SCHEDULE 7- SICKNESS ABSENCE POLICY
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ABOUT THIS POLICY
1.1
This Sickness Absence Policy sets out our procedures for reporting sickness absence and for the management of sickness absence in a fair and consistent way.
1.2
Sickness absence can vary from short intermittent periods of ill-health to a continuous period of long-term absence and have a number of different causes (for example, injuries, recurring conditions, or a serious illness requiring lengthy treatment). We wish to ensure that the reasons for sickness absence are understood in each case and investigated where necessary. In addition, where needed and reasonably practicable, measures will be taken to assist those who have been absent by reason of sickness to return to work.
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1.4
This policy applies to all employees. It does not apply to agency workers, consultants or self-employed contractors.
1.5
This policy does not form part of any employee's contract of employment and we may amend it at any time.
1.6
Any information you provide to us about your health will be processed in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. We recognise that such data is sensitive and will handle it in a confidential manner.
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PERSONNEL RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS POLICY
2.1
Our board of directors (the board) has overall responsibility for the effective operation of this policy and for ensuring compliance with the relevant statutory framework. Day-to-day responsibility for operating the policy and ensuring its maintenance and review has been delegated to the General Manager. Managers have a specific responsibility to ensure the fair application of this policy and all members of staff are responsible for supporting colleagues and ensuring its success.
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DISABILITIES
3.1
We are aware that sickness absence may result from a disability. At each stage of the sickness absence meetings procedure (set out in paragraph 13 of this policy), particular consideration will be given to whether there are reasonable adjustments that could be made to the requirements of a job or other aspects of working arrangements that will provide support at work and/or assist a return to work. If you consider that you are affected by a disability or any medical condition which affects your ability to undertake your work, you should inform your line manager. Any information you provide will be handled in a confidential manner and proceed in accordance with our Data Protection Policy.
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4.
SICKNESS ABSENCE REPORTING PROCEDURE
4.1
If you do not have a sickness absence reporting procedure in your contract, you should follow the procedure set out below.
If you are taken ill or injured while at work you should report this to your line manager. Managers should contact the General Manager to make arrangements for anyone who is unwell to be accompanied home or to receive medical treatment where necessary.
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