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What action must an employee take upon receiving notification of their Light Duty status?
What action must an employee take upon receiving notification of their Light Duty status?
- Attend a training class within 24 hours.
- Report to the Chief of Health and Safety immediately.
- Contact their assigned Light Duty Supervisor.
- Deliver the Record of Visit and Request for Treatment form to Headquarters for proper documentation (correct)
Who ultimately determines the assignment of an employee to light duty work?
Who ultimately determines the assignment of an employee to light duty work?
- The employee themselves.
- The Section/Division Supervisor.
- The City Physician.
- The Chief of Health and Safety or their designee. (correct)
What must be approved by the City Physician during an employee's light duty assignment?
What must be approved by the City Physician during an employee's light duty assignment?
- The length of the light duty assignment.
- The employee's work schedule.
- The employee's sick leave requirements.
- Any fitness programs the employee participates in. (correct)
What happens if an employee misses a scheduled evaluation while on light duty?
What happens if an employee misses a scheduled evaluation while on light duty?
How should employees on light duty report sick or vacation leave?
How should employees on light duty report sick or vacation leave?
What uniform requirement exists for employees on light duty?
What uniform requirement exists for employees on light duty?
Which of the following actions is not permitted for employees while on light duty?
Which of the following actions is not permitted for employees while on light duty?
What is required when an employee is assigned light duty?
What is required when an employee is assigned light duty?
What is the primary responsibility of supervisors regarding employees on light duty status?
What is the primary responsibility of supervisors regarding employees on light duty status?
Under what condition might an employee face disciplinary action regarding light duty work?
Under what condition might an employee face disciplinary action regarding light duty work?
Which of the following statements about light duty assignments is false?
Which of the following statements about light duty assignments is false?
What is a requirement for employees regarding follow-up visits during light duty?
What is a requirement for employees regarding follow-up visits during light duty?
What is one of the reasons the City will consider placing an employee in a light duty assignment?
What is one of the reasons the City will consider placing an employee in a light duty assignment?
What must employees provide to the City Physician to ensure medical coordination?
What must employees provide to the City Physician to ensure medical coordination?
Which of the following is NOT a consequence of refusing a modified duty assignment?
Which of the following is NOT a consequence of refusing a modified duty assignment?
What is a potential benefit of assigning employees light duty work?
What is a potential benefit of assigning employees light duty work?
What must be included in personal blogs to clarify the author's position?
What must be included in personal blogs to clarify the author's position?
What is a consequence of excessive use of social media while on duty?
What is a consequence of excessive use of social media while on duty?
How often must employees on light duty over thirty days update their status?
How often must employees on light duty over thirty days update their status?
What must be done before an employee returns to unrestricted full duty?
What must be done before an employee returns to unrestricted full duty?
What should employees be aware of concerning their online actions?
What should employees be aware of concerning their online actions?
Which of the following statements about the use of Tulsa Fire Department logos is correct?
Which of the following statements about the use of Tulsa Fire Department logos is correct?
What is the main purpose of the Confidentiality for Emergency Incidents Policy?
What is the main purpose of the Confidentiality for Emergency Incidents Policy?
What type of content should employees avoid posting on social media?
What type of content should employees avoid posting on social media?
What is the primary purpose of placing an employee on light duty?
What is the primary purpose of placing an employee on light duty?
Who must approve light duty assignments?
Who must approve light duty assignments?
Under what condition can employees on sick leave be assigned to light duty?
Under what condition can employees on sick leave be assigned to light duty?
What is the effect of a temporary modified duty assignment on an employee's pay?
What is the effect of a temporary modified duty assignment on an employee's pay?
What is required when there is conflicting medical information regarding an employee's fitness for light duty?
What is required when there is conflicting medical information regarding an employee's fitness for light duty?
What does the term 'light duty' specifically refer to?
What does the term 'light duty' specifically refer to?
Which of the following statements is true about light duty assignments?
Which of the following statements is true about light duty assignments?
