Vulcann 6th Gear July 12, 2011 Share July 12, 2011 From ST Forum: http://www.straitstimes.com/STForum/Story/...ory_690001.html Most bosses accept MCs from any doctor WE REFER to last Saturday's letter by Singapore Medical Association president Chong Yeh Woei ('Change law to make firms accept MCs from any doctor'), as well as recent letters on the same issue. The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) would like to reiterate that employers should recognise medical certificates issued by any registered medical practitioner for the purpose of being absent from work due to illness. However, in order to take sick leave with pay, the Employment Act states that an employee needs to obtain a medical certificate from a company or government doctor. This is only a minimum requirement, and does not stop an employer from recognising a medical certificate from any doctor. Provisions on sick leave with pay are included in collective agreements or employees' contracts of service. In a survey conducted by MOM in 2009, three in four private establishments accepted medical certificates issued by all medical practitioners for the purpose of granting paid sick leave. We thank Dr Chong for his views. We will take the views of all parties, including employees, trade unions and businesses, into account in future reviews of the Employment Act to ensure a balance between statutory obligations and business needs. Farah Abdul Rahim (Ms) Director, Corporate Communications Ministry of Manpower ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vulcann 6th Gear July 12, 2011 Author Share July 12, 2011 However, in order to take sick leave with pay, the Employment Act states that an employee needs to obtain a medical certificate from a company or government doctor. Never knew there is such a stipulation. What has SMC got to say about this, that a MC issued by a GP may not be recognised? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Funner Neutral Newbie July 12, 2011 Share July 12, 2011 what is happening to SMC making a mess they are a governing body and appears to be without teeth Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jman888 Moderator July 12, 2011 Share July 12, 2011 Individual company has their own HR policy to follow, not necessary must follow MOM. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gendut 2nd Gear July 12, 2011 Share July 12, 2011 Individual company has their own HR policy to follow, not necessary must follow MOM. What? Companies don't have to follow the laws heres? Its because there are many incompetent HR practitioners here that are ignorant of the laws that this kind of thinking can surface. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tigershark1976 Turbocharged July 12, 2011 Share July 12, 2011 bcos the employment act only covers a certain group of plp. PME is not protected under employment act... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SimonTan 2nd Gear July 12, 2011 Share July 12, 2011 MoM is not god. The HR can set their one rule. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freestylers09 5th Gear July 12, 2011 Share July 12, 2011 Polyclinic also nid wait 1-2hr Even last time company clinics at my area need wait 20plus people if i went down at 845am Sick wana see doctor n rest also wait so long Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rainbowbiatch 6th Gear July 13, 2011 Share July 13, 2011 Polyclinic also nid wait 1-2hr Even last time company clinics at my area need wait 20plus people if i went down at 845am Sick wana see doctor n rest also wait so long exactly.. went at 9am oso.. waited until lunch time.. i rather go back to work.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Galantspeedz Turbocharged July 13, 2011 Share July 13, 2011 Polyclinic also nid wait 1-2hr Even last time company clinics at my area need wait 20plus people if i went down at 845am Sick wana see doctor n rest also wait so long Mine at Geylang. Fast, never more than an hour n best thing sure got XMM see cuz at Lor 18 lol Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whatisthis04 Neutral Newbie July 13, 2011 Share July 13, 2011 I've never taken a mc for the past 6yrs till date.... I will rather go to work than sit n wait for hrs to see a doctor.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KARTer 2nd Gear July 13, 2011 Share July 13, 2011 Never knew there is such a stipulation. What has SMC got to say about this, that a MC issued by a GP may not be recognised? If i am really suddenly and need immediate medical attention, i'll have no choice but go the nearest doctor who has the experty to diagnose and treat me but may not be on the list of so called 'company doctors'; and if i need to take sick leave in the case, the said doctor will give me a MC. The rule which restricts me to deal with such illness in a timely manner with the doctor of my choice, which can mean life or dealth in the extreme case, just shows how 'far-sighted' the persons who draft/apply it is. :angry: Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KARTer 2nd Gear July 13, 2011 Share July 13, 2011 exactly.. went at 9am oso.. waited until lunch time.. i rather go back to work.. when i am waiting in an aircon room together with other sick people, even not sick also become sick.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pltang Clutched July 13, 2011 Share July 13, 2011 Polyclinic also nid wait 1-2hr Even last time company clinics at my area need wait 20plus people if i went down at 845am Sick wana see doctor n rest also wait so long if i can go to the poly clinic and come back alive after the long wait... i'm not sick Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KARTer 2nd Gear July 13, 2011 Share July 13, 2011 what is happening to SMC making a mess they are a governing body and appears to be without teeth or their denture keeps falling off............ too much sharkfins and abolone, the denture needs a break Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xabi_alonso 2nd Gear July 13, 2011 Share July 13, 2011 I've never taken a mc for the past 6yrs till date.... I will rather go to work than sit n wait for hrs to see a doctor.... you should see a doctor and rest at home if you are sick. your colleagues won't appreciate you spreading your germs to them. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timex1441 1st Gear July 13, 2011 Share July 13, 2011 Polyclinic also nid wait 1-2hr Even last time company clinics at my area need wait 20plus people if i went down at 845am Sick wana see doctor n rest also wait so long sorry to correct u....the wait is more like 2-3 hr....i think only those who waited outside the gates early morning will wait for 1 hr or less.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timex1441 1st Gear July 13, 2011 Share July 13, 2011 when i am waiting in an aircon room together with other sick people, even not sick also become sick.. u r rite....tat happened to me b4....went to see the doc for a really bad neck sprain....ended up catching the flu fr the ppl waiting in the clinic! ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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