1. What is California Paid Sick Leave?

California's Paid Sick Leave law requires employers to provide paid sick leave to employees who work in California for 30 or more days within a year from the beginning of employment. Employees earn at least 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the California Paid Sick Leave formula:

Where:

• \( Hours\ Worked \) — Total hours worked by the employee
• 30 — The divisor representing hours needed to earn 1 hour of sick leave
• 40 — The maximum cap of accrued sick leave hours per year

Explanation: Employees earn 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to a maximum of 40 hours per year.

3. Importance of Calculating Paid Sick Leave

Details: Accurate calculation ensures compliance with California labor laws, helps employees understand their benefits, and assists employers in proper accrual tracking.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter total hours worked in the input field. The calculator will automatically compute the accrued paid sick leave hours according to California law.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Is there a waiting period before using sick leave?
A: Yes, employees must wait 90 days from the start of employment before using accrued sick leave.

Q2: Can employers impose a cap lower than 40 hours?
A: No, 40 hours is the minimum required by California law, though employers may choose to offer more.

Q3: Does unused sick leave carry over to the next year?
A: Yes, unused sick leave must carry over to the following year, though employers may cap accrual at 40 hours.

Q4: Are all employees eligible?
A: Most employees are eligible, including full-time, part-time, and temporary workers, with few exceptions.

Q5: How is sick leave paid out upon termination?
A: California law does not require payout of unused sick leave upon termination unless the employer has a policy providing for it.