Notification for extended sick leave. In the case of a condition exceeding seven (7) consecutive calendar days, a physician’s statement specifying the employee’s inability to report to work and the probable date of recovery is required.
Notification for extended sick leave. In the case of a condition exceeding two (2) consecutive workdays, the Employer may require a physician’s statement specifying the employee’s inability to report to work. Those employees who have been required to provide a physician’s statement will be considered for leave approval only if the physician’s statement is provided within two (2) business days after returning to work. When institutionalization or hospitalization is required, the employee or their designee shall be responsible for notifying the supervisor upon admission and discharge from an institution or hospital. The Employer may require proof of admission upon return to work. When convalescence at home is required, the employee shall be responsible for notifying the supervisor at the start and termination of such period of convalescence. As soon as possible, the employee shall notify the Employer of the probable date of recovery upon admission to the hospital or at the start of home convalescence.
