Irregular qualifying days

Flag work patterns that need a dated shift-level review.

Build the SSP absence ledger

Calendar days in this absenceQualifying work days per weekWeekly SSP rate for the selected year (£)Average weekly earnings (£)Lower Earnings Limit used (£)Weeks since the previous eligible periodWaiting days already served in the linked chainCompany sick pay already paid (£)A previous Period of Incapacity for Work existsEmployee returned and then relapsedIrregular qualifying-day pattern

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Qualifying sick days: 10 · waiting days: 3 · payable days: 7

Statutory due: £172.55 · company paid: £0.00 · possible shortfall: £172.55

Decision boundary

Use actual absence dates, qualifying work days and the relevant earnings period. This tool does not issue an SSP1 or replace the employer decision.

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