Purpose:

The purpose of this policy is to establish a standardized guideline for employees calling in sick for their assigned shift.

 

Policy:

Employees calling in sick for his/her assigned shift should notify the Assistant Chief in charge of scheduling and Captain as soon as possible, but no less than one (1) hour prior to the start of his/her shift. The Captain will notify the Shift Lieutenant as necessary.

 

The Assistant Chief will attempt to find coverage for the said shift.

 

The Assistant Chief will contact the shift captain letting him/her know the situation and who, if anyone will be the replacement for the assigned employee.

 

The Assistant Chief and/or Chief have the right to require a doctor’s note upon the employee’s return to work.

 

This policy is in accordance with Wintergreen Property Owners Association Employee Handbook.