1. This Part sets out when a member may be granted short periods of absence in particular circumstances. The grant of this kind of absence is at the discretion of the approver listed for the specific circumstances of the absence.

2. Short absence is different from other kinds of leave for these reasons.

   1. It is for short periods when a member is not required to attend for duty.

   2. It can only be granted for reasons specified under the relevant Divisions.

   3. It does not accrue and cannot be deferred for later use.

This Part includes the following Divisions.

Division 1 Short absence for rest and recovery

Division 2 Short absence for removal purposes

Division 2A Short absence when not required for duty

Division 3 Short absence - Infectious diseases

Division 4 Short absence - supervision of children

Division 5 Short absence - examination attendance

Division 6 Short absence - travel

Division 7 Short absence - pre-deployment

Division 8 Short absence - civilian court proceedings

Division 9 Short absence - command directed