AN120684 – Plumbers and Gasfitters (State) Consolidated Award
(i) Each apprentice shall be allowed sick leave up to a maximum of two weeks for each year of apprenticeship. Such sick leave shall be cumulative for the period of apprenticeship; provided that in the event of a transfer to another employer credit shall not be given for any balance of sick leave not taken whilst in the service of the previous employer.
(ii) For absence due to sickness, of two days or less, the parent or guardian shall notify the employer by telephone and confirm the information by letter furnished on the day of resumption. Time lost for such absences shall not be paid for if the absence is not notified in the manner prescribed.
(iii) A medical certificate shall be furnished for absence in excess of two days.
