penalize employees who are absent with genuine reasons or reasonable excuses.