Fire Department Rules and Regulations Dispute Resolution Quiz

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In case of a dispute regarding a proposed rule or regulation, what procedure should be followed according to the Contract?

Implement the rule immediately.

Ignore the dispute.

Submit it to the Local Government Employee-Management Relations Board. (correct)

Refer it to the City directly.

When can a disputed rule be enforced according to the Contract?

After settlement of the dispute.

During an emergency. (correct)

Regardless of settlement or arbitration.

Before arbitration.

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. (correct)

Update the rules quarterly.

Provide it only if requested by the Union.

Share it with City employees only.

What format should all operational directives and materials relating to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) be issued in?

Indexed manual format with consecutively numbered pages. Signup and view all the answers

Who should a dispute about whether a rule is a mandatory subject of bargaining be submitted to?

Local Government Employee-Management Relations Board. Signup and view all the answers

When will the Fire Department SOP Manual be updated according to the Contract?

As required. Signup and view all the answers

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. Signup and view all the answers

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. Signup and view all the answers

What concession made by the UNION offsets the value of union business leave?

Value represented in the reduced cost to the City. Signup and view all the answers

What is excluded from this collective bargaining agreement according to the text?

All issues regarding the operation of the Employee Benefit Trust. Signup and view all the answers

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. Signup and view all the answers

How will the discontinuation of the $45 contribution impact retirees' medical benefits?

It may result in a reduction in benefits. Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for the costs of preparing their case, attorney fees, and witness fees in the arbitration process?

Both parties to the arbitration Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for sharing all costs for the arbitration services equally in case of a dispute?

Both parties to the arbitration Signup and view all the answers

Which organization's voluntary labor arbitration rules are followed in resolving disputes under this Article?

American Arbitration Association Signup and view all the answers

When is an employee required to submit a Certificate of Recovery and Fitness?

After taking sick leave for 3 consecutive days Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

What is considered abuse of sick leave, based on the text?

Pursuit of personal business during sick leave Signup and view all the answers

How much sick leave can 56-hour personnel who were hired before July 1, 2013, accumulate?

2,304 hours Signup and view all the answers

What should employees do if they recover from illness during normal work hours?

Report to work Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

In case of a difference of opinion between qualified physicians, what recourse is available to the employee?

Resolution in accordance with Civil Service Rules Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

What entitlement do employees have when participating in USAR training or deployment under federal activation?

All healthcare benefits provided under the collective bargaining agreement Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

Who appoints the qualified physician for an injured employee?

Either the City or the employee Signup and view all the answers