Sick leave is accrued from the beginning of employment.
However, no sick leave may be taken until it has been accrued. A half month or more of active employment is considered a complete month in computing earned sick leave. Less than one-half month of active employment is disregarded. The sick leave benefits ar not payable for any day for which an employee is paid regular pay. Reasonable time for the purpose of medical or dental appointment if it is not possible for an employee to schedule the appointment during non-working hours.