Common use of Verification of Absence Due to Illness Clause in Contracts

Verification of Absence Due to Illness. When an employee is absent from duty for reasons of illness for a period exceeding five (5) consecutive scheduled working days, the illness shall be certified to by a qualified medical practitioner, dental practitioner, chiropractor or any other person acceptable to the Board. The Board reserves the right to request certification of an absence due to illness when this absence is for a period of five (5) days or less.

Verification of Absence Due to Illness. When an employee is absent from duty for reasons of illness for a period exceeding five (5) consecutive scheduled working school days, the illness shall be certified to by a qualified medical practitioner, dental practitioner, chiropractor or any other person acceptable to the Board. The Board reserves the right to request certification of an absence due to illness when this absence is for a period of five (5) days or less.