Every four years sees a leap year and often an election but more notably, this year brings the World Cup.
South Africa host Mexico today in the opening game of the full tournament, consisting of 32 teams and 63 matches, which culminates in the final to be held in Johannesburg one month later.
England has qualified and therefore, it is inevitable that the forthcoming month will bring a whole host of broken dreams, sporting injuries, penalty shootouts and sendings off with it.
However, with the competition heating up and vital games edging ever closer, it is important to remember that there are many employment law issues that many employers may wish to consider before supporting their favoured team.
The business world never sleeps and predictably, fixtures are often broadcast at times that conflict with usual working hours, posing potential problems for bosses with employees who wish to watch their team.
Employees may take the opportunity to abuse the system of ‘calling in sick’, preferring to stay at home to watch the game rather than keep up to date with their working duties. A ‘food poisoning’ excuse epidemic has been predicted, with 12% of working men expected to use it to ensure that they do not miss any all important matches.
However, help is at hand. The World Cup and Absence Management Guide was recently published by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) which includes protocol for the main issues that may arise during the event.
The in-depth guide suggests that flexible hours, shift swaps and unpaid leave could be implemented following suit with the likes of Sainsbury’s, Asda and other corporate firms that have chosen to opt for this solution.
Alternatively, companies may find that they wish to use the World Cup to their advantage, promoting team building by screening matches or having a radio on within the workplace. It is important to note that whilst these solutions may suit football fanatics, others who have no desire to keep up with the game may feel disrupted and resentful.
Whichever solution your firm deems appropriate, may we wish you a productive World Cup season both on and off the pitch.
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