💡 Policy Purpose
Our Temporary Disability Policy is designed to support employees who are temporarily unable to perform their job duties due to non-work-related injuries or illnesses. This policy outlines eligibility, benefits, and the process for applying for temporary disability support, ensuring employees can focus on recovery without financial stress.
📝 Policy Elements
- Eligibility:
- Employees who have been with the company for at least six months and have exhausted their sick leave are eligible to apply for temporary disability benefits.
- Employees who have been with the company for at least six months and have exhausted their sick leave are eligible to apply for temporary disability benefits.
- Benefit Amount:
- Eligible employees may receive up to 80% of their regular wages during the temporary disability period.
- Eligible employees may receive up to 80% of their regular wages during the temporary disability period.
- Duration of Benefits:
- Benefits may be provided for up to 12 weeks, with possible extensions based on medical certification and business needs.
- Benefits may be provided for up to 12 weeks, with possible extensions based on medical certification and business needs.
- Documentation:
- Employees must provide a valid medical certificate from a registered medical practitioner detailing the disability and estimated recovery time.
- Employees must provide a valid medical certificate from a registered medical practitioner detailing the disability and estimated recovery time.
- Application Process:
- Applications, along with required medical documentation, should be submitted to HR within seven days of the onset of the disability.
- Applications, along with required medical documentation, should be submitted to HR within seven days of the onset of the disability.
- Confidentiality:
- All medical records and information related to the temporary disability will be kept confidential, accessible only by authorized personnel.
- All medical records and information related to the temporary disability will be kept confidential, accessible only by authorized personnel.
- Non-Retaliation:
- Employees who avail themselves of temporary disability benefits will not face any retaliation or discrimination. Any such incidents should be reported to HR immediately.
🤝 Acknowledgement and Compliance
By adhering to this policy, our company ensures a fair and supportive process for employees experiencing temporary disabilities. All staff members are expected to comply with these guidelines.
