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What is the maximum compensation a bargaining unit member can receive for damaged or lost personal property per calendar year?
What is the maximum compensation a bargaining unit member can receive for damaged or lost personal property per calendar year?
- $750.00
- $250.00
- $1,000.00
- $500.00 (correct)
What is the condition for the Sheriff to repair or replace a bargaining unit member's damaged, destroyed, or lost personal property?
What is the condition for the Sheriff to repair or replace a bargaining unit member's damaged, destroyed, or lost personal property?
- The bargaining unit member must submit a written memorandum within 24 hours of the incident.
- The District/Division commander must approve the request prior to disbursement.
- The bargaining unit member must provide proof of purchase.
- All of the above. (correct)
What accessories will BSO provide replacement for a bargaining unit member's use?
What accessories will BSO provide replacement for a bargaining unit member's use?
- Accessories are not provided.
- Nylon accessories only
- Leather accessories only
- Leather and nylon accessories (correct)
Who is responsible for damaged flashlights or replacement parts due to normal wear?
Who is responsible for damaged flashlights or replacement parts due to normal wear?
Which types of footwear are acceptable for bargaining unit members while on duty in uniform?
Which types of footwear are acceptable for bargaining unit members while on duty in uniform?
Who will serve as representatives to the Uniform Committee?
Who will serve as representatives to the Uniform Committee?
Who must meet the definition of 'normal retirement date' as defined by FRS for retirement insurance discount eligibility determination?
Who must meet the definition of 'normal retirement date' as defined by FRS for retirement insurance discount eligibility determination?
Which bargaining unit members are eligible for the 2% retirement discount program?
Which bargaining unit members are eligible for the 2% retirement discount program?
What is the maximum percentage of the total health insurance premium cost that a retiring bargaining unit member can receive for each year of creditable service?
What is the maximum percentage of the total health insurance premium cost that a retiring bargaining unit member can receive for each year of creditable service?
What is the definition of 'good standing' in relation to retirement benefits?
What is the definition of 'good standing' in relation to retirement benefits?
Who is eligible to remain in the Broward Sheriff's Office health care plan after retirement?
Who is eligible to remain in the Broward Sheriff's Office health care plan after retirement?
How often is the clothing allowance paid to active bargaining unit members?
How often is the clothing allowance paid to active bargaining unit members?
Which assignments are eligible for the clothing allowance?
Which assignments are eligible for the clothing allowance?
In the event of a bargaining unit member's death in the line of duty, how much will be deducted from dues paying members' payroll?
In the event of a bargaining unit member's death in the line of duty, how much will be deducted from dues paying members' payroll?
Who is eligible for bereavement leave according to the text?
Who is eligible for bereavement leave according to the text?
How many light duty positions will be available for bargaining unit members?
How many light duty positions will be available for bargaining unit members?
If a bargaining unit member refuses a light duty assignment authorized by their physician, what will be the consequence?
If a bargaining unit member refuses a light duty assignment authorized by their physician, what will be the consequence?
Under what circumstances can a bargaining unit member return to work in a light duty status after an off-duty injury or illness?
Under what circumstances can a bargaining unit member return to work in a light duty status after an off-duty injury or illness?
If a bargaining unit member is on light duty status, are they allowed to drive a marked BSO vehicle?
If a bargaining unit member is on light duty status, are they allowed to drive a marked BSO vehicle?
When will bargaining unit members become eligible to receive the RHSP benefit?
When will bargaining unit members become eligible to receive the RHSP benefit?
What is the contribution for employees entering the bargaining unit after January 1?
What is the contribution for employees entering the bargaining unit after January 1?
What actions can BSO take in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?
What actions can BSO take in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?
When do salary changes take effect for bargaining unit members?
When do salary changes take effect for bargaining unit members?
Who is eligible to receive a monthly stipend equal to the premium amount paid by the Sheriff at the time of retirement from BSO?
Who is eligible to receive a monthly stipend equal to the premium amount paid by the Sheriff at the time of retirement from BSO?
What determines the level of coverage for the monthly stipend at retirement?
What determines the level of coverage for the monthly stipend at retirement?
When can employees elect to receive a monthly stipend instead of participating in the BSO Group Health Insurance Plan?
When can employees elect to receive a monthly stipend instead of participating in the BSO Group Health Insurance Plan?
Who is eligible to participate in the BSO established retirement health savings plan (RHSP)?
Who is eligible to participate in the BSO established retirement health savings plan (RHSP)?
When will a three percent or greater salary range adjustment for all IUPA 6020 bargaining unit members preclude a reopener of this article?
When will a three percent or greater salary range adjustment for all IUPA 6020 bargaining unit members preclude a reopener of this article?
When will bargaining unit members on Step 9 be eligible to move to Step 10?
When will bargaining unit members on Step 9 be eligible to move to Step 10?
When will bargaining unit members receive an increase in their base pay of five percent (5%)?
When will bargaining unit members receive an increase in their base pay of five percent (5%)?
When will the Sheriff provide and pay full premiums for the clothing allowance?
When will the Sheriff provide and pay full premiums for the clothing allowance?
What is the maximum compensation a bargaining unit member can receive for damaged or lost personal property per calendar year?
