Absenteeism (Quick Revision)

Question 1

Define: Absenteeism

Answer 1

Absenteeism; is the proportion of employees not at work on a given day

Question 2

If 40 people out of a workforce of 200 are absent, what is the absenteeism rate?

Answer 2

40/200 X 100 = 20%

Question 3

A firm has an average daily absenteeism rate of 12.5% and a workforce of 1,600. What is the typical number of people absent per day?

Answer 3

12.5/100 X 1,600 = 200 people

Question 4

State two possible problems of absenteeism.

Answer 4

• Costs money to cover for those who are absent

* Reduces productivity

Question 5

State two possible causes of absenteeism.

Answer 5

• Demotivation

* Poor management

Question 6

What is the Examiner’s note for Absenteeism?

Answer 6

A high rate of absenteeism is an indicator of underlying problems either with the individual or at the firm.

Question 7

What is the Evaluation point for Absenteeism?

Answer 7

The impact of absenteeism on a firm depends on who is absent, how many are absent and the extent to which their work can be covered.