Bereavement leave is a paid leave policy provided by an employer or organization to support employees who have experienced the death of a family member, relative, or close friend. This leave allows employees to manage their grief and handle the various responsibilities that arise from the loss of a loved one.
Purpose
The purpose of this policy is to provide employees with time off to grieve and manage affairs related to the death of a family member or loved one. We understand that losing a loved one can be a challenging time, and we aim to support our employees during this difficult period.
Eligibility
All full-time and part-time employees are eligible for bereavement leave. The definition of “family member” includes, but is not limited to:Parents (biological, adoptive, step, or in-law)
Spouse or domestic partner
Children (biological, adopted, step, or in-law)
Siblings (biological, adoptive, step, or in-law)
Grandparents
Grandchildren
Any other person who is a significant part of the employee’s life
Leave Entitlement
Employees are entitled to [number of days] of paid bereavement leave upon the death of a family member. Additional unpaid leave may be granted at the discretion of management based on individual circumstances.
Notification Procedure
Employees must notify their immediate supervisor or the HR department as soon as possible following the death of a family member. Notification can be done in person, by phone, or via email. Employees should provide the following information:
Relationship to the deceased
Date of death
Requested leave dates
Bereavement leave request Procedure
To facilitate efficient coordination and documentation, [Company Name] requires employees to fill out a bereavement leave request form. This form can be found on our internal employee portal or obtained from the HR department. The form will generally require the following information:
Employee’s name and contact information
Relationship to the deceased
Date of the passing
Expected start and end dates of the leave
Any additional relevant details or special considerations
After submitting your bereavement leave request form and any supporting documentation (if necessary), the HR department will review your request. We understand the sensitive nature of bereavement leave and will strive to process requests as quickly as possible. You will receive notification of the decision via email or through a personal conversation with an HR representative. When you are prepared to return to work, please inform your supervisor and the HR department in advance. [Company Name] is committed to ensuring a smooth transition back to the workplace and will provide the necessary support during this time.
Disclaimer:
This template is meant to provide general guidelines and should be used as a reference. This is not a legal document. Easy HR will not assume any legal liability that may arise from the use of this template.