What is one of the responsibilities of the Chief of Health and Safety concerning light duty?
What is one of the responsibilities of the Chief of Health and Safety concerning light duty?
Who is permitted to view a patient's medical record within the Fire Department's guidelines?
Who is permitted to view a patient's medical record within the Fire Department's guidelines?
What is the time frame for an employee to complete the RFEO certification process after attending the RFEO School?
What is the time frame for an employee to complete the RFEO certification process after attending the RFEO School?
What happens if an employee does not complete the RFEO certification process within the initial 90-day period?
What happens if an employee does not complete the RFEO certification process within the initial 90-day period?
Which of the following must occur for a patient’s medical information to be disclosed to a third party?
Which of the following must occur for a patient’s medical information to be disclosed to a third party?
What is required for FD-01 employees to receive an S.P.I. increase related to Relief Driver Certification?
What is required for FD-01 employees to receive an S.P.I. increase related to Relief Driver Certification?
What must all TFD personnel do concerning patient care information?
What must all TFD personnel do concerning patient care information?
When do employees start their time in grade as a RFEO after completing the certification process?
When do employees start their time in grade as a RFEO after completing the certification process?
What must an employee receive before discussing patient specifics with the media?
What must an employee receive before discussing patient specifics with the media?
The office of the city _____ maintains an ethics hotline for ethics concerns. If you wish to make a report to the hotline call 1-877-888-____ toll free or visit www. Tnwinc.com/web report
The office of the city _____ maintains an ethics hotline for ethics concerns. If you wish to make a report to the hotline call 1-877-888-____ toll free or visit www. Tnwinc.com/web report
Light duty allowed for members while on sick leave is contingent upon the members ____ and the approval of the _____
Light duty allowed for members while on sick leave is contingent upon the members ____ and the approval of the _____
Who must approve all light duty assignments?
Who must approve all light duty assignments?
The employee shall deliver the ____ of visit and ____ for treatment form to headquarters’s for proper documentation
The employee shall deliver the ____ of visit and ____ for treatment form to headquarters’s for proper documentation
Employees _____ slip will be taken to the members supervisor for delivery to headquarters
Employees _____ slip will be taken to the members supervisor for delivery to headquarters
Info published on your blog should comply with the Tulsa fire departments ______ policy
Info published on your blog should comply with the Tulsa fire departments ______ policy
AOP 246 Relief driver certification guidelines are Effective for all firefighters hired October 1, ______ and after
AOP 246 Relief driver certification guidelines are Effective for all firefighters hired October 1, ______ and after
FD-01 employees assigned to field ops shall be eligible for an SPI increase for relief driver cert in accordance with article __ of the contract
FD-01 employees assigned to field ops shall be eligible for an SPI increase for relief driver cert in accordance with article __ of the contract
FD-01 employees assigned to field ops shall be eligible for an SPI increase for relief driver certification in accordance with article __
FD-01 employees assigned to field ops shall be eligible for an SPI increase for relief driver certification in accordance with article __
According to article __ of the CBA on the date of success completion of the RFEO certification process the employee will be entitled to to RFEO pay benefits
According to article __ of the CBA on the date of success completion of the RFEO certification process the employee will be entitled to to RFEO pay benefits
242.6 service to or employment by the city of Tulsa is a public trust, requiring all city officials to accept ____ of ____ and adherence to federal and state laws, as well as the ____ of the city of Tulsa, its ordinances and duly adopted policies
242.6 service to or employment by the city of Tulsa is a public trust, requiring all city officials to accept ____ of ____ and adherence to federal and state laws, as well as the ____ of the city of Tulsa, its ordinances and duly adopted policies
Flashcards
Light Duty Assignment
Light Duty Assignment
Temporary work assignment for employees with temporary disabilities, allowing them to recover without permanent job loss.
Restricted Duty
Restricted Duty
Work assignment with modified duties due to injury or illness.
Sick Leave Light Duty
Sick Leave Light Duty
Light duty work possible while on sick leave, requires approval.
