Excused occasion definition
Excused occasion means the use of sick leave as defined in this section for an occasion as defined in the section because of: 1) a documented appointment with a physician (M.D. or D.O.) or Dentist; or 2) documented inpatient treatment at a medical facility. Occasions of unexcused sick leave use in excess of four in a twelve consecutive month period shall invoke the provisions of this Article.
1. Upon return to work from the fifth (5th) unexcused occasion of sick leave use within a twelve consecutive month period, the employee will be counseled by his/her supervisor.
2. Upon return to work from the sixth (6th) unexcused occasion sick leave use within a twelve consecutive month period, the employee will receive a written reprimand.
3. Unexcused occasions of sick leave use beyond the seventh (7th) in a twelve consecutive month period are subject to suspension, not to exceed ten workdays.
4. Unexcused sick leave beyond the eighth (8th) in a twelve consecutive month period is grounds for discipline up to and including termination.