30 Questions
In case of a dispute regarding a proposed rule or regulation, what procedure should be followed according to the Contract?
Submit it to the Local Government Employee-Management Relations Board.
When can a disputed rule be enforced according to the Contract?
During an emergency.
What is the responsibility of the City in regards to providing Fire Department Rules and Regulations to Bargaining Unit members?
Ensure all Bargaining Unit members receive a copy at each work location.
What format should all operational directives and materials relating to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) be issued in?
Indexed manual format with consecutively numbered pages.
Who should a dispute about whether a rule is a mandatory subject of bargaining be submitted to?
Local Government Employee-Management Relations Board.
When will the Fire Department SOP Manual be updated according to the Contract?
As required.
What change will occur with the $45 contribution previously made by the City for retiree medical benefits starting on September 1, 2016?
It will no longer be made and will be reflected as a base wage increase.
What effect is expected from transferring funds to the Employee Benefit Trust and managing them separately from the Health and Welfare Trust fund?
Reduced cost to the City of Las Vegas.
What concession made by the UNION offsets the value of union business leave?
Value represented in the reduced cost to the City.
What is excluded from this collective bargaining agreement according to the text?
All issues regarding the operation of the Employee Benefit Trust.
Who is responsible for making decisions regarding the operation and administration of the Employee Benefit Trust based on the information provided?
The Board of Trustees.
How will the discontinuation of the $45 contribution impact retirees' medical benefits?
It may result in a reduction in benefits.
Who is responsible for the costs of preparing their case, attorney fees, and witness fees in the arbitration process?
Both parties to the arbitration
What happens if the last day of a period computed in the grievance procedure falls on a Saturday?
The period runs until the following Monday
In which order should a written grievance be distributed by the aggrieved party?
Deputy Chief, Director of Human Resources, President of the Union, employee's copy
How can the time limits specified in the grievance procedure be extended?
By written agreement of the grievant or his/her representative and City’s authorized representatives
Who is responsible for sharing all costs for the arbitration services equally in case of a dispute?
Both parties to the arbitration
Which organization's voluntary labor arbitration rules are followed in resolving disputes under this Article?
American Arbitration Association
When is an employee required to submit a Certificate of Recovery and Fitness?
After taking sick leave for 3 consecutive days
What is the meaning of 'extensive' use of sick leave according to the text?
Using sick leave more than six times in a 12-month period
What is considered abuse of sick leave, based on the text?
Pursuit of personal business during sick leave
How much sick leave can 56-hour personnel who were hired before July 1, 2013, accumulate?
2,304 hours
What should employees do if they recover from illness during normal work hours?
Report to work
Who can require an employee to submit a Certificate of Recovery and Fitness due to extensive use of sick leave?
The Fire Chief or his/her designee
What is the responsibility of the examining physician towards the City and the employee?
Give their opinion on the employee's ability to perform work duties
In case of a difference of opinion between qualified physicians, what recourse is available to the employee?
Resolution in accordance with Civil Service Rules
What is the City's stance on providing light duty work to an injured employee?
The City may require the injured employee to be available for light duty work after release by a qualified physician
What entitlement do employees have when participating in USAR training or deployment under federal activation?
All healthcare benefits provided under the collective bargaining agreement
What is required of an employee who becomes sick or injured during USAR training or deployment?
Submit documentation for federal and state workers' compensation claims
Who appoints the qualified physician for an injured employee?
Either the City or the employee
Test your knowledge on the procedures for resolving disputes between the City and the Union regarding Fire Department Rules and Regulations, including arbitration and the role of the Local Government Employee-Management Relations Board.
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