MAY 1989
What measures, if any, is your company taking to control excessive absenteeism?
Disciplinary meas- 52%
ures or penalties
Incentives or rewards 7
Combination of both 41
If using incentives or rewards, which types are used at your company? Check all that apply.
Bonus days 14%
Cash 39
Recognition awards 39
Prizes 4
Other 4
If your company uses incentives, have they been significant in reducing absenteeism?
Very effective 22%
Somewhat effective 66
Not at all effective 12
Source: Uniforce Temporary Services, Absenteeism in the Workplace, 1988.