What are the steps that an employee and supervisor must take to address absences that may qualify under the federal or D.C. statutes?
Situation/Leave Needed Employee Tasks Supervisor Tasks Required Documentation and Forms If An Employee Requests Foreseeable Family or Medical Leave • Employees should contact the Employee Relations Division (202) 994-9611 at least 30 days prior to leave. • Employees should submit a completed medical certification of the serious health condition within 15 days after the Employee Relations Division requests certification. • Supervisors should consult with the Employee Relations Division when an employee’s absences, requests for leave, or both may qualify for family and medical leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Supervisors should refer the employee to the Employee Benefits Administration Division and contact the Employee Relations Division as soon as possible if an employee: – Requests leave or states that he or she is not at work for a family and medical leave-qualifying reason – Is absent from the workplace 3 or more consecutive days due to illness – Has a pattern of
