940 CMR 20.02
Sufficient Certification
( 1) Certification shall be sufficient if it states in writing:
(a) the date on which the leave will be taken;
(b) the duration of the leave;
(c) the purpose for requesting the leave;
(d)· the employee's signature.
(2) The following certification form may be used by employers:
Employee's Certification
I certify that on------- I will/did take ___ hours of leave for the following purpose:
D to participate in school activities directly related to the educational advancement of a son or daughter
D to accompany the son or daughter of the employee to routine medical or dental appointments such as check-
ups or vaccinations
D to accompany an elderly relative to routine medical or dental appointments or appointments for other
professional services related to the elder' s care
Employee's Signature: _________ _
Date: _________ _