Warning letter (absence)

PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL

Dear [Employee name],

Re: Absence from work without notification

It has been observed that you have been absent from work on June 1, 2019 due to not feeling
well, however you did not provide a valid reason for your absence or any proof that you have
siAs you are aware, you are required to notify us of your inability to attend work prior to the
commencement of your shift.

We have attempted to contact you on [date] by phone but without success. We are concerned
about the reasons for your non-attendance at work.

Please contact me immediately to discuss the reasons for your absence and failure to notify
us, and your expected return date. This absence must be discussed prior to you
recommencing work.

If you do not intend to return to work, please provide notice of your resignation in writing.
Please include any company property [e.g. keys] to us in person immediately.

If you fail to respond to this letter by [enter date and time], we will have no alternative but to
assume that you do not intend to return to work and have in fact abandoned your
employment.

I urge you to contact me to discuss the situation immediately.

Yours sincerely

______________________________________
[insert full name and position of relevant officer]

Instructions:

• keep copy in HR file

• include a stamped, self-addressed envelope