FMLA BASICS – SELF-LED TRAINING CHECKLIST
Although there are some slight differences between federal and private sector FMLA rights and procedures, one need not worry about them when trying to get a basic understanding of employee rights. Consequently, we recommend using a U.S. Dept. of Labor checklist for union stewards handling their first couple of FMLA cases or for members asking about their FMLA rights. Click here for a very helpful web site checklist addressing 15 different elements of FMLA rights.
- What is the FMLA
Review: Overview of the Family and Medical Leave Act
Review: Employee Protections under the FMLA
Review: The Employer’s Guide to the FMLA, pages 9 – 13
- Understanding Employee Eligibility
Review: The Employer’s Guide to the FMLA, pages 16 – 19
Review: The Employee’s Guide to the FMLA
- Reasons Employees May Take FMLA Leave
Review: Reasons that Workers May Take Leave under the FMLA
Review: The Employer’s Guide to the FMLA, pages 23 – 27
- When An Employee Requests FMLA Leave
Review: Employer Notification Requirements under the FMLA
Review: The Employer’s Guide to the FMLA, pages 28 – 36
- Military Leave
Review: The Employee’s Guide to Military Family Leave
Review: The Employer’s Guide to the FMLA, pages 37 – 46
- During Employee’s Leave
Review: The Employer’s Guide to the FMLA, pages 51 – 63
- Protecting Employee Rights
Review: The Employer’s Guide to the FMLA, pages 64 – 71
Review: Protection for Individuals under the FMLA
