lonely57 Posted August 28, 2016 Report Share Posted August 28, 2016 Just wana check on your take on taking sick leave due to lack of sleep and will doctor endorse such a thing. Not that I am lazy or anything but I really just feel exhausted. I work mostly on site and deal with mostly low voltage stuff. After work I have night classes and right after that depending on assignment deadlines I may have to forego sleep and carry on work the next day. I have deadlines and tests this week. So I'm quite worried. Should I take mc? I mean I havent taken mc for the whole year though. And the haze is killing my nose.. I just feel like I have too little time on my hands.. D: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThePineapple Posted August 28, 2016 Report Share Posted August 28, 2016 Just go see a doc and tell him/her you are so stressed that you are going into depression soon.... They give you 1 or 2 days MC ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest Posted August 28, 2016 Report Share Posted August 28, 2016 24 minutes ago, lonely57 said: Just wana check on your take on taking sick leave due to lack of sleep and will doctor endorse such a thing. Not that I am lazy or anything but I really just feel exhausted. I work mostly on site and deal with mostly low voltage stuff. After work I have night classes and right after that depending on assignment deadlines I may have to forego sleep and carry on work the next day. I have deadlines and tests this week. So I'm quite worried. Should I take mc? I mean I havent taken mc for the whole year though. And the haze is killing my nose.. I just feel like I have too little time on my hands.. D: Don't you know you are given ANNUAL LEAVE to take for such reasons? So sick still can play Pokémon Go ah? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lonely57 Posted August 28, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2016 (edited) Nah I dont play pokemon go alr. My annual leave is reserved for my exams and preparations. Barely have enough for 2 semesters a year.. And I'm quite the goody two shoes.. I can't Keng lol.. Edited August 28, 2016 by lonely57 sum1outhere_03 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keyboard Posted August 28, 2016 Report Share Posted August 28, 2016 I don't judge. To get an MC (if you are not building a case), should preferably have a physical symptom where they can prescribe you medicine to justify your MC. Headaches, Dizziness (the room spinning type or wobble type), muscle aches, joint pains etc are all non-visible symptoms that can be used. If you feel you need two days MC, just ask for it. Else it's usually a one day default. Taking MC due to stress is a valid reason in Singapore and then people stress about taking MC and missing work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ener Posted August 28, 2016 Report Share Posted August 28, 2016 Lolz.. I do admit.. I take mc as and when I want... it's an entitlement... but nonetheless I give 100% focus at work... IMO, it's not a crime. Just don't screw up badly at work can liaoz.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lonelyglobe Posted August 28, 2016 Report Share Posted August 28, 2016 just blame it on the haze, not difficult to get a day rest but if you need a week's mc, then maybe have to faint in public... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justanotherme Posted August 28, 2016 Report Share Posted August 28, 2016 Imo there is nothing wrong in taking mc when you are physically/mentally exhausted. I have taken mc before to rest at home. Just don'tlet it become a habit. I told the doctor that I felt exhausted and needed mc to rest. Honestly speaking, it is almost certain that you will be able to get mc at private clinic. Even if the doc does not give, just ask for it. If he were to give you only a day, you can politely request for another. 1-2 days mc is common. Anything more than that you will need to have fever or severe symptoms. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Power Tongue Posted August 28, 2016 Report Share Posted August 28, 2016 It is just okay. I use to do it all the time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lonely57 Posted August 28, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2016 but im kinda seeing my company dr so its kinda hard i guess? =x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keyboard Posted August 28, 2016 Report Share Posted August 28, 2016 No experience with company doctors, I don't think it's good to join a company that can only see company doctors for MC. Though they are there for a purpose, where dealing with certain types of employees are the majority they hire. Totally unfair statement, i suppose i can see the rationale behind it. Worst case scenario, go see the doctor, wait at the clinic, half day of work gone even without MC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Power Tongue Posted August 28, 2016 Report Share Posted August 28, 2016 6 hours ago, Guest Power Tongue said: It is just okay. I use to do it all the time I did no post this! I've been trolled... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doncoin Posted August 28, 2016 Report Share Posted August 28, 2016 Your best case situation is this. Explain that you have been under a lot of stress and causing disturbances to your sleep. He may be able to prescribe something for you and state that you would like to have a day or 2 to catch up on sleep and recover. Think of it as jet lag. When you travel internationally for work, no one expects you to show up at 9am in the office the next day. Love. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keyboard Posted August 29, 2016 Report Share Posted August 29, 2016 33 minutes ago, doncoin said: no one expects you to show up at 9am in the office the next day. You'll be surprised how much the unspoken expectations from your co-workers are. Quote the TS, "Should I take mc? I mean I havent taken mc for the whole year though." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doncoin Posted August 29, 2016 Report Share Posted August 29, 2016 17 minutes ago, keyboard said: You'll be surprised how much the unspoken expectations from your co-workers are. Quote the TS, "Should I take mc? I mean I havent taken mc for the whole year though." If I land at 11pm the night before, there is no way I am showing up at 9am the following morning into the office. When you travel for work, your clock starts ticking the moment you leave your flat for the airport. Love. