Common use of Notification of Sickness Clause in Contracts

Notification of Sickness. Employees shall make every effort to notify the on-duty Senior Fire Officer (SFO) of the employee's sickness at least forty-five (45) minutes prior to the employee's regular starting time. Sick leave with pay will not be allowed unless proper notification has been given except where such notification was not possible for a valid reason. The Agency may require written doctor's certification verifying any use of sick leave when the Employer believes sick leave usage is being abused or for extended usage of more than three (3) shifts.

Notification of Sickness. Employees shall make every effort to notify the on-duty Senior Fire Officer (SFO) of the employee's sickness at least forty-five (45) minutes prior to the employee's regular starting time. Sick leave with pay will not be allowed unless proper notification has been given except where such notification was not possible for a valid reason. The Agency may require written doctor's certification verifying any use of sick leave when the Employer believes sick leave usage is being abused or for extended usage of more than three (3) shifts.three