Article 45 ( Section 6) Sick Leave
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What are the two major approaches incorporated to minimize sick leave usage?

  • Disincentive and incentive approaches (correct)
  • Mandatory attendance training
  • Penalty and reward systems
  • Education and awareness campaigns

    • What is the maximum number of hours an employee can bank in their reserve vacation bank?

  • 120 hours (correct)
  • 60 hours
  • 90 hours
  • 150 hours

    • Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an effect of sick leave use on Fire Rescue?

  • Reduction in service levels
  • Increased operational costs (correct)
  • Safety of other employees
  • Workload of other employees

    • What happens to an employee’s reserve vacation bank upon separation from the County?

    <p>It is forfeited</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what condition can a deceased Fire-Rescue employee’s Reserve Vacation Bank hours be paid out?

    <p>If the death occurred while on duty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of emphasizing dependability and reliability regarding employee attendance?

    <p>To maintain operational efficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of sick leave usage is the policy primarily concerned with limiting?

    <p>Non-bona fide circumstances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of excessive sick leave use on Fire Rescue operations?

    <p>Workload distribution imbalance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum number of hours that can be allocated to the reserve bank by an employee?

    <p>120 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How soon before the start of their shift must an employee notify the Department if they are sick?

    <p>Thirty minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum increment for which sick leave is awarded?

    <p>Quarter hour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has the authority to send an employee home if deemed too ill to work?

    <p>The first Non-Bargaining Unit Supervisor above the immediate Supervisor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must an employee submit upon returning to work after sick leave?

    <p>An electronic employee leave request form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action may be taken if an employee's sick leave request is inconsistent with the Article?

    <p>The employee's sick leave may be denied</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which committee is responsible for monitoring sick leave use and identifying trends?

    <p>The Wellness Steering Committee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What will happen if an employee fails to notify the FOO before returning to work after calling in sick?

    <p>They will not receive their station assignment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the sick leave allotment for permanent twenty-four (24) hour shift employees annually?

    <p>120 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an employee takes an extended leave, how much will they be compensated starting from the sixth consecutive shift of absence?

    <p>85% of their current salary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if a non-twenty-four hour shift employee takes a leave of absence without pay?

    <p>Their sick leave is prorated based on their hours worked.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum number of hours an employee can be compensated for sick leave in a twelve-month period without requesting extended leave?

    <p>120 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long must an employee return to full duty before becoming eligible for new extended leave compensation?

    <p>6 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the period of extended leave, what salary percentage is awarded after three months?

    <p>65%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Employees on extended leave must use a portion of their new sick leave allotment if they are still on leave at the time of a new allotment. How many hours must they use?

    <p>48 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can employees use to supplement unpaid portions of their extended leave?

    <p>Reserve vacation time and/or vacation time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for an employee to use their main vacation account to supplement sick leave?

    <p>A waiver granted by the Fire Rescue Administrator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total maximum duration an employee may have for consecutive leaves due to illness or injury?

    <p>18 months at maximum for combined leaves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the eligibility criterion for probationary employees to start receiving sick leave?

    <p>Eligible after six months.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How frequently must an employee on extended leave provide updated assessments from their treating physician if restrictions last more than thirty days?

    <p>Every thirty days.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following leaves is limited to six months in an eighteen-month period?

    <p>Family care leave.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of pay is an employee eligible for while on approved extended family care leave?

    <p>65% of pay.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an employee is on extended leave for hospitalization of a family member, how long is this leave limited to?

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

    What must an employee do if the restrictions preventing their return to work are lifted?

    <p>Return to work or a light duty assignment offered.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following can be used to supplement the 65% pay during approved extended leaves?

    <p>Reserve, sick, and/or vacation time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum duration for Baby Bonding leave?

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

    Which of the following conditions does NOT warrant approved sick leave?

    <p>Attendance at a family gathering.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required of an employee to be eligible for extended leave due to a high-risk pregnancy?

    <p>A doctor's note highlighting the risks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum duration Baby Bonding leave can be extended using vacation days?

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

    What is defined as an occurrence for sick leave?

    <p>Working less than half of a normal shift</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many sick leave occurrences trigger disincentives for operational personnel?

    <p>Five occurrences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what point does an employee receive a sick leave bonus?

    <p>After the cutoff date on November 1st</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if an employee experiences a documented high-risk pregnancy and is on extended leave at the time of birth?

    <p>They can continue extended leave counting baby bonding time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence for a non-operational employee with ten sick leave occurrences?

    <p>Early release privileges revoked</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the earliest an employee can expect their sick leave allotment to be credited after the cutoff date?

    <p>Beginning of the next pay period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the disincentives that occur after the sixth sick leave occurrence for operational personnel?

    <p>Loss of bid rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does an employee need to provide to request an extension of Baby Bonding leave in writing?

    <p>A valid reason for the request</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true regarding the approval of extended Baby Bonding leave?

    <p>It requires approval from the Fire Rescue Administrator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Sick Leave Overview

    • Sick leave impact includes increased workload, reduced service levels, and potential employee safety concerns.
    • Emphasizes the importance of dependability and reliability in attendance.
    • A comprehensive approach aims to minimize sick leave usage to genuine situations.

    Sick Leave Banks

    • Reserve vacation time is separate from regular vacation time and not subject to accrual caps.
    • Employees can bank up to 120 hours of unused sick leave into reserve vacation.
    • Reserve vacation is not payable upon separation except for duty-related deaths.

    Sick Leave Allotment

    • Permanent 24-hour shift employees receive 120 hours of sick leave annually post-November 1.
    • Allotment for non-24-hour shift employees is proportionate to hours worked.
    • Sick leave used at 100% salary; additional sick leave beyond 120 hours requires approval for extended leave.
    • Extended leave defined as one instance of sick leave over 120 hours with different salary compensations based on duration away from duty.

    Extended Leave Conditions

    • Employees must obtain a written assessment from a physician for extended leave requests.
    • Assessments required every 30 days for restrictions longer than 30 days.
    • Employers may require fitness-for-duty examinations during extended leave.

    Approved Sick Leave Uses

    • Sick leave may be used for non-job-related illnesses, family care, or medical treatments.
    • Extended family care leave and hospitalization leave available at reduced pay (65%).
    • Pregnancy-related leaves can transition to Baby Bonding leave, subject to regulations.

    Disincentives for Excessive Sick Leave

    • Operational employees face penalties for five or more occurrences in a year, including loss of privileges.
    • Non-operational employees incur disincentives starting at ten occurrences.
    • An occurrence defined as working less than half of a normal shift.

    Incentives for Healthy Attendance

    • Employees receive a bonus for unused sick leave at the end of the year, payable in December.
    • Employees may allocate unused hours to their reserve bank (capped at 120 hours).

    Sick Leave Procedures

    • Employees must notify the department at least 30 minutes before their shift if unable to attend.
    • Sick leave awarded in quarter-hour increments.
    • Employees can return to work anytime after call but must inform supervisors for proper assignment.

    Monitoring and Reporting

    • Wellness Steering Committee operates as the Sick Leave Board, assessing sick leave trends within the department.
    • An affidavit submission is required from employees upon return for sick leave verification.
    • Improper use of sick leave may lead to denial of requests and possible disciplinary action.

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    This quiz focuses on the sick leave policy within the Fire Rescue department as agreed between Palm Beach County and Professional Firefighters/Paramedics of Local 2928. It emphasizes the impact of sick leave on operations, employee workload, and public service. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for maintaining reliability and safety in the workplace.

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