sjukfrånvarotiden

Sjukfrånvarotiden refers to the total period during which a person is absent from work due to illness or injury. It is a central measure in human resources, workplace health, and social insurance, and can be expressed in calendar days or working days. The duration can vary widely depending on the underlying condition, the worker's age and occupation, comorbidity, and the workplace's rehabilitation efforts, as well as access to medical treatment and support.

In Sweden, sickness absence is governed by a dual system. Employers typically provide sick pay (sjuklön) for a defined initial period, after which sickness benefits are provided by the national social insurance agency (Försäkringskassan) if the sickness persists. The process often involves medical certification and periodic assessments to determine the possibility of return to work, partial return, or long-term disability. The duration of sjukfrånvarotiden thus reflects both health status and administrative processes, including eligibility for benefits and any return-to-work strategies such as gradual re-entry.

Workplaces use data on sjukfrånvarotiden to monitor health, plan staffing, and support employees through rehabilitation programs, workplace accommodations, and flexible work arrangements. For employees, understanding the duration of their sjukfrånvarotid helps in planning finances, caring responsibilities, and potential reintegration.

The concept is also used in research and policy analysis to evaluate the effectiveness of sickness absence policies, health care access, and workplace health interventions. See also Försäkringskassan, sjuklön, sjukpenning, rehabilitering, arbetsmiljö.