Employee Attendance Expectations

EMPLOYEE ATTENDANCE EXPECTATIONS

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Attendance Policy and Expectations

Regular attendance and punctuality are essential functions of the employee's position. Employees are expected to be present and ready to work at the scheduled start time for each shift, meeting, or assignment. Unscheduled absences, late arrivals, early departures, and excessive breaks interfere with operations and may result in corrective action up to and including termination.

Scheduled work hours, break periods, and method of timekeeping (including clock-in and clock-out procedures) will be provided by the supervisor. Employees must accurately record their time and must not alter another employee's time record.

If an employee is unable to report for work or will be late, the employee must notify their immediate supervisor or designated department contact as soon as practicable and ordinarily at least one hour prior to the scheduled start time unless circumstances prevent timely notice. Failure to provide timely notice may render the absence unexcused.

Medical absences of three business days or more may require supporting documentation, such as a physician's note, to be eligible for paid leave or to be considered an excused absence. The employer reserves the right to require documentation for shorter absences where abuse of leave is suspected.

Patterned absenteeism or tardiness, including repeated Monday/Friday absences, absences surrounding scheduled time off, or failure to follow call-in procedures, will be investigated. Confirmed violations of the attendance policy will be subject to progressive discipline consistent with company procedures, which may include verbal counseling, written warnings, suspension, or termination.

Leave requests for foreseeable absences (vacation, medical appointments, jury duty, military leave, etc.) should be submitted in advance and approved by the supervisor in accordance with departmental procedures. Requests for reasonable accommodations related to attendance for individuals with disabilities will be considered in accordance with applicable law; employees must notify Human Resources to request an accommodation.

The employer maintains attendance records for business purposes. Employees are expected to cooperate with attendance investigations, including providing written statements or documentation as requested. False or misleading information submitted regarding attendance may result in disciplinary action.

Administrative Provisions

The employer may modify work schedules, reporting procedures, or attendance rules as operational needs require. Changes will be communicated in writing or electronic notice. Nothing in this document constitutes a contract guaranteeing continued employment for any specified period. Employment remains at-will and may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without cause, except where otherwise restricted by law or a signed agreement.

The employer is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other protected characteristics under applicable law.

Acknowledgement, Consent, and Certifications

I certify that I have read, understand, and agree to comply with the attendance expectations and reporting procedures set forth above. I understand that a failure to comply may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination. I further understand that the employer may amend this policy and that such amendments will be communicated to employees.

By initialing below, I authorize the employer to verify my employment history and to conduct background checks and reference checks as necessary for employment-related purposes. I understand that information obtained will be used only for legitimate business purposes and will be maintained in accordance with privacy and recordkeeping practices.

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Consent to contact prior employers and references: I consent

Consent to background check for employment purposes: I consent

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Certifications

I certify under penalty of discipline that the information provided on this form is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that materially false statements or omissions may result in corrective action, up to and including termination.

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