It can be vital, donating an organ to a loved one or just strangers. But what should you do as an employer when an employee states "I want to donate an organ?". And what happens when an employee ends up in absenteeism as a result of donating an organ?
Donating an organ
While alive, you can donate an organ or tissue to someone who needs it. The advantage is that these organs usually last longer than organs from deceased donors. Donating is often vital for another person, so a good match is crucial.
The following organs are eligible for living donation:
- A kidney
- Part of the liver
- Bone Marrow
- Stem Cells
Illness due to organ donation
If an employee becomes ill due to organ donation, then sickness benefits can be claimed for that employee. This is also possible if the employee has a preliminary examination to see if he/she is suitable as a donor. It must be an examination of more than half a day. Sick pay is 100% of the daily wage.
Should an employee leave sick as a result of organ donation and/or go through the WIA assessment, then this employee should not be charged for damages with regard to the Sickness Act and/or WGA inflow. There is talk of the no risk policy!
