Formal Investigation Process

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What is the next step if a complaint cannot be resolved through the supervisory resolution process?

  • Drop the complaint
  • Seek legal redress outside the Department
  • Inform the Fire Chief
  • Initiate a formal investigation (correct)

What does the investigative authority include?

  • Suppression of complaints
  • Influence to manage complaints
  • Access to records and cooperation of involved members (correct)
  • Limited access to records

What is one form of retaliation mentioned in the text?

  • Subjecting a member to reprisal (correct)
  • Disclosing details of an investigation
  • Offering testimony in an investigation
  • Filing a complaint

What information will be included in the formal investigation of a complaint?

<p>Frequency and dates of occurrences (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who can members file a complaint directly with if they believe they have been discriminated against?

<p>Fire Chief/designee, Director of Human Resources, or Village Manager (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT prohibited by this policy?

<p>Seeking legal redress outside the Department (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is retaliation?

<p>Treating a person differently for engaging in protected activity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered sexual harassment?

<p>Unwelcome sexual advances or requests for sexual favors (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does sexual harassment include?

<p>Verbal, visual, or physical conduct of a sexual nature (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of sexual harassment, when is conduct considered harassing?

<p>When it creates an offensive work environment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one possible consequence of sexual harassment in the workplace?

<p>Intimidating or hostile work environment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should an organization address reports of retaliation?

<p>By taking steps to address and prevent retaliation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should members do if they believe they have been harassed, discriminated, or retaliated against?

<p>Document the incident thoroughly and file a complaint with relevant agencies (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who must approve the outcome of all reports regarding complaints or allegations?

<p>The Fire Chief/designee (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the notification process for the complainant and/or victim regarding the disposition of the investigation?

<p>Written notification with details of the disposition and actions taken (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long should complaints or allegations be maintained as per the department's records retention schedule?

<p>For a period established in the department's records retention schedule (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should new members do to acknowledge and agree to abide by the discrimination policy?

<p>Sign a form certifying their awareness of the policy and agreement to abide by it (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if members proceed with complaints under the policy's provisions?

<p>It has no impact on filing requirements (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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