Question

A 50-year-old man has been off work with back pain for 3 days and requests a fit note from his GP to give to his employer. He has not been seen previously for this problem. What is the most appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

Explain that he can self-certify for up to 7 days and does not need a fit note yet.

Answer

Provide a fit note covering the 3 days off work.

Answer

Refuse to provide any documentation now or in the future.

Answer

Issue a fit note only if the employer telephones to confirm.

Answer

Backdate a fit note for the previous 3 months to help his sick pay claim.

Practice question

A 50-year-old man has been off work with back pain for 3 days and requests a fit note from his GP to give to his employer. He has not been seen previously for this problem. What is the most appropriate response?