Fire Department Employee Compensation Quiz
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What is the minimum percentage decrease in pay for a demoted employee?

  • 3%
  • 10%
  • 2%
  • 5% (correct)

    • What must a demoted employee do to be eligible for promotion again?

  • Remain in the same position for a year
  • Request a transfer to another department
  • Take and pass the promotional exam (correct)
  • Attend additional training sessions

    • How much is the monthly stipend for Fire Inspectors on standby duty?

  • $150
  • $75 (correct)
  • $50
  • $100

    • At what rate is overtime paid for hours worked beyond 144 hours in a 21-day work period?

    <p>One-and-one-half times the regular rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is longevity pay calculated?

    <p>Based on years of continuous service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of longevity pay is given after 15 years of service?

    <p>4%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following articles discusses the compensation for call-back pay?

    <p>Article 10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For how long is longevity pay disbursed?

    <p>Every two weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a condition for an employee on disability leave to receive benefits?

    <p>They may be required to perform light duty work.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action is required for outside employment while receiving Worker’s Compensation benefits?

    <p>Notification to the Fire Chief and Risk Management.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should carbon monoxide levels be assessed for a member with potentially serious medical issues?

    <p>As soon into the treatment as practicable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum continuous service requirement for an employee to be compensated for specific diseases?

    <p>One year.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might occur if light duty work is not available in the Fire Rescue Department?

    <p>Light duty work may be assigned in any other department.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical work schedule for employees assigned to light duty?

    <p>Five 8-hour days.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what time does the Wellness Program usually commence?

    <p>1600 hours.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions allows a member to have their carbon monoxide levels assessed of duty?

    <p>If they have responded to an emergency within the prior 24-hour period.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the incentive amount for achieving the Florida Fire Service Instructor II certification?

    <p>$550</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much will an employee earn every two weeks if they achieve the Florida Fire Officer IV certification?

    <p>$1,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which certification offers the highest financial incentive every two weeks?

    <p>Fire Officer IV</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the bi-weekly payment for achieving certification as Florida Urban Search and Rescue (FLUSAR)?

    <p>$550</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which certification yields an incentive of $900 every two weeks?

    <p>Fire Inspector III</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the incentive amount for achieving Fire Officer II certification?

    <p>$650</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For which of the following certifications is an employee eligible to receive $800 every two weeks?

    <p>Florida Fire Service Instructor III</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which certification provides an incentive of $34.62 every two weeks?

    <p>Fire Officer III</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the initial requirement for a grievance to be eligible for mediation?

    <p>Both parties must agree to mediation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many days does the supervisor have to respond to the Step One grievance?

    <p>Ten days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the grievance form?

    <p>To document and process grievances in an official manner.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is included in the definition of immediate family?

    <p>Employee's spouse, children, and grandchildren</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When must a Step Two grievance be presented to the Battalion Chief?

    <p>Within ten days of receiving Step One's response.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many working days of bereavement leave are granted for a death in immediate family within Florida?

    <p>Three working days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What additional documentation may be required for bereavement leave?

    <p>Documentation supporting approval after the employee returns to work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a grievant do if their grievance is rejected at Step Two?

    <p>Submit the grievance to the City Manager at Step Four.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum number of working days of bereavement leave granted for a death requiring travel over 250 miles?

    <p>Five working days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action must be taken within fifteen days after receiving a decision from the City Manager?

    <p>File for arbitration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following uniforms is provided without cost to the member?

    <p>Dress Uniform</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum timeframe for responding to grievances at the City Manager or designee level?

    <p>Twenty days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to a grievance if the Fire Chief does not respond within the specified timeframe?

    <p>It is automatically accepted.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is part of the daily uniform provided to members?

    <p>Short sleeve polo with Fire Rescue embroidery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what situation is a Class Action grievance initiated?

    <p>When multiple employees have similar grievances.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which item is NOT included in the dress uniform?

    <p>Personalized name badge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for arbitration to take place?

    <p>The grievance must have gone through all earlier steps.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of patch is included for paramedics in the dress uniform?

    <p>Paramedic patch excluded from long sleeve button shirts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the grievance resolution form require after a decision is given?

    <p>Signatures from the grievant, supervisor, and the Union Official.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which step of the grievance procedure must be presented first?

    <p>Step One</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the mediator according to the grievance procedure?

    <p>To assist in resolving the grievance prior to arbitration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the duration of the probationary period for new employees?

    <p>One year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many formal reviews will a new employee receive during their probationary period?

    <p>Three</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if an employee is terminated during the probationary period?

    <p>The termination is final and not subject to grievance procedures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long can the probationary period be extended at the discretion of the Fire Chief?

    <p>Six months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What benefits are probationary employees eligible for during their first six months?

    <p>Educational courses only</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the seniority standing of each employee in the Fire Rescue Department?

    <p>Length of service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors utilize seniority as defined in the Articles?

    <p>Vacation pick and other seniority matters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is true about vacation or sick leave payouts for terminated probationary employees?

    <p>They are not eligible for payout of accrued vacation time or sick leave</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Contract Summary

    • Document details a contract between the City of Tamarac and the Metro-Broward Professional Firefighters, Local 3080.
    • Effective October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2027.
    • The contract outlines various articles covering agreement, recognition, management rights, grievance procedure, arbitration, wages, overtime, and other employment conditions.

    Table of Contents

    • Lists the articles contained within the contract, providing a concise overview of its structure and topics.
    • Includes page numbers corresponding to each article's location in the document.

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    Test your knowledge about employee compensation policies in the fire department. This quiz covers topics such as pay decreases for demotion, eligibility for promotion, overtime rates, and longevity pay. Make sure you understand the requirements for benefits and compensation in emergency services.

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