What is the maximum compensation a bargaining unit member can receive for damaged or lost personal property per calendar year?
When will bargaining unit members become eligible to receive the RHSP benefit?
When will bargaining unit members become eligible to receive the RHSP benefit?
What will happen to firearms seized as evidence in a deputy involved shooting?
What will happen to firearms seized as evidence in a deputy involved shooting?
Who is responsible for damaged leather/nylon goods?
Who is responsible for damaged leather/nylon goods?
Which types of footwear are NOT acceptable for special occasions requiring Class A uniforms?
Which types of footwear are NOT acceptable for special occasions requiring Class A uniforms?
Who will serve as testers to try out and evaluate new uniforms before any final decision is made?
Who will serve as testers to try out and evaluate new uniforms before any final decision is made?
Who will make the final decision on recommendations for improvements of uniforms and other equipment?
Who will make the final decision on recommendations for improvements of uniforms and other equipment?
Which bargaining unit members are eligible for the 2% retirement discount program?
Which bargaining unit members are eligible for the 2% retirement discount program?
Who is eligible to remain in the Broward Sheriff’s Office health care plan after retirement?
Who is eligible to remain in the Broward Sheriff’s Office health care plan after retirement?
What is the maximum percentage of the total health insurance premium cost that a retiring bargaining unit member can receive for each year of creditable service?
What is the maximum percentage of the total health insurance premium cost that a retiring bargaining unit member can receive for each year of creditable service?
What is the time limit for a retiring bargaining unit member to draw retirement compensations after the last day of employment?
What is the time limit for a retiring bargaining unit member to draw retirement compensations after the last day of employment?
Which bargaining unit members are eligible to participate in the BSO established retirement health savings plan (RHSP)?
Which bargaining unit members are eligible to participate in the BSO established retirement health savings plan (RHSP)?
What is the maximum percentage of the total health insurance premium cost that a retiring bargaining unit member can receive for each year of creditable service?
What is the maximum percentage of the total health insurance premium cost that a retiring bargaining unit member can receive for each year of creditable service?
When will the stipend for retiring bargaining unit members cease?
When will the stipend for retiring bargaining unit members cease?
Can bargaining unit members who elected the monthly stipend re-enroll in the BSO Group Health Insurance at a future date?
Can bargaining unit members who elected the monthly stipend re-enroll in the BSO Group Health Insurance at a future date?
How many light duty positions will be available for bargaining unit members?
How many light duty positions will be available for bargaining unit members?
If a bargaining unit member incurs an off-duty injury or illness, how long may they be allowed to return to work in a light duty status?
If a bargaining unit member incurs an off-duty injury or illness, how long may they be allowed to return to work in a light duty status?
If a bargaining unit member is on light duty status, are they allowed to drive a marked BSO vehicle?
If a bargaining unit member is on light duty status, are they allowed to drive a marked BSO vehicle?
What will be the consequence if a bargaining unit member refuses a light duty assignment authorized by their physician?
What will be the consequence if a bargaining unit member refuses a light duty assignment authorized by their physician?
Which fiscal year will a three percent or greater salary range adjustment for all IUPA 6020 bargaining unit members preclude a reopener of this article?
Which fiscal year will a three percent or greater salary range adjustment for all IUPA 6020 bargaining unit members preclude a reopener of this article?
When will bargaining unit members on Step 9 be eligible to move to Step 10?
When will bargaining unit members on Step 9 be eligible to move to Step 10?
When will an additional two percent (2%) longevity salary step (Step 10) be added to the pay plan?
When will an additional two percent (2%) longevity salary step (Step 10) be added to the pay plan?
When will bargaining unit members receive an increase in their base pay of five percent (5%)?
When will bargaining unit members receive an increase in their base pay of five percent (5%)?
Which assignments are eligible for the clothing allowance?
Which assignments are eligible for the clothing allowance?
Who is eligible for bereavement leave according to the text?
Who is eligible for bereavement leave according to the text?
How many days of bereavement leave are bargaining unit members granted in the event of the death of their spouse?
How many days of bereavement leave are bargaining unit members granted in the event of the death of their spouse?
If the funeral and/or burial of a bargaining unit member's family member occurs outside the State of Florida, how many additional days of bereavement leave are granted?
If the funeral and/or burial of a bargaining unit member's family member occurs outside the State of Florida, how many additional days of bereavement leave are granted?
Which pay period will the Sheriff provide all bargaining unit members with a pay increase of one percent (1%) of their base salary?
Which pay period will the Sheriff provide all bargaining unit members with a pay increase of one percent (1%) of their base salary?
When will bargaining unit members hired or transitioned to BSO on or after October 1, 2007, become eligible to receive the RHSP benefit?
When will bargaining unit members hired or transitioned to BSO on or after October 1, 2007, become eligible to receive the RHSP benefit?
Under what circumstances can BSO take actions in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) without disclosure to the IUPA or any affected bargaining unit member?
Under what circumstances can BSO take actions in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) without disclosure to the IUPA or any affected bargaining unit member?
What determines the effective date of salary changes for bargaining unit members?
What determines the effective date of salary changes for bargaining unit members?
