Discover our sample leave and attendance policy, outlining clear guidelines and procedures to effectively manage employee leaves, attendance tracking, and time-off requests, promoting transparency and efficiency in workforce management.
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Introduction
We recognize the importance of work-life balance and understand that employees need time off to attend to personal and family matters. This leave policy outlines the types of leave available to our employees and the guidelines for requesting and using them.
Working Hours
Our standard working hours are from [start time] to [end time] from [day of the week] to [day of the week]. Employees are expected to be punctual and adhere to their assigned work schedules. Any changes to the work schedule must be approved by the manager in advance.
Types of Leave
- Paid Leave: All employees are entitled to [x number of days] of paid leave per year. This leave can be used for vacation, personal business, or any other reason. Employees must submit a leave request form to their manager at least [x days/weeks] in advance, and approval is subject to the manager’s discretion and the company’s business needs.
- Sick Leave: Employees are entitled to [x number of days] of sick leave per year, which can be used for personal illness or to care for an immediate family member who is ill. Employees must notify their manager as soon as possible if they need to take sick leave, and may be required to provide a doctor’s note if the leave is for an extended period.
- Casual Leave: Employees are entitled to [x number of days] of casual leave per year, which can be used for unexpected or unforeseeable circumstances such as a personal emergency or a sudden family obligation. Employees must notify their manager as soon as possible if they need to take casual leave, and approval is subject to the manager’s discretion and the company’s business needs.
- Maternity Leave: Female employees are entitled to [x number of weeks/months] of maternity leave as per the applicable law. Employees must provide appropriate documentation and notify their manager at least [x weeks/months] in advance of the expected due date.
- Bereavement Leave: Employees are entitled to [x number of days] of bereavement leave per year to attend the funeral or memorial service of an immediate family member. Employees must notify their manager as soon as possible if they need to take bereavement leave, and may be required to provide proof of relationship and the details of the funeral or memorial service.
Holidays
In addition to the types of leave mentioned above, the company observes the following public holidays (which would change depending on the country you are in) as paid leave:
- [New Year’s Day]
- [Memorial Day]
- [Independence Day]
- [Labor Day]
- [Thanksgiving Day]
- [Christmas Day]
Note: The company reserves the right to modify this leave policy at any time at its discretion, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.