Xxxxxxxxxxx of Sickness Sample Clauses

Xxxxxxxxxxx of Sickness. A “Physician’s Certificate of Illness or Injury” form, provided by the employer, will be required for all days of absence due to sickness for an absence of three (3) or more consecutive work days. The employer may require such a Certificate for less than three (3) consecutive days of absence if the employer believes the employee is abusing sick leave. This Certificate completed by a physician, will certify that the employee was unable to perform his or her duty during the period of absence, as authorized by Section 1154 of the school Code. If such Certificate is not filed within five (5) days after returning to work following the sickness, a payroll deduction will be made equal to the number of days missed.