In which situation does a trainee's attendance not affect bonus eligibility?

A trainee's attendance does not affect bonus eligibility in situations where attendance is voluntary. In this context, if the training or program is not mandatory, then it implies that the trainee's involvement is at their discretion. Since participation is not required, attendance records and performance in terms of attendance are not taken into account for bonus eligibility.

This contrasts with scenarios where attendance is expected or compulsory, such as additional training workshops or leaves of absence, where attendance could be a critical factor influencing the evaluation of the trainee's performance and consequently their eligibility for bonuses. In a structured training environment, meeting attendance requirements typically correlates with performance metrics. However, in voluntary situations, this correlation does not exist, rendering attendance irrelevant to bonus considerations.