Fit for duty

Good day CUPE 4070 Members,
                                                                           
As we are fast approaching cold and flu season now is a great time to review best practices around being Fit for Duty when reporting for your pairing. 
 
Very recently we have made improvements to our sick leave policy that now bring us in alignment with Federal Government guidelines, so we encourage all Cabin Personnel to familiarize themselves with the changes made. You can find the latest details on your Company Device.
 
In short, if you are sick or otherwise feel unwell, please stay home and get better. Remember that Fit for Duty does not just refer to contagious illness, but also such conditions as migraines, physical ailments and mental health.
 
We know Cabin Personnel may feel pressure or concerns about calling in sick, especially our Members on probation, but it’s best for our coworkers, the operation & most importantly ourselves, that if we’re not fit for duty we book off. Please resist the temptation to be the ‘hero’ or think about ‘pushing through’. Crew Schedulers have the expertise and resources to replace you, even last minute, mid pairing or if you’re out of base. While it’s always diligent to give Crew Scheduling the most notice possible, your health, safety and well being will always come first. 
  
Please refer to the Collective Agreement on your Company Device for specific parameters around sick leaves and the correct procedures should you need to use them.
 
Here’s to a healthy and safe winter season for all!