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Who is eligible for paid bereavement leave?
Who is eligible for paid bereavement leave?
How many days of paid bereavement leave are granted for immediate family members?
How many days of paid bereavement leave are granted for immediate family members?
What is the maximum number of paid bereavement leave instances allowed per year?
What is the maximum number of paid bereavement leave instances allowed per year?
What should be done if documentation of the passing is not sent to HR?
What should be done if documentation of the passing is not sent to HR?
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What type of requests can be made for relationships outside immediate family?
What type of requests can be made for relationships outside immediate family?
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How many days of bereavement leave can be approved for Special Circumstance requests?
How many days of bereavement leave can be approved for Special Circumstance requests?
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What is required to apply for bereavement leave?
What is required to apply for bereavement leave?
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Who must approve exceptions to the maximum bereavement leave allowed?
Who must approve exceptions to the maximum bereavement leave allowed?
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Which family members are eligible for 3 days of paid bereavement leave?
Which family members are eligible for 3 days of paid bereavement leave?
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Study Notes
Bereavement Leave Eligibility
- Full-time and part-time employees working 32+ hours per week are eligible.
- Leave requests must be submitted via Unanet.
Covered Family Members
- Immediate family (5 days): Parents, children, spouses (including domestic partners).
- Other immediate family (3 days): Siblings, grandparents, grandchildren, aunts/uncles, household members.
Special Circumstances
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Non-traditional relationships (1-5 days): Friends, neighbors, extended family members.
- Requires a Special Circumstance Bereavement request to HR.
- Paid leave amount depends on the relationship and HR approval.
- Other options: FTO leave or leave without pay.
Documentation Requirements
- Documentation of the passing and relationship is required within one week of taking leave.
- Failure to provide documentation results in leave being applied to FTO balance.
Leave Limits
- Maximum paid bereavement leave: 2 instances of up to 10 days per year.
- Any exceptions to the maximum require CEO approval.
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Description
This quiz covers the eligibility criteria and guidelines for bereavement leave for employees. It details the family members covered, special circumstances, and documentation requirements. Test your understanding of the leave limits and policies in place for employees experiencing bereavement.
