In Singapore, security firm Certis has clarified its stance on medical leave following the emergence of WhatsApp messages revealing proposed changes to their policy. According to the messages, employees on medical leave who are not at home could face a warning letter unless they provide a valid reason, share their live location, or conduct video calls with their managers to confirm their safety and well-being.
The firm has emphasized that updating residential addresses is mandatory for employees, or they risk receiving warnings as well. While the messages indicate that non-compliance could lead to disciplinary actions, including termination, Certis stressed that dismissing employees merely for not being at home during medical leave is not their practice. They clarified that any potential disciplinary measures are only taken in clear cases of medical leave abuse following a comprehensive evaluation.
Certis added that it regularly checks in on employees, especially those on extended medical leave, and has measures in place to ensure that medical leave is utilized fairly. They reiterated their commitment to maintaining high standards of professionalism and integrity among employees and stated that they take serious use of company policies, ensuring appropriate actions are taken when necessary.
10 Comments
Fuerza
This policy will only serve to create a toxic working environment. People should feel safe to take sick leave.
Manolo Noriega
The threat of warnings and potential termination isn't a way to ensure professionalism; it's a way to instill fear.
Ongania
How can anyone recover properly when they have to constantly check in with their manager? It's outrageous!
Manolo Noriega
I can’t believe this is even being proposed. It shows a lack of empathy for employees' well-being.
Ongania
This sounds like an overreach. Employers should trust their employees, especially when they are sick.
Manolo Noriega
High standards should come from employee support, not from micromanagement during their medical recovery.
Fuerza
Maybe Certis should reconsider this policy before it damages their reputation and employee morale further.
Ongania
I'm glad to see Certis establishing clear guidelines to avoid misuse of medical leave. It's fair to everyone.
Fuerza
This kind of oversight will likely lead to employees faking illness rather than risk disciplinary action.
Ongania
This isn't about policing; it's about responsibility. Employees need to be accountable for their leave.