Bridgeport Fire Department SOP #003

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According to the Bridgeport Fire Department Standard Operating Procedures, what is the purpose of the policy on sexual harassment/discrimination?

To investigate and document all complaints of sexual harassment/discrimination
To create a work environment free from all forms of discrimination (correct)
To ensure that all employees are familiar with the policy
To lower morale and damage the work environment

Who is responsible for ensuring that all members on their particular shift review the policy on sexual harassment/discrimination?

All fire department personnel
Executive Officer
Battalion Chief
First line supervisors (correct)

What action will the Bridgeport Fire Department take regarding sexual harassment/discrimination?

Ignore it unless it is reported by multiple employees
Treat it like any other form of employee misconduct (correct)
Tolerate it as long as it doesn't lower morale
Enforce a zero tolerance policy only for third party complaints

According to the text, what is considered inappropriate behavior in the workplace?

Not appropriate (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what actions are considered sexual harassment/discrimination?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what are the consequences of false accusations of sexual harassment/discrimination?

Severe disciplinary action (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, where can an employee report a complaint of sexual harassment/discrimination if they are intimidated to do so through channels?

To the Executive Officer of the department (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true about the Bridgeport Fire Department's policy on sexual harassment/discrimination?

The policy applies to all employees, regardless of gender. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of first line supervisors or any supervisor in regards to complaints of sexual harassment/discrimination?

They must immediately investigate and document all complaints. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What action should supervisors take in regards to ensuring that all members on their particular shift review the policy on sexual harassment/discrimination?

Supervisors should ensure that members review the policy by January 31st of each year. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an example of inappropriate behavior according to the text?

Acceptable (A) Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the basis of employment conditions affecting an employee who is sexually harassed/discriminated against?

Rejection of such conduct (C) Signup and view all the answers

What action will the Bridgeport Fire Department take regarding false accusations of sexual harassment/discrimination?

The same severe disciplinary action as one found guilty (B) Signup and view all the answers

Where can an employee report a complaint of sexual harassment/discrimination if they are intimidated to do so through channels?

To the Executive Officer of the department (C) Signup and view all the answers

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