Common use of Request for Sick Leave Pay Clause in Contracts

Request for Sick Leave Pay. Employees who are absent must request sick leave pay in writing upon returning to work. In the written request, the employee must state his reason for being absent. A doctor's certificate may be required, at the discretion of the Employer after the employee is absent for more than two

Request for Sick Leave Pay. Employees who are absent must request sick leave pay in writing upon returning to work. In the written request, the employee must state his reason for being absent. A doctor's certificate may be required, at the discretion of the Employer stating the nature of the illness and the period of confinement after the employee is absent for more than twotwo (2) work days. The Police Chief may require an employee to furnish a doctor’s certificate for a lesser absence if there is reason to believe that the use of sick leave is being abused.