Common use of Sickness Clause in Contracts

Sickness. The Fire Chief or designee needs to be notified at least one (1) hour prior to the start of the employee’s scheduled tour of duty of a sickness on the first day of absence. It is the responsibility of the employee to keep the Fire Chief or designee informed as to continued absence beyond the first day for reasons due to sickness. Failure to make such notification may result in denial of sick leave with pay.