22 Questions
What is the responsibility of Fire Rescue personnel in case of discrimination or harassment?
To bring evidence to their immediate supervisor for investigation
What actions can an immediate supervisor take in response to discriminatory behavior?
Assure the inappropriate behavior is stopped
What should the immediate supervisor do if they have knowledge of discriminating practices?
Take immediate and effective action to address the problem
When should the immediate supervisor consult with the next level supervisor?
For developing a record of the discriminatory activity
What constitutes sexual harassment according to the text?
Unwelcome sexual advances or requests for sexual favors
When does sexual harassment occur according to the text?
When it unreasonably interferes with an individual’s work performance
Who can file a complaint of discrimination, sexual harassment, or retaliation?
Fire Rescue personnel
What is the responsibility of Fire Rescue personnel regarding discrimination, retaliation, or sexual harassment?
To bring evidence to Fire Rescue's attention
When must charges be filed with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or Palm Beach County’s Office of Equal Opportunity?
Within 300 days of the date of the violation
What may constitute sexual harassment under the policy?
Consenting relationship with a professional power differential
What is the consequence of retaliation or attempted retaliation according to the policy?
Subject to disciplinary action
What is the time limit for filing complaints with the Florida Commission on Human Relations?
365 days from the date of the discriminatory action
When should charges be filed with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or Palm Beach County’s Office of Equal Opportunity?
Within 300 days of the date of the violation
What constitutes sexual harassment under this policy?
Consenting relationships
What is the time limit for filing complaints with the Florida Commission on Human Relations?
Within 365 days from the date of the discriminatory action
What is the responsibility of Fire Rescue personnel regarding discrimination, retaliation, or sexual harassment?
To bring evidence of such discrimination, retaliation or sexual harassment to Fire Rescue’s attention
What may occur among co-workers or when a person in a position of power uses their authority to coerce or punish?
Sexual harassment
What is the responsibility of Fire Rescue personnel in case of discrimination, sexual harassment, or retaliation?
Bring evidence to their immediate supervisor for investigation
What actions can an immediate supervisor take in response to discriminatory behavior?
Assure the inappropriate behavior is stopped
When should the immediate supervisor consult with the next level supervisor?
For developing a record of discriminatory activity
Who should the immediate supervisor consult with for an investigation to determine if corrective or disciplinary action is warranted?
The Palm Beach County Fire Rescue Office of Internal Affairs
What is the consequence of retaliation or attempted retaliation according to the policy?
Immediate and effective action by supervisors
Take this quiz to test your knowledge of the responsibilities of Fire Rescue personnel in addressing discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation, and hostile work environments. Explore the role of supervisors in promptly investigating and taking appropriate action to eliminate discrimination in the workplace.
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