Common use of Pattern Abuse Clause in Contracts

Pattern Abuse. The following types or patterns of absence shall constitute pattern abuse: before and/or after holidays; Fridays/Mondays; absence following overtime worked; continued pattern of maintaining zero or near zero leave balances. If an employee uses sick leave in a clear pattern, per examples noted above, the Chief Human Resources Officer or his/her designee may reasonably suspect pattern abuse. If it is suspected, the Chief Human Resources Officer or his/her designee will notify the employee in writing detailing the reason(s) that pattern abuse is suspected. The notice will also invite the employee to explain, rebut, or refute the pattern abuse claim. Use of sick leave for valid reasons shall not be considered for pattern abuse. Patterns of abuse will be kept in the time frame of the previous twelve (12) months from the date of notification. Any action taken by the University will not be arbitrary, capricious, or discriminatory in nature in all instances.

Pattern Abuse. The following types or patterns of absence shall constitute pattern abuse: before and/or after holidays; Fridays/Mondays; absence following overtime worked; continued pattern of maintaining zero or near zero leave balances. If an employee uses sick leave in a clear pattern, per examples noted above, the Chief Human Resources Officer or histheirhis/her designee may reasonably suspect pattern abuse. If it is suspected, the Chief Human Resources Officer or histheirhis/her designee will notify the employee in writing detailing the reason(s) that pattern abuse is suspected. The notice will also invite the employee to explain, rebut, or refute the pattern abuse claim. Use of sick leave for valid reasons shall not be considered for pattern abuse. Patterns of abuse will be kept in the time frame of the previous twelve (12) months from the date of notification. Any action taken by the University will not be arbitrary, capricious, or discriminatory in nature in all instances.