Under what circumstances can I call in sick?

Workers who cannot work normally due to health reasons may apply for sick leave according to law.

First, the basic conditions of sick leave

When a worker needs to stop working due to illness or non-work-related injury, he has the right to apply for sick leave from the employer. The "illness" and "non-work-related injury" here are the basic prerequisites for taking sick leave, that is, the health of workers really needs rest and treatment.

Second, the sick leave application process

When workers need to take sick leave, they should apply for sick leave to the employer in advance and provide relevant medical certificates. The medical certificate usually includes the hospital diagnosis certificate, sick leave advice, etc. Used to prove the condition of workers and the time they need to rest.

Three. Approval and handling of sick leave

After receiving the sick leave application of the laborer, the employing unit shall examine and approve it in accordance with the relevant regulations. Eligible sick leave applications shall be approved by the employing unit and workers shall be arranged to rest. During the period of sick leave, workers enjoy the statutory sick leave salary, and the employer shall not reduce or cancel it at will.

Fourth, sick leave under special circumstances.

In addition to sick leave due to illness or non-work-related injuries, workers can also apply for sick leave under certain special circumstances. For example, workers can enjoy maternity leave according to law when they need to rest due to pregnancy, childbirth and other reasons; If it is necessary to stop work for treatment due to work-related injury or occupational disease, you can also apply for work-related injury sick leave.

To sum up:

Workers who need rest and treatment due to illness or non-work-related injuries may apply for sick leave according to law. When applying for sick leave, workers should provide relevant medical certificates and follow the sick leave application process of the employer. When examining and approving sick leave applications, the employing unit shall abide by laws and regulations to protect the legitimate rights and interests of workers. At the same time, workers should also understand the sick leave regulations under special circumstances so as to apply correctly when necessary.

Legal basis:

Labor law of the people's Republic of China

Article 26 provides that:

In any of the following circumstances, the employee may notify the employer to terminate the labor contract at any time:

(1) is in the probation period;

(2) The employing unit forces labor by means of violence, threat or illegal restriction of personal freedom;

(three) the employer fails to pay labor remuneration or provide working conditions in accordance with the labor contract.