Common use of Attendance and Absenteeism Clause in Contracts

Attendance and Absenteeism. Purpose The purpose of this policy is to assist employees when they are unable to work because of personal sickness or injury, or when a member of the immediate family is seriously ill or injured. They are encouraged to use sick leave when illness befalls them, particularly when they may have a communicable disease, which could spread to their co-workers. Expectations Employees are expected to be at work on their scheduled workdays and at their designated starting times. Failing to meet these expectations is legitimate grounds for disciplinary action up to and including dismissal. Excessive absenteeism creates numerous problems, especially unscheduled absences. Problems include pay for absent workers, costs associated with replacements and morale problems for those who must compensate for the absent employee. Equally critical is the problem when the quality of City Service to the community suffers.