November 20, 2024

Strategies to help prevent misuse of leave

10 minutes

Typically, when an employee requests leave for family, medical, bereavement or other reasons, their request is legitimate. However, on occasion, some employees may try to take advantage of their leave benefits. So, what can employers do to help prevent this misuse from occurring, and how do they address it if it does occur? Listen in as we cover ways to help prevent and address misuse of leave. We’ll discuss:

[0:57] Employer and employee trust

[1:37] Examples of leave misuse

[2:14] How to address suspected leave misuse

[3:08] Using proactive policies and procedures

[4:48] Requiring notice of leave

[5:31] Seeking documentation

[7:09] Implementing data analytics

[8:50] Offering training and considering company culture

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