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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?
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?
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?
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?
What happens if the limits for active actions in any step are exceeded, as per Rule #3?
Why is it important to document prior disciplinary actions according to the text?
Why is it important to document prior disciplinary actions according to the text?
What is the purpose of extending the active life-span of a Step 1 action when a Step 2 action is imposed?
What is the purpose of extending the active life-span of a Step 1 action when a Step 2 action is imposed?
What should a supervisor evaluate regarding an employee's actions?
What should a supervisor evaluate regarding an employee's actions?
How is a minor infraction usually described?
How is a minor infraction usually described?
What does the disciplinary algorithm focus on evaluating?
What does the disciplinary algorithm focus on evaluating?
What is the primary goal of utilizing the informal process in disciplinary actions?
What is the primary goal of utilizing the informal process in disciplinary actions?
What is the last step in the formal process of disciplinary actions?
What is the last step in the formal process of disciplinary actions?
How is a major infraction typically characterized?
How is a major infraction typically characterized?
What are the three important factors that the Disciplinary Algorithm requires the supervisor to consider?
What are the three important factors that the Disciplinary Algorithm requires the supervisor to consider?
Which factor is discussed as one of the most serious considerations for the supervisor?
Which factor is discussed as one of the most serious considerations for the supervisor?
What is the theory mentioned in relation to safety?
What is the theory mentioned in relation to safety?
What must supervisors determine regarding an employee's action?
What must supervisors determine regarding an employee's action?
What is one area where the Las Vegas Fire Department aims to provide a safe environment?
What is one area where the Las Vegas Fire Department aims to provide a safe environment?
Why should safety rules and policies be closely monitored?
Why should safety rules and policies be closely monitored?
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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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