Positive Discipline System

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What happens to the active life-span of a Step 1 disciplinary action if an employee receives a Step 2 disciplinary action?

It remains unchanged

It is extended by the life-span of the Step 2 (correct)

It restarts from the beginning

It is shortened

What is the purpose of the Positive Discipline program mentioned in the text?

To prevent repetitive disciplinary actions (correct)

To extend the active life-span of disciplinary actions

To implement informal actions only

To impose 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 (correct)

No more than 4 total

No more than 3 total

No more than 1 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 Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to document prior disciplinary actions according to the text?

To avoid repetitive disciplinary actions Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

How is a minor infraction usually described?

Temporary in nature and not severe Signup and view all the answers

What does the disciplinary algorithm focus on evaluating?

Safety, honesty, and negative impact on operations Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of utilizing the informal process in disciplinary actions?

To address minor infractions promptly and informally Signup and view all the answers

What is the last step in the formal process of disciplinary actions?

Step 49 Signup and view all the answers

How is a major infraction typically characterized?

Severe and long-lasting Signup and view all the answers

What are the three important factors that the Disciplinary Algorithm requires the supervisor to consider?

Safety, honesty, and impact on Fire Department operations Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is discussed as one of the most serious considerations for the supervisor?

Safety Signup and view all the answers

What is the theory mentioned in relation to safety?

Safety should be closely monitored Signup and view all the answers

What must supervisors determine regarding an employee's action?

Whether it results in a potential threat to safety of personnel Signup and view all the answers

What is one area where the Las Vegas Fire Department aims to provide a safe environment?

A working environment as safe as possible Signup and view all the answers

Why should safety rules and policies be closely monitored?

To ensure the safety of personnel Signup and view all the answers

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.

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