Reporting Sick and Extended Sick Leave
What to do when you fall ill — from notifying your supervisor on day one through medical certificates, Medical Board referral, and half-pay rules for extended absence.
Notify Your Supervisor Immediately
On the first day you are unable to attend work due to illness, you must inform your supervisor through an appropriate channel (phone, message, or through a colleague). Do not simply stay away without notice — unauthorized absence results in a deduction of one day's pay for each day absent.
How long do you expect to be absent?
Return to Duty
When you are fit to return, report to your supervisor with a medical clearance certificate. If you were referred to a Medical Board, the Board must confirm you are fit to resume duties. Your Head of Department records the total leave taken and updates your personnel file. Remember: failure to return after your leave period expires results in unpaid leave status and possible disciplinary action.