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According to the FWFD's Standard Operating Procedure, what is the primary purpose of this document?
According to the FWFD's Standard Operating Procedure, what is the primary purpose of this document?
- To outline the disciplinary actions for employees engaging in misconduct.
- To ensure all employees are aware of the City of Fort Worth Personnel Rules and Regulations.
- To define harassment, discrimination, and retaliation within the workplace.
- To establish a reporting procedure for acts of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation. (correct)
Under the FWFD's Standard Operating Procedure, if an employee experiences harassment, discrimination, or retaliation, to whom should they report it?
Under the FWFD's Standard Operating Procedure, if an employee experiences harassment, discrimination, or retaliation, to whom should they report it?
- Directly to the Fire Chief to ensure immediate action.
- To any supervisor in their chain of command, an Employee Relations officer, or the Fire Department's Office of Professional Standards. (correct)
- Only to an Employee Relations officer in the Human Resources Division.
- Only to the Fire Department's Office of Professional Standards.
What potential consequence may an employee face for engaging in harassing behavior or inappropriate conduct, according to the FWFD's Standard Operating Procedure?
What potential consequence may an employee face for engaging in harassing behavior or inappropriate conduct, according to the FWFD's Standard Operating Procedure?
- Temporary reassignment to a different department.
- Disciplinary action, up to and including termination. (correct)
- Mandatory counseling sessions.
- Verbal warning.
According to the document, where can timetables applying to discrimination and/or retaliation complaints be accessed?
According to the document, where can timetables applying to discrimination and/or retaliation complaints be accessed?
According to the FWFD's Standard Operating Procedure, which of the following is the review cycle for this document?
According to the FWFD's Standard Operating Procedure, which of the following is the review cycle for this document?
What is the document number for the current version of the Standard Operating Procedure on Administration, Reporting Discrimination or Harassment Complaints?
What is the document number for the current version of the Standard Operating Procedure on Administration, Reporting Discrimination or Harassment Complaints?
According to the FWFD's Standard Operating Procedure document, what is Inappropriate Conduct defined as?
According to the FWFD's Standard Operating Procedure document, what is Inappropriate Conduct defined as?
If an employee perceives inappropriate conduct based on which of the following reasons, should they report it?
If an employee perceives inappropriate conduct based on which of the following reasons, should they report it?
What does the FWFD commit to providing, according to the 'General Information' section of the Standard Operating Procedure?
What does the FWFD commit to providing, according to the 'General Information' section of the Standard Operating Procedure?
According to the Standard Operating Procedure, what is Harassment defined as?
According to the Standard Operating Procedure, what is Harassment defined as?
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Purpose of the SOP
Purpose of the SOP
To provide a procedure for employees of the Fort Worth Fire Department (FWFD) to report any act of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation.
Harassment (Definition)
Harassment (Definition)
Defined within City of Fort Worth's Personnel Rules and Regulations, focusing on creating a harassment-free workplace through employee conduct.
Inappropriate Conduct (Definition)
Inappropriate Conduct (Definition)
Defined within the City of Fort Worth's Rules and Regulations as employee conduct that warrants disciplinary action.
Discrimination (Definition)
Discrimination (Definition)
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Consequences of Harassment/Inappropriate Conduct
Consequences of Harassment/Inappropriate Conduct
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Reporting Requirements
Reporting Requirements
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Who to Report To
Who to Report To
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Study Notes
- This is the Standard Operating Procedure for administration and reporting of discrimination or harassment complaints.
- The procedure applies to civil service and non-civil service employees of the Fort Worth Fire Department (FWFD).
- The purpose is to provide a way to report harassment, discrimination, or retaliation.
- The number is S1307 R2.
- It went into effect March 08, 2016.
- It replaces S1307 R1 (02.14.12).
- Administration is accountable.
- The review cycle is annual.
Definitions
- Harassment includes City of Fort Worth's Personnel Rules and Regulations and Employee Conduct - Harassment Free Workplace.
- Inappropriate Conduct is defined in the City of Fort Worth's Rules and Regulations and Employee Conduct - Conduct Warranting Disciplinary Action.
- Discrimination is defined in the City of Fort Worth's Rules and Regulations and Complaint Resolution – Discrimination and Retaliation Complaints.
General Information
- FWFD aims to provide a harassment-free workplace.
- Employees engaging in harassing behavior or inappropriate conduct face disciplinary action, possibly including termination.
- Timetables for discrimination/retaliation complaints can be found in the City of Fort Worth's Rules and Regulations – Discrimination and Retaliation Complaints.
Instructions/Procedures
- Employees must report all complaints of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and/or other inappropriate conduct based on race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, and disability.
- Complaints should be reported to any supervisor in their chain of command.
- Complaints should be reported to an Employee Relations officer in the Human Resources Division.
- Complaints should be reported to the Fire Department's Office of Professional Standards.
Reference
- References include City of Fort Worth Personnel Rules and Regulations, Employee Conduct – Harassment Free Workplace, Employee Conduct –Conduct Warranting Disciplinary Action, and Complaint Resolution – Discrimination and Retaliation Complaints
- Rudy Jackson is the Fire Chief.
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