Absence from Work Certificates

Are you unwell or caring for someone who is unwell and unable to go to work? Do you require proof of legitimate absence from work? Under the Fair Work Act 2009, pharmacists have authority to issue Absence from Work Certificates to people covered by the Act as proof of legitimate absence from work. They cannot be provided for absences relating to pregnancy or compassionate leave.

What's included

Personal leave - absences from work due to illness or injury
Carer's leave - absences due to illness or injury to a member of the employee's immediate family or household
Certificates are issued at the pharmacist's discretion, only for conditions within their scope of practice (such as minor ailments)
If your illness or injury is outside a pharmacist's ability to assess, they will refer you to a doctor or other relevant health care professional
Certificates can be issued for short periods of leave, generally 1 day, and cannot be backdated
You may be asked for a form of identification (ID); for a carer's certificate the person who is ill must be present