Overview
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This conference took place on 22nd June 2005. If you would like to order copies of the speaker's slide presentations, you can still do this using the booking page here.
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Absence Management
Tackling the sick note epidemic
Wednesday, 22nd June 2005
Introduction
The effective management of sickness absence is now one of the most important issues on the HR agenda. In some industry sectors the costs of absence can be as much as 23% of payroll.
This timely and focused conference will combine a thorough analysis of the latest legal and regulatory issues, together with a focus on the roles of occupational health, insurance providers and a review of the practical absence management products and solutions now available to employers.
In particular, this unique event will provide the HR profession with an update on the important and controversial DWP review of the current "sick-note" system. The BMA, who have expressed concerns about a change in role for GPs, will respond to the DWP proposals. The conference will also include an update on HSE's latest work in this area.
Topics Covered
- CIPD Survey on Absence Management - The HR profession's perspective - Findings of the CIPD 2004 report on Absence Management
- Legal Update on Absence Management - Dispute Resolution Regulations 2004 & How to avoid a tribunal and what to do when it is unavoidable
- "Sicknote Britain" - TUC Report on Absence Management - The trade union perspective
- HSE Absence Management Standards - The HSE's recent work on absence management
- The DWP Review of the Sick Note System - Update on the DWP "Healthy Return Trial"
- A New Role for GP's in Issuing Sick Notes? - How appropriate is it for GP's to be policing absence management?
- The Role of Occupational Health in Absence Management - Innovative and practical solutions
- The Role of Insurance in Managing Absence - Insurance industry analysis and expertise
- Strategic Approaches "Carrot versus stick"
- Case Study - Thames Valley Police
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