(1) It is the policy of the state of Montana that leaves of absence due to disability shall be requested by the employee and approved or disapproved by the agency consistent with requirements of applicable rules and agency policy relating to the type of leave requested.

(2) Nothing in this policy guarantees the approval or granting of leave requested. The agency shall approve a reasonable leave of absence, as provided in this policy, when maternity leave is requested.

(3) It is the objective of this policy to establish minimum standards for leave requests and approval, medical certification and reinstatement when an employee is disabled.