This comprehensive Personal Leave of Absence Policy is designed for organizational use to manage and structure personal leaves of absence (LOA) for employees. It details the procedures for requesting a leave, delineating approval authority, and explaining the conditions under which an employee can take a personal leave, such as compelling personal reasons with specific notice requirements. The policy also covers the continuation of health benefits during the leave period and outlines the consequences of late or nonpayment.  

Additionally, it clarifies accruals during paid and unpaid portions of the leave, voluntary payroll deductions, position replacement protocols during leaves, return-to-work procedures. This document serves as an essential resource for HR departments to ensure fair handling of LOA requests while maintaining operational efficiency within a company. Standard procedures covered in this document include:  

• Leadership should refer the employee to the employee assistance program (EAP).
• Generally, personal leaves should not exceed a period of six months and are not granted for employment elsewhere.
• Unused sick leave benefits accumulate from year to year, subject to a maximum of X days. Employees are not paid for unused sick leave benefits.
• The company may require proof of illness and ability to return to work.