ETB Staff (other than Teachers and SNAs)
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COVID-19 is a virus that can cause illness affecting the lungs and airways. Employers and employees should follow the most recent guidance set out by the HSE or their doctor
The employer has obligations under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005 to ensure the safety and welfare of staff at work, an employer may grant special leave with pay to an employee where appropriate medical or HSE confirmation of COVID-19 diagnosis or recommendation to self-isolate is provided, in accordance with the HSE Guidelines
Information Note ESR ETB 0001/2023
COVID-19: Changes to Special Leave with Pay from 22nd May 2023 for Staff other than Teachers and Special Needs Assistants (SNAs) who are employed in ETBs (employees)
0029/2023
The term “brief absence” is used to describe short-term occasional absences sanctioned by the employer. The purpose of this Circular is to set out the terms and conditions for awarding leave in respect of the brief absences to employees.