Sickness & Absence
Managing sickness absence and employee health can be tricky, particularly when you’re trying to support your employee while also managing the needs of your business.
Here you’ll find practical, straightforward guidance on everything from short and long-term sickness absence to Occupational Health, returning to work and managing employee health concerns.
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How Long Should a Phased Return Last?
Further your understanding of phased returns following sickness absence.
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What Are the Alternatives to the Bradford Factor for Managing Sickness Absence?
Find out what the alternatives are.
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Does an Employer Have to Follow Occupational Health Advice?
Understand how your business can use Occupational Health’s advice.
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What Does an Occupational Health Report Actually Tell Employers?
Find out what key information to look for.
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Employee Off Sick But Seen Out?
What employers should do before jumping to conclusions.
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What Should Employers Ask When an Employee Calls in Sick?
How to gather the right information.
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How to Write an Effective Occupational Health Referral
Steps every business should take.
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Do Employees Have To Be Off Sick To Be Referred To Occupational Health?
Find out more in our guide.
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How To Manage Employee Sickness Absence
A practical guide for employers.
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Can You Make an Employee Attend Occupational Health?
Guidance for employers.
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When Should You Refer an Employee to Occupational Health?
Advice for UK small businesses.
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How to Manage an Employee Who Keeps Calling in Sick
A practical guide.
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The Bradford Factor Explained
What It Is And When To Use It.
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Managing Sickness Absence
A practical guide for employers in the UK.
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Statutory Sick Pay Changes Under The Employment Rights Act 2025
What business owners need to know.
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Signs of Employee Burnout
What employers should look for.