The guidance contained here was first published in 2004 and therefore makes no reference to the Fit Note. The majority of the guidance contained herein remains relevant, although readers will need to keep in mind the existence of the Fit Note in applying any potential recommendations.
HSE has identified six key elements involved in effectively managing sickness absence and return to work:
Off work sick and worried about your job?
Managing sickness absence and return to work in small businesses
Working together to prevent sickness absence becoming job loss