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How do I apply for loss of earnings for short absences?
How do I apply for loss of earnings for short absences?

Learn how and when you can apply for loss of earnings for short absences.

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Written by Julie Freeman
Updated this week

How and when can I apply for short absences?

In case of special circumstances, you are entitled to paid short absences in accordance with Article 15 of the CBA for Personnel Leasing. Other Collective Labour Agreements (GAV) may stipulate different provisions.

Marriage of the worker (including registered partnership), death of a family member living in the community or life partner:

3 days

Death of siblings, parents, grandparents or parents-in-law:

1 day

Birth or marriage (including registered partnership) of a child:

1 day

Relocation of primary residence:

1 day

Military control day:

½ day

Care for your own sick child and/or a sick child living in the same household, per case of illness:

up to 3 days

Fulfilment of legal obligations:

necessary hours

The following conditions must be met:

  • The events occur while you are on duty.

  • You are no longer in the probation period (calculation according to CBA for Personnel Leasing Art. 10).

  • The required supporting documents must be provided (e.g. death notice, medical certificate for child's illness, official summons, etc.)

You must immediately report your absence directly to the hiring company.

In order for us to assess your claim for loss of earnings, we kindly ask you to complete the form "Request paid time off".

The calculation is based on the contractually agreed standard working hours. Compensation for loss of earnings will be paid at the gross hourly rate of the current shift.

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