Article 30-33 health, drug testing, longevity pay

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What is the primary function of the Health, Wellness, and Safety Committee?

To respond to safety and health needs of the Fire Department (correct)

To monitor employee performance evaluations

To establish disciplinary procedures for health violations

To conduct mandatory training sessions for all employees

Who appoints the Chairperson of the Health, Wellness, and Safety Committee?

The Union representatives

The Fire Chief (correct)

A vote from the Committee members

The Employer's Chief Executive Officer

How many representatives from both the Employer and the Union comprise the Health, Wellness, and Safety Committee?

Four each

Two each

One each

Three each (correct)

What is the nature of the Physical Fitness Testing Program for Employees hired before July 1, 1999?

Voluntary participation is allowed Signup and view all the answers

How often is the Health, Wellness, and Safety Committee required to meet?

Quarterly Signup and view all the answers

What role does the City Physician serve in relation to the Committee?

An advisor to the Committee Signup and view all the answers

Why do the Union and the Employer recognize physical fitness as mutually concerning?

It influences health and safety, as well as public safety function performance Signup and view all the answers

What happens in the case of a tie vote within the Committee?

The Chairperson casts a vote to break the tie Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the Health, Wellness, and Safety Committee?

To provide a semi-annual written recommendation and status report regarding staffing standards. Signup and view all the answers

How is travel expense for employees calculated according to the policy?

At the IRS maximum mileage reimbursement rate, automatically or by payroll. Signup and view all the answers

When does longevity pay begin for an employee?

After completing three years of service. Signup and view all the answers

What is the amount of longevity pay after an employee completes 20 years of service?

$765.60 per month. Signup and view all the answers

What is required for the Union to receive payment for members enrolled in O.S.F.A.?

An appropriate membership statement at least 30 and not more than 90 days prior to January 1. Signup and view all the answers

Under the drug testing policy, which aspect is prioritized?

Ensuring the workplace is free from drugs or alcohol. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following governs the Drug Testing procedures?

The Drug Testing Policy within Section 607 of Administrative Operating Procedures. Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum mileage reimbursement rate based on?

The current IRS maximum mileage reimbursement rate. Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of times an employee can test for the incentive in a fiscal year?

Once Signup and view all the answers

What occurs if a mandatory participant fails to meet the maintenance level of the Physical Ability Test (PAT)?

They are required to meet with a