DEFINITIONS
Culpable Absenteeism: Failure to be present for work as a result of factors within the control of the Employee, including but not limited to: failure to notify, absence without leave, abuse of leave and coming to work late or leaving early without notification or excuse. Culpable absenteeism is grounds for discipline, up to and including termination.
Non-Culpable or Innocent Absenteeism: Failure to be present for work due to illness or non-occupational injury, including absences resulting from a disability that is not a compensable illness or injury. Non-culpable absenteeism is subject to non-punitive corrective action in accordance with the terms of this Program.