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University of BedfordshireIssue Date
2019-03-21Subjects
presenteeism
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Presenteeism has negative implications for staff wellbeing and the safety of prisons, but little is known about its prevalence and causes. This mixed-methods study examines these issues among 1,682 UK officers. Most respondents (84%) reported working while sick at least sometimes, with 53% always doing so. Six linked themes were identified that underpinned presenteeism in the prison sector: punitive absence management systems; pressure from management; short-staffing and fear of letting colleagues down; job insecurity; fear of disbelief and shaming; and duty and professionalism. The implications of presenteeism for the health and job performance of prison officers are considered.Citation
Kinman G, Clements AJ, Hart J (2019) '“When are you coming back?” Presenteeism in UK Prison Officers', Prison Journal, 99 (3), pp.363-383.Publisher
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Prison JournalAdditional Links
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/0032885519838019Type
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0032-8855Sponsors
POAae974a485f413a2113503eed53cd6c53
10.1177/0032885519838019
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