BRIGGS & STRATTON COVID VACCINATION POLICY
** Updated on 3/31/21 **
UPDATE: The company will pay up to 4 hours of missed time from work if you appointment for the Covid vaccine is during work hours. In order to receive the paid hours you must contact Teri Zielski with proof of the vaccine and appointment
There is a chance you may experience mild side effects after taking the COVID-19 vaccine. This is a normal part of the process and simply means the vaccine is working. Some of the symptoms include:
Pain, redness or swelling near the shot was given
Fatigue
Joint pain
Chills
Headache
Fever
It is recommended that you contact your doctor if you have symptoms that worsen or persist after a couple days.
You do not have to stay home after the vaccine, however, the company will provide up to 2 unpaid days off with no points if they experience symptoms after being vaccinated and need to stay home to recover.
To utilize this unpaid time off post-vaccination, they should contact HR, and:
• The employee must show proof of vaccination
• Symptoms must start within 24 hours of vaccination
• Applies to both vaccinations
Please contact a Union representative or Human Resources for questions or more information.
