Sickness & Absence
Letter requesting an employee's consent to seek a medical report
This letter seeks an employee's consent for the employer to get a medical report on their condition from their GP or specialist
Letter to a GP/Specialist seeking a medical report on an employee (long term absence)
This letter to a GP or Specialist asks for their expert opinion on the employee's state of health where the employee is on long term absence.
Letter to a GP/Specialist seeking a medical report on an employee (short term absences)
This letter to a GP or Specialist asks for their expert opinion on the employee's state of health where the employee is on short term absence
Letter to an employee who has refused to give consent to a medical report
This letter advises an employee of the consequences of their refusual to allow you to gain a medical report on their condition/health
Employer's Guide to Managing Absence
This guide explains the various reasons behind attendance/absence issues, and how each case should be dealt with. (last updated 25th April 2007.)
Employer's Guide to Obtaining a Medical Report
This guide explains how an employer should go about getting medical information on an employee who is either frequently absent, or has been absent from work for some time. (Last updated 26th April 2007.)
Absence & Lateness Record
This form allows you to keep an individual record of attendance for each employee
Medical Report Consent Form
This form is used to get an employee's consent to you asking their GP or specialist for a report on their health. This form is included with the letter to an employee seeking consent for a medical report.
Return to Work Interview Form
This interview form provides the basis for a detailed and accurate discussion following an employee's return to work from absence.
Self Certification Form
This form must be completed by employees who have been absent from work as a result of illness for less than 7 calender days.
