Who are dependants?
A dependant can be anyone from a partner, spouse, parent, grandparent, child, grandchild or a person who solely depends on you for immediate care.
When can time-off for dependants be claimed & how long does it last?
Unlike all other leave arrangements, claiming time-off to tend to a dependant has no specified duration or start date. This arrangement is highly dependant on the severity of each individual’s situation and whether or not that situation amounts as ‘reasonable’ enough for leave to commence. However, it is important to note that only those deemed employees are eligible for this arrangement.
Time-off can be taken when an employee is faced with an ‘emergency’. An emergency covers (but is not limited to) the following:
- Injuries &/or accidents
- Assault
- Having a baby
- Making care arrangements
- Tending to child’s school-related problems (i.e. expulsion, fights, suspension)
Am I paid during my time off?
Payment during time-off is not an absolute right. In other words, employers can pay their employees during this arrangement, however, they are not obligated to do so. For further clarification as to payment during time-off, refer to your employment contract or company handbook.
What is the correct notice procedure?
Due to the unpredictable nature of emergencies, it is impossible to establish when you will be in one yourself. Therefore, there is no ‘correct’ notice procedure for this particular arrangement, the sooner the employer is informed, the better. Additionally, notice for leave is not required to be in writing.
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