Which of the following institutional policies would be likely to reduce absenteeism and promote satisfaction over a long period of time? Select all that apply
1. Conversion of a specified number of unused sick days to vacation days
2. Credit for unused sick days
3. Placing no limit on the number of sick days that can be accumulated
4. Sanctions to discourage absenteeism
1, 2, 3
Explanation: 1. Punitive sanctions will be the least likely to decrease absenteeism. Sanctions should be used
only after excessive absences. Policies that do not force the employee to be untruthful
regarding sick days are the most successful in motivating attendance. Conversion of or credit
for a number of unused sick days and no limit on the accumulation of sick days are policies
which decrease absenteeism.
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