As per the Employment Act 1995, there are 5 types of mandatory leaves a company must provide. They are:-
Additionally, there are various voluntary leave options that businesses can offer to enhance employee well-being and satisfaction. While employers have the discretion to provide or not provide these options, exploring the list will reveal why numerous companies choose to extend these benefits as part of their commitment to employee well-being and satisfaction.
Here are some leave policies every HR professional and business owner should know.
Birthday Leave
A day off that employees can take to celebrate their birthday. Some companies allow employees to take this leave in the week before or after their actual birthday.
Marriage Leave
Marriage leave is a special type of paid time off given to employees to celebrate their wedding day. This allows employees to take time off work to prepare for their wedding, celebrate the event, and potentially go on a honeymoon.
Family Care Leave
This leave is intended to support employees to take time off work to care for a family member who is ill, injured, or facing a medical emergency. The purpose of family care leave is to support employees during times of family emergencies or health crises, ensuring they can balance their work responsibilities with their responsibilities as caregivers to their loved ones.
Volunteer Leave
Volunteer leave empowers employees to dedicate their time to approved charitable or community organizations. Companies can attract potential employees by granting them the opportunity to make a positive impact outside of work while still receiving their regular compensation.
Sabbatical Leave
In essence, a sabbatical leave is just a work break. Typically, employees take sabbaticals after working for an extended period at a company, and they remain employed during this time. It's an opportunity to focus on personal growth activities, like learning new skills, volunteering, or just taking a break to relax and rejuvenate.
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