You should also bear in mind that if the member of staff refuses to co-operate in the application of any the SPCB’s policies or procedures, including the Attendance Management Policy and Procedure, this may be treated as misconduct and dealt with under the disciplinary procedures. What should I take into account in managing absence? You should take into account: • the type of absence; • the level and frequency of absences; • any medical information provided by the member of staff or the Occupational Health Adviser; • the possibility that the absence might be disability-related and the impact that this might have on ability to attend work; • patterns of absence, e.g.