14 day isolation sick note

[sindba]

As we can only self-cert for 7 days, is there any guidance on how RM will deal with people who have to do 14 days, as per Govt advice?

As I understand it, it is almost impossible to get sick notes at the moment, either through GPs or NHS 111.

[Woody Guthrie]

o Absences of more than seven days: We understand that there may be delays in getting NHS 111 certification for absences over 7 days. If an employee receives guidance that they should self-isolate for more than seven days, they will need to provide details of who provided the advice

 The business is developing a special self-declaration form for all colleagues absent due to coronavirus. We will notify you when this goes live

[viking1488]

o Absences of more than seven days: We understand that there may be delays in getting NHS 111 certification for absences over 7 days. If an employee receives guidance that they should self-isolate for more than seven days, they will need to provide details of who provided the advice

 The business is developing a special self-declaration form for all colleagues absent due to coronavirus. We will notify you when this goes live

By law, medical evidence is not required for the first 7 days of sickness. After 7 days, employers may use their discretion around the need for medical evidence if an employee is staying at home.

We strongly suggest that employers use their discretion around the need for medical evidence for a period of absence where an employee is advised to stay at home either as they are unwell themselves, or live with someone who is, in accordance with the public health advice issued by the government.

[viking1488]

This guidance may be updated in line with the changing situation.

It’s good practice for employers to:

keep everyone updated on actions being taken to reduce risks of exposure in the workplace
ensure employees who are in a vulnerable group are strongly advised to follow social distancing guidance
make sure everyone’s contact numbers and emergency contact details are up to date
make sure managers know how to spot symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19) and are clear on any relevant processes, for example sickness reporting and sick pay, and procedures in case someone in the workplace is potentially infected and needs to take the appropriate action
make sure there are places to wash hands for 20 seconds with soap and water, and encourage everyone to do so regularly
provide hand sanitiser and tissues for staff, and encourage them to use them
all from the government web site

[Biker Mouse]

Any link to the absence declaration note, please?

[POSTMAN]

Any link to the absence declaration note, please?

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