Paid Sick Leave in San Francisco
Learn about paid sick leave requirements, employee rights, and employer obligations in San Francisco, California.
State: California
Local Requirements
- *All employers must provide paid sick leave
- *1 hour of sick leave per 30 hours worked
- *Small employers (10 or fewer): up to 48 hours
- *Larger employers: up to 72 hours
- *Unused sick leave carries over (can cap accrual)
Key Differences from Federal/State Law
- !One of first cities with mandatory paid sick leave
- !More generous than California state minimum
- !Applies to all employers regardless of size
- !Includes designated person for care
Employer Obligations
- →Post notice of sick leave rights
- →Track sick leave accrual and use
- →Allow use for self, family, or designated person
- →Cannot require doctor note for less than 4 days
Employee Rights
- ✓Accrue paid sick leave from day one
- ✓Use for own illness or family member care
- ✓Protection from retaliation
- ✓Carryover of unused hours
Resources
SF Office of Labor Standards Enforcement
Enforces paid sick leave ordinance
SF Paid Sick Leave Ordinance
Full ordinance text
Note: Always verify current requirements with official sources. Laws may change.
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