The Fair Work Ombudsman of Australia provides valuable information for employers and employees relating to medical certificates, sick leave notices and employer payments to employees for sick leave.
Sick Leave Notice
An employee has the obligation to let their
WILL MY UNIVERSITY RECOGNISE YOUR MEDICAL CERTIFICATE?
The medical certificate you receive is issued to you immediately following your appointment with the treating doctor. It’s contents and form follows the guidelines set by the
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Colds and flu (influenza)
Colds and flu (influenza) are different illnesses caused by different viruses.
Colds are very common. Colds affect the nose, the throat and upper airways and common symptoms include coughing, fever, sore throat, sneezing, blocked or runny nose and general
Gastroenteritis
Gastroenteritis is a common illness that can cause vomiting and diarrhoea. Gastroenteritis is not usually serious but it can make you very dehydrated and is easily spread. Milder forms can be managed by staying at home, drinking plenty of fluids and trying to get as must
A Woman’s Period
A period is the part of a woman’s monthly menstrual cycle when a woman bleeds from her vagina for a few days. In most women this occurs every 28 days or so, some women have a cycle slightly shorter or longer than this and can vary between 24 to 35 days.
Headaches
In most cases, headaches can be treated at home with over-the-counter painkillers and by taking care of yourself - getting more rest and drinking plenty of water.
However, if your headaches persist we recommend seeing a doctor particularly if over-the-counter
Nausea and vomiting in adults isn't usually a sign of anything serious and typically only lasts a matter of one or two days.
Vomiting is the body’s way of ridding itself of harmful substances from the stomach, or it may be a reaction to something that has irritated the gut.
One of the most
For employers the answer is "it depends." It depends on what is contained within your organisation’s Employment Agreement(s).
The Employment Agreement (‘EA’) will need to set out your company’s policy position with regards to Sick Leave and notice periods’ related sick leave.
Employers will need to
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