Synopsis
A number of companies today offer Covid or vaccination leaves. Some even offer unlimited leaves to employees to manage their work-life balance in a stressful environment. Given the stress, it also means employees are taking more ‘mental breaks’ than before, adding to the absenteeism due to Covid.
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(This story originally appeared in
on May 11, 2021)As Covid numbers rise across the country, organisations are dealing with unusual absenteeism at work. This is because a section of employees is either down with the disease themselves, or are on ‘care giver’ leave for a family member who may have contracted the virus. Business continuity plans are being put to good use with a backup for every role and work being prioritised.