City Physician Approval
City Physician Approval
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Health & Safety Chief
Health & Safety Chief
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Supervisor's Role
Supervisor's Role
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30-day Medical Follow-up
30-day Medical Follow-up
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Non-Compliance Penalty
Non-Compliance Penalty
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Light Duty Considerations
Light Duty Considerations
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Productive Work/Training
Productive Work/Training
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Referral Process
Referral Process
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Immediate Reporting
Immediate Reporting
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Supervisor Accommodation
Supervisor Accommodation
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Independent Views (Blogs)
Independent Views (Blogs)
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Confidentiality Policy
Confidentiality Policy
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30+ Day Light Duty Updates
30+ Day Light Duty Updates
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Return to Unrestricted Duty
Return to Unrestricted Duty
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Relief Driver Certification
Relief Driver Certification
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S.P.I. Increase
S.P.I. Increase
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RFEO School
RFEO School
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Written Exam
Written Exam
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90-day Completion Deadline
90-day Completion Deadline
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Social Networking Policy
Social Networking Policy
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Confidentiality of Emergency Incidents
Confidentiality of Emergency Incidents
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Study Notes
Light Duty and City Medical Notification Policy
- The policy outlines conditions for placing employees on restricted or light duty due to temporary disabilities from duty-related injuries or illnesses.
- Light Duty assignments aid in employee rehabilitation without loss of pay or permanent position changes.
- Applies to full-time employees with temporary disabilities that limit job duties.
- Light Duty for employees on Sick Leave depends on a request and Fire Chief’s approval.
- City Physician must approve all Light Duty assignments; consulting a third physician may be necessary in case of conflicting medical opinions.
- The Chief of Health and Safety monitors Light Duty requests and employee progress towards returning to full duty.
- Supervisors must ensure employees understand work modifications and maintain communication regarding sick leave usage.
- Employees on Light Duty are required to report to City Medical every 30 days for follow-ups.
- There is no guarantee of Light Duty work; assignments can occur in any fire department division.
Non-Compliance (Line of Duty)
- Refusal or failure to comply with Light Duty assignments may lead to suspension of benefits or disciplinary action, including termination.
Physical Conditions for Light Duty
- Consideration for Light Duty includes assisting recovery, conserving resources, and avoiding positions that could worsen injuries.
- Employees may engage in productive work or training while awaiting medical procedures.
Procedures for Light Duty Assignments
- Employees capable of Light Duty work get referred by the City Physician to the Chief of Health and Safety.
- The employee must report to Headquarters promptly when notified of their change in work status.
- Assigned supervisors help accommodate the employee’s physical restrictions and monitor compliance with medical evaluations.
Social Networking Policy
- Personal blogs must clarify that views expressed are not representative of the Tulsa Fire Department.
- Published information should adhere to the department's confidentiality policies and be respectful.
- Employees’ online activities should not interfere with work commitments; excessive social media use is discouraged during duty.
- Use of department logos or trademarks for personal gain or negative portrayal is prohibited.
Confidentiality for Emergency Incidents Policy
- Emphasizes the responsibility to maintain patient confidentiality concerning treatment and sensitive information from fire scene investigations.
Employee Light Duty Procedures
- Employees on Light Duty over 30 days must regularly update their District Chief/Section Chief of their status.
- Clearance from the City Physician is necessary before returning to unrestricted duty.
Relief Driver Certification
- Applies to firefighters hired after October 1, 2010, in field operations.
- Eligible employees can earn an S.P.I. increase for Relief Driver Certification (RFEO).
- Students must complete RFEO School within six months and pass a written exam.
- Certification must be completed within 90 days; successful completion allows for RFEO pay and benefits to be retroactive.
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This quiz covers the Light Duty and City Medical Notification Policy for the Tulsa Fire Department. It aims to clarify the conditions for placing employees on restricted duty and provide guidance on consistent policy administration. Understanding this policy is crucial for effective management and employee rehabilitation.
