Operating Unwell at CX
 

Question guys.

I just flew with a guy that said he would consider flying sick to avoid getting a tea and biccies letter from the fleet office. I was a little shocked (probably a sign of my naivety) as I always thought that this is non-negotiable. Apparently not so.

Anyone else come across this and I wonder how widespread it is.:ooh:

Not pointing fingers, just a little surprised.

You're kidding right? Is this a wind-up or are you just really new here.....

No wind up and I guess I am relatively new.

Just read the court transcripts on the "5 weeks in court" threat to get an idea of how our esteemed management operate.
I sick letter is a reality in this company, yet another part of your file that you need to "manage" for an upgrade

I had 2 sick letters on file, got Cat A'd ok. As with everything, as long as your flying is clean, no probs.
Message to your mate, call in sick and grow a set!

So how many times in a year you have to call in sick to "earn" a sick letter?

Don't they allow for 6 separate sicknesses before they caringly ask if you are ok? Or is it 5 times and the 6th you strike out?

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Do you dread calling in sick? Whether it's the fear of a judgmental boss or just concerns about missing out on important happenings, health experts want to put you at ease. There are times when making the call is a must. Confused about whether staying home is a good idea? Here are five signs that a sick day is in order...
According to a recent Glamour.com poll, only 21 percent of readers say they make a point to stay home when they're sick. The rest of you do sometimes or not at all.
Guys! The world will not end if you stay home and a.) rest and recover so you can get well again, and b.) prevent the spread of your germs to others.
But, I know it can be confusing about whether a sick day is in order--especially at 6 a.m. Here are five signs, from the experts at WebMD, that you need to make the call to your boss and head back to bed:
1. If you wake up feel pretty icky with a sore throat and the sniffles (which weren't there yesterday). Health experts say that the first few hours/days of a virus tend to be the most contagious, so spare your co-workers your germs and keep your sneezy self at home until the following day.
2. If you're taking medications that may (even slightly) impair your ability to do a good job. Whether it's a prescription medication or just over-the-counter cold meds that makes you feel like a space cadet, if the medicine you're taking is impairing you in any way, it's best to stay home.
3. If you have a bad sinus infection. Experts say that sinus infections can cause yellow or green nasal discharge, jaw pain, facial pain, and headaches--all of which are a major blow to concentration. Your best bet? Stay home and use your neti pot, and maybe venture out, but only to see your doctor.
4. If you have pink eye. The majority of "pink eye" is viral and clears up on its own in about 24 to 48 hours. Other cases are bacterial pink eye, and you need antibiotic eye drops from your doc. Both, however, are extremely contagious, so unless you want dirty looks from your office mates, better stay home!
5. Bad back pain. You may feel like a wimp calling in sick because your back hurts, but don't! Experts say sitting at a desk all day can actually aggravate your back and make the pain worse. Instead, after a mega back spasm, spend the day at home taking it easy.
Do you abide by these "rules"? Or do you tend to dread calling in sick?

Good find, WS...

Print this out and stick it on the fridge!


Wishing everyone safe and healthy flying.

:D

See the court transcripts if you are still wondering. There is a sickness management program and they will sack you. From the transcripts it appears flags are raised if you only go sick for one day, so I suggest taking "more" than one day.
That said if one of our crew is sick; I'm not impressed and let them know that.
Don't be scared but don't abused it. That's the bottom line.