This template is a policy that governs employee leave under California's Civil Air Patrol Employment Protection Act (Cal. Lab. Code § 1501). It contains practical guidance, drafting notes, and an optional clause. This template is intended for private employers. Employers may include this policy in an employee handbook or distribute it as a standalone policy. This template is based on California law. For a non-jurisdictional employee handbook, see Employee Handbook. For an employee handbook supplement for California employers containing customized workplace policies based on California state and local laws, see Employee Handbook Supplement (CA). For a full listing of key content covering leaves for employees, see Leaves for Employees Resource Kit. For a full listing of key content covering employee handbook considerations, see Employee Handbook Resource Kit. For information on military leave laws in California, see Leave Law (CA) — Military Leave. For a California military leave policy ...