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lonely57 Posted August 29, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2016 9 hours ago, doncoin said: If I land at 11pm the night before, there is no way I am showing up at 9am the following morning into the office. When you travel for work, your clock starts ticking the moment you leave your flat for the airport. There was once I landed at 2am and reached home at 4.. I nearly cried the next day of work.. Along with those days that I went without sleep. Anyways I ended up taking leave. Thats one less day to study for me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thorzguy Posted August 29, 2016 Report Share Posted August 29, 2016 To be honest, there is nothing wrong in taking MC; unless you are those chao keng type (which you mentioned you are not, and I trust you of course). I can understand the overwhelming pressure/fatigue etc - I have done it too: usual work. After work is either night school or driving lessons. If not, then OT at work ( I was a contract staff, still have OT pay then). A day or two, just to rest (sleep) will be good. You must really relax your mind so that you can sleep well. Tell the doctor - you are very tired, you need rest. Or, if you are worried, then sorry, you just have to say you are having a very bad headache for days. White lies don't kill; but fatigue will. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keyboard Posted August 29, 2016 Report Share Posted August 29, 2016 Just be glad that the option to take MC is there. I have many times to work till 1am and be at work at 9am the next day. It's not uncommon for some industries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
koolkai Posted August 29, 2016 Report Share Posted August 29, 2016 I think you should just take MC for 2 days to clear your assignments and prepare for your tests. It is no easy having to work and study at the same time. You are a human and not a machine. It's ok to take MC due to lack of sleep as you can't give your best to your work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sum1outhere_03 Posted August 29, 2016 Report Share Posted August 29, 2016 Sick leave and annual leave are your entitlement, why not? Will you be my valentine's? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Power Tongue Posted August 29, 2016 Report Share Posted August 29, 2016 As I said, just do it. If you are tired then rest. It is your privilege Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KENZ Posted August 30, 2016 Report Share Posted August 30, 2016 On 8/28/2016 at 8:59 PM, lonely57 said: Just wana check on your take on taking sick leave due to lack of sleep and will doctor endorse such a thing. Not that I am lazy or anything but I really just feel exhausted. I work mostly on site and deal with mostly low voltage stuff. After work I have night classes and right after that depending on assignment deadlines I may have to forego sleep and carry on work the next day. I have deadlines and tests this week. So I'm quite worried. Should I take mc? I mean I havent taken mc for the whole year though. And the haze is killing my nose.. I just feel like I have too little time on my hands.. D: TS just go and take your MC and rest. Just tell your doctor the truth as what you have mentioned above. Your Body is crying out for the much needed rest, don't ignore your body's signals. We only got one body, health is more important. If no health, you don't even need to talk about work or class anymore. ( Chinese saying : We rest so that we can carry on further and walk a longer distance) milky6547 and mate69 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keyboard Posted August 30, 2016 Report Share Posted August 30, 2016 Is there a difference between company doctors and private ones? The assumption I have is they are more like army MO where they try to break your defense to ascertain that you are sick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowball Posted August 30, 2016 Report Share Posted August 30, 2016 my company do have study leave, if not enough, you can take no pay leave or your annual leave etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest Posted August 30, 2016 Report Share Posted August 30, 2016 Even though there is nothing wrong taking mc, but some company will indirectly penalized you when it comes to increments or bonus period. I have experience such thing before in one of my previous company. That year i am unwell on and off, keeps taking mc and annual leave. During the increment period, my increment amount is low, although my manager did not say anything but i can guess the reason. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baby Face Posted August 30, 2016 Report Share Posted August 30, 2016 35 minutes ago, Guest Guest said: Even though there is nothing wrong taking mc, but some company will indirectly penalized you when it comes to increments or bonus period. I have experience such thing before in one of my previous company. That year i am unwell on and off, keeps taking mc and annual leave. During the increment period, my increment amount is low, although my manager did not say anything but i can guess the reason. MC and AL consider you are taking rest from work. The manager will take these as consideration versus your work output and determine your increments and bonus. My company entitle 7 days special leave for exam and revision. Together with annual leave, I can take at least two weeks leaves for exam and revision on each semester when I was taking part time degree study. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest Posted August 31, 2016 Report Share Posted August 31, 2016 11 hours ago, Baby Face said: MC and AL consider you are taking rest from work. The manager will take these as consideration versus your work output and determine your increments and bonus. My company entitle 7 days special leave for exam and revision. Together with annual leave, I can take at least two weeks leaves for exam and revision on each semester when I was taking part time degree study. This is why it will affect your increments,bonus and promotion if you take too many mc even though it is your entitlement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baby Face Posted August 31, 2016 Report Share Posted August 31, 2016 8 hours ago, Guest Guest said: This is why it will affect your increments,bonus and promotion if you take too many mc even though it is your entitlement. special leave is not MC. It is for those doing part time study that need to take exam and revision. It did not affect my increments, bonus and promotion if I consume all the 7 days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest Posted August 31, 2016 Report Share Posted August 31, 2016 3 hours ago, Baby Face said: special leave is not MC. It is for those doing part time study that need to take exam and revision. It did not affect my increments, bonus and promotion if I consume all the 7 days. I am not referring to special leave. I was referring to MC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts