Bradford Formula

Bradford formula, which is also known as Bradford Factor, is a way to standardize and measure absenteeism. By calculating an individual’s score based on absence patterns, the Bradford Factor gives a fair way to assess when to take action against employees. The Bradford Factor helps to measure the potential impact it could have on the overall running of the business.

How to calculate Bradford Factor?

One can calculate an employee’s Bradford Factor using the formula, which is S²×D=B.

Where S is the total number of absences, D is the total number of days and B is the Bradford Factor score.