Permissible Usage

An employee can use PSL for the diagnosis, care, or treatment of an existing health condition, or preventive care, for themselves or a “family member.”¹ For example, an employee could take PSL for a cold or other sickness, for a sick child, or for an annual physical or other preventive care, like getting a flu or COVID-19 vaccine.

An employee can use the full amount of the paid sick days for a qualifying family member.

A family member under California’s sick leave law is a:

• Child:
  • Child is defined as a “biological, adopted, or foster child, stepchild, legal ward, or ain