Our Commitment to You

At SAFR, we understand that life happens, and sometimes you need to take time away from your duties. We want you to enjoy being part of our EMS family while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being, family commitments, and personal time are important to us. This policy is designed to support you when you need time away, whether it's for a family vacation, personal matters, or medical issues.

When to Request a Leave of Absence

We encourage you to request a Leave of Absence (LOA) whenever you need extended time away from your SAFR duties. This could be for:

• Family events or vacations
• Personal time for self-care
• Medical procedures or recovery
• Educational pursuits
• Any other reason you feel you need a break

Remember, your health and family always come first. Don't hesitate to take the time you need.

How to Request an LOA

To keep things organized, we ask that you post your LOA request in the #leave-of-absence channel on our Discord server. Please use this simple template:

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Name: [Your Name]
Leaving: [Date you'll be leaving]
Return: [Expected return date]
Reason: [A brief reason - no need for details if it's personal]

For example:

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Name: Jane Smith
Leaving: July 1, 2024
Return: July 15, 2024
Reason: Family vacation

Duration of Leave

• Short breaks (up to 14 days) are usually no problem at all.
• For longer breaks (15-30 days), just give us a heads up so we can plan accordingly.
• If you need more than 30 days, let's chat about it. We might be able to arrange an extended leave or discuss other options.

Longer Absences and Retirement Option