Qualifications on STDL Absences. The following qualifications apply to any claim for benefits under the STDL plan:
(a) Casual Absence: An absence of three (3) consecutive work days or less due to illness or injury, will be referred to as a "casual absence" and will not normally require a physician's certificate. However, where there appears to be excessive use or abuse of such absences, medical certificates acceptable to the College may be required.
(b) Extended Absence: An absence of more than three (3) consecutive work days due to illness or injury will be referred to as an "extended absence". A medical certificate acceptable to the College shall be required for any such absence.
Qualifications on STDL Absences. The following qualifications apply to any claim for benefits under the STDL plan:
(a) Casual Absence: An absence of three (3) consecutive work days or less due to illness or injury will be referred to as a "casual absence" and will not normally require a physician's certificate. However, where there appears to be excessive use or abuse of such absences, medical certificates acceptable to the University College may be required.
(b) Extended Absence: An absence of more than three (3) consecutive work days due to illness or injury will be referred to as an "extended absence". A medical certificate acceptable to the University College shall be required for any such absence.
(c) Recurrent or Persistent Absence: In cases of recurrent or persistent absences due to illness or illnesses, the University College may:
(i) require a medical evaluation of the employee's suitability for continued employment, and/or
(ii) require employees to take sick leave until they can produce medical evidence acceptable to the College that they are again fit for their employment.
