Royal mail sick policy 2022
Royal Mail's sick policy for 2022 is outlined in their Employee Handbook and is subject to change. However, here is a general overview of their sick leave policy:
Sick Leave Entitlement
Royal Mail employees are entitled to sick leave with pay for a maximum of 28 weeks in a rolling 12-month period. This includes:
- Statutory Sick Pay (SSP): 28 weeks of SSP, which is £94.25 per week (or 90% of average weekly earnings, whichever is lower)
- Company Sick Pay (CSP): up to 28 weeks of CSP, which is paid at the employee's normal rate of pay
Reporting Absence
Employees must report their absence to their manager or HR department as soon as possible, and no later than 7 calendar days after the first day of absence. They must provide a doctor's certificate or other medical evidence to support their claim for sick leave.
Certification of Illness
Employees must provide a doctor's certificate or other medical evidence to support their claim for sick leave. The certificate must be dated and state the nature of the illness or injury.
Fit Notes
From July 6, 2010, Royal Mail introduced Fit Notes, which are a new type of medical certificate. Fit Notes are designed to help employees return to work more quickly and provide more information about the employee's fitness for work.
Sick Leave Procedure
The sick leave procedure is as follows:
- Employee reports absence to manager or HR department
- Manager or HR department contacts employee to discuss absence and obtain medical evidence
- Employee provides medical evidence (doctor's certificate or Fit Note)
- Manager or HR department reviews medical evidence and decides whether to approve or reject sick leave
- Employee is notified of decision and any necessary next steps
Return to Work
Royal Mail encourages employees to return to work as soon as they are fit to do so. Employees who are off sick for more than 7 days may be required to provide a Fit Note or other medical evidence to support their return to work.
Disability and Long-Term Absence
Royal Mail has a separate policy for employees with disabilities and those who are absent from work for an extended period. This policy provides additional support and guidance for employees who are experiencing long-term health issues.
Changes to Sick Leave Policy
Royal Mail reserves the right to make changes to its sick leave policy at any time. Any changes will be communicated to employees through the Employee Handbook and other company communications.
It's important to note that this is a general overview of Royal Mail's sick policy and may not be applicable to all employees or situations. Employees should refer to the Employee Handbook and company policies for specific details and guidance.