Sickness Policy
Sickness Policy
Objective
The objective of this Sickness Policy is to ensure the health and well-being of [YOUR COMPANY NAME]'s employees. This policy outlines the process and procedures to be followed when an employee is unable to attend work due to illness. It aims to provide support to employees during their period of sickness and ensure a consistent approach to managing sickness absence across the company.
Scope
This policy applies to all employees of [YOUR COMPANY NAME], including full-time, part-time, temporary, and contract employees.
Notification Procedure
Employees are required to notify their immediate supervisor or the HR department as soon as possible if they are unable to attend work due to sickness. The notification should include the following details:
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The nature of the illness.
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The expected duration of the absence.
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Any other relevant information.
Certification
For sickness absences lasting more than three consecutive days, employees must provide a medical certificate from a qualified healthcare professional. For absences of one or two days' duration, the employee may be required to complete a self-certification form upon their return to work.
Sick Pay
[YOUR COMPANY NAME] provides sick pay to eligible employees as follows:
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Length of Service |
Full Pay Entitlement |
Half Pay Entitlement |
|---|---|---|
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Up to 6 months |
1 week |
1 week |
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6 months to 1 year |
2 weeks |
2 weeks |
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1 year to 5 years |
4 weeks |
4 weeks |
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Over 5 years |
8 weeks |
8 weeks |
Return to Work
Upon returning to work after a period of sickness, employees may be required to attend a return-to-work interview with their immediate supervisor or a member of the HR department. This interview aims to:
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Ensure the employee is fit to return to work.
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Identify any ongoing health concerns or required adjustments.
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Discuss the cause of the absence and any steps to prevent recurrence.
Occupational Health Support
[YOUR COMPANY NAME] is committed to supporting the health and well-being of its employees. Employees who experience frequent or long-term sickness absences may be referred to Occupational Health for assessment and support. Occupational Health services include:
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Health assessments and reviews.
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Recommendations for workplace adjustments.
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Support and advice on managing health conditions.
Confidentiality
All information regarding an employee's sickness and related health issues will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and will only be disclosed to those who need to know in order to manage the sickness absence appropriately.
Review and Monitoring
This policy will be reviewed annually, or more frequently if necessary, to ensure its effectiveness and compliance with relevant legislation. Monitoring sickness absence levels and trends will also be conducted regularly to identify any areas that require attention and to provide appropriate support to employees.
