Accrual vs Frontloading: Two Ways to Grant Sick Leave
Accrual is the default: employees earn leave as they work. Frontloading grants the annual maximum at hire (or year start). Frontloading simplifies tracking but can over-grant to short-tenure staff.
Some laws specifically permit frontloading as an alternative to carryover. Check the state’s rule in the matrix.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is frontloading allowed instead of accrual?
In many states yes, and it can substitute for carryover — but verify the specific state provision.