Tesla's Approach to Sick Leave: Home Visits by Elon Musk's Team
Sick Leave Investigation by Tesla, Inc.
Tesla's proactive measures against sick leave abuse include sending management to visit employees’ homes. This approach has evoked strong reactions from factory workers at the German gigafactory.
High Absenteeism Rates
With a sick leave rate of 17 percent in August, Tesla’s figures surpass the national average of 6.1 percent. This prompted initiatives like a €1,000 bonus for workers maintaining low absenteeism, which proved ineffective.
Management’s Justification
André Thierig and Erik Demmler, key figures behind these home visits, argue that they are merely investigating patterns of sick leave usage. Despite their claims, such actions risk damaging morale at the factory.
Public Backlash
The response from workers has been overwhelmingly negative, with some even contacting authorities. Employees express frustration over the invasive scrutiny of their health issues.
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