Priority issues to track
- Point-based discipline even when Crewmember Leave or FMLA paperwork is on-file.
- Required “doctor revalidation” for consecutive sick calls outside federal regs.
- Extended investigations after Hep A or vaccination exemptions.
Immediate steps
- Track all points in SWALife/ETB and export CSVs before they change.
- Submit FMLA/FAMLI paperwork to both Sedgwick and TWU 556 leave desk; note the confirmation numbers.
- Call the Contract Action Center or FALDF intake before agreeing to Last-Chance Agreements.
Documents to save
- Sedgwick approval letters and call logs.
- TWU 556 grievance filings and arbitration dates.
- Any doctor revalidation requests or HIPAA releases Southwest demanded.
Helpful links
Reminder
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