Scheduling Coverage Clause Samples
The Scheduling Coverage clause defines the obligations and procedures related to the scheduling of services or work under an agreement. It typically outlines how parties will coordinate to set dates and times for performance, and may specify notice requirements, rescheduling protocols, or limitations on changes to agreed schedules. For example, it might require that one party provide a certain amount of advance notice before requesting a change to the schedule, or set parameters for how often schedules can be modified. The core function of this clause is to ensure predictability and minimize disruptions by establishing clear expectations for how and when services will be delivered.
Scheduling Coverage. 5.5.1 Non-Residential Employees. Planned absences should be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance with the employee’s immediate supervisor. Request for scheduled time off shall be approved by the supervisor based on reasonable needs of those served and program needs of the department, however, such requests shall not be unreasonably denied. Employees are responsible for advising their supervisor of appointments, meetings, etc., which may need to be canceled or covered in their absence. In the event of an unplanned absence, employees are expected to promptly notify their supervisor if they are unable to work as scheduled.
5.5.2 Residential Employees at 24-hour Facilities. The supervisor will arrange for coverage for vacation if staff provides four (4) weeks’ notice. Vacation time may be denied based on reasonable program needs and availability of coverage. The supervisor will give response to vacation requests within one week of such request. Planned absences should be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance with the employee’s immediate supervisor. Request for scheduled time off shall be approved by the supervisor based on reasonable needs of people served and program needs of the individual department, however such requests shall not be unreasonably denied. Employees are responsible for advising their supervisor of appointments, meetings, etc., which may need to be canceled or covered in their absence. In the event of an unplanned absence, employees are expected to notify their supervisor if they are unable to work as scheduled. The supervisor will arrange for relief coverage. In addition to use of temporary staffing agencies, MHCD shall consider utilization of current residential employees who wish to work extra hours beyond the employees’ primary shifts to fill- in for residential absences created by vacations, sickness, and the like. If coverage is not secured by the beginning of the shift, the supervisor will ask the staff on duty to volunteer to work beyond their scheduled shift. If staff do not volunteer to work beyond their shift, the supervisor may assign a staff person on duty to work up to two hours beyond their regularly scheduled shift.
Scheduling Coverage. 5 5.5.1 Non-Residential Employees. 5 5.5.2 Residential Employees at 24-hour Facilities. 6 5.6 Changes in Regularly Scheduled Hours. 6
Scheduling Coverage. 5.5.1 Non-Residential Employees. Planned absences should be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance with the employee’s immediate supervisor. Request for scheduled time off shall be approved by the supervisor based on reasonable needs of those served and program needs of the department, however, such requests shall not be unreasonably denied. Employees are responsible for advising their supervisor of appointments, meetings, etc., which may need to be canceled or covered in their absence. In the event of an unplanned absence, employees are expected to promptly notify their supervisor if they are unable to work as scheduled.
5.5.2 Residential Employees at 24-hour Facilities. The supervisor will arrange for coverage for vacation if staff provides four (4) weeks’ notice.