Press Release – OneStaff New Zealand workers in the industrial and trades sectors are hesitant to take sick leave, with around two out of five workers (38 percent) saying it is unlikely that they would take sick leave if they felt ill. A further third (34 percent) were unsure … Annual What’s My Rate? Report reveals attitudes amongst waged industrial sector workers on sick leave, mental health, and earnings New Zealand workers in the industrial and trades sectors are hesitant to take sick leave, with around two out of five workers (38 percent) saying it is unlikely that they would take sick leave if they felt ill. A further third (34 percent) were unsure if they would, while only 28 percent say it is likely for them to take sick leave.