Emailing out sick policy
Here is a sample emailing out sick policy:
Subject: Notification of Absence due to Illness
Dear [Manager's Name],
I am writing to inform you that I will be unable to come into work today due to illness. I am not feeling well and need to take the day to rest and recover.
I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and will do my best to catch up on any missed work as soon as I am feeling better. If there are any urgent tasks that need my attention in the meantime, please let me know and I will do my best to complete them remotely.
I will keep you updated on my status and let you know when I expect to return to work.
Thank you for your understanding and please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.
Sincerely, [Your Name]
This is just a sample, you can adjust it according to your company's policies and procedures. It's also a good idea to include the following information:
- The date you will be absent
- A brief explanation of your illness (optional)
- A plan for catching up on missed work
- A contact method for urgent tasks (e.g. email, phone number)
- A timeline for your expected return to work
It's also a good idea to have a clear policy in place for reporting absences due to illness, including:
- Who to notify (e.g. manager, HR)
- How to notify (e.g. email, phone call)
- What information to provide (e.g. date of absence, reason for absence)
- Any procedures for verifying the absence (e.g. doctor's note)
It's also important to note that some companies may have specific policies or procedures for reporting absences due to illness, so it's a good idea to check your company's policies and procedures before sending an email.