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Who has the authority to request physical examinations within the Bureau?
Who has the authority to request physical examinations within the Bureau?
What is one primary purpose of counseling in a leadership context?
What is one primary purpose of counseling in a leadership context?
Which of the following best describes good performance counseling?
Which of the following best describes good performance counseling?
Which action is NOT typically part of good performance counseling?
Which action is NOT typically part of good performance counseling?
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What is necessary for documenting good performance counseling?
What is necessary for documenting good performance counseling?
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Study Notes
Physical Examinations
- Physical exams are conducted according to the Division of Fire regulations and the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
- Bureau Heads can request physical exams for specific needs, subject to the Chief's approval.
Employee Counseling
- Counseling is a key leadership tool, focused on influencing behavior and attitude.
- Immediate supervisors are responsible for regular counseling sessions.
Good Performance Counseling
- Counseling should not be used only for performance issues; it is important to acknowledge good performance.
- Good performance counseling should be specific and highlight noteworthy actions.
- Recognizing good work builds employee motivation.
- Good performance counseling can range from informal praise to formal recognition, such as letters of commendation or award recommendations.
Corrective Performance Counseling
- Supervise employees who have performance issues.
- Provide counseling on performance issues.
- Provide regular performance evaluations.
- Document corrective performance counseling.
- Progressive discipline may be necessary to improve performance.
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Description
This quiz covers the essential aspects of employee counseling and performance management in a workplace setting. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing good performance and the process of corrective counseling for underperforming employees. Understand the key responsibilities of supervisors and the impact on employee motivation.
