18 Questions
What happens to the active life-span of a Step 1 disciplinary action if an employee receives a Step 2 disciplinary action?
It is extended by the life-span of the Step 2
What is the purpose of the Positive Discipline program mentioned in the text?
To prevent repetitive disciplinary actions
According to Rule #3, how many Step 3 formal actions are allowed to be active at a given time?
No more than 2 total
What happens if the limits for active actions in any step are exceeded, as per Rule #3?
The action must move to the next step
Why is it important to document prior disciplinary actions according to the text?
To avoid repetitive disciplinary actions
What is the purpose of extending the active life-span of a Step 1 action when a Step 2 action is imposed?
To ensure documentation continuity
What should a supervisor evaluate regarding an employee's actions?
Impact on department operations, causing loss of money, time, or serious liability exposure, and bringing negative attention to the department
How is a minor infraction usually described?
Temporary in nature and not severe
What does the disciplinary algorithm focus on evaluating?
Safety, honesty, and negative impact on operations
What is the primary goal of utilizing the informal process in disciplinary actions?
To address minor infractions promptly and informally
What is the last step in the formal process of disciplinary actions?
Step 49
How is a major infraction typically characterized?
Severe and long-lasting
What are the three important factors that the Disciplinary Algorithm requires the supervisor to consider?
Safety, honesty, and impact on Fire Department operations
Which factor is discussed as one of the most serious considerations for the supervisor?
Safety
What is the theory mentioned in relation to safety?
Safety should be closely monitored
What must supervisors determine regarding an employee's action?
Whether it results in a potential threat to safety of personnel
What is one area where the Las Vegas Fire Department aims to provide a safe environment?
A working environment as safe as possible
Why should safety rules and policies be closely monitored?
To ensure the safety of personnel
Study Notes
Disciplinary Action Policy
- The policy ensures that documentation of prior disciplinary actions is not lost and is used as a basis for more progressive disciplinary action.
Progressive Discipline
- The Positive Discipline program aims to prevent repetitive disciplinary action, which is counterproductive for both the employee and the Fire Department.
- The program is structured to impose progressively more serious discipline when necessary.
Rule #3: Limit on Active Actions
- The total number of active actions in any step is limited:
- Informal Actions: Counseling - no more than 1 in each category
- Formal Actions:
- Step 1: no more than 2 total
- Step 2: no more than 2 total
- Step 3: no more than 2 total
- Step 4: no more than 1 total
Evaluating Infractions
- Supervisors must evaluate the following:
- Did the employee’s actions have a negative impact on department operations?
- Did the employee’s actions cause the department loss of time, money, or serious liability exposure?
- Does the action bring negative attention to the department?
Disciplinary Algorithm
- The algorithm considers three factors:
- Safety
- Honesty
- Negative impact on operations
- The algorithm determines the severity of the infraction:
- Minor (not severe, temporary in nature)
- Major (severe, long-lasting in nature)
Disciplinary Action Steps
- There are four progressive steps of disciplinary action in the Formal Process:
- Step 1
- Step 2
- Step 3
- Step 4
- The final level of disciplinary action is governed by the disciplinary program software.
Test your knowledge on the extension of prior disciplinary actions in case of further offenses. Understand the concept of extending the active life-span of disciplinary actions based on specific scenarios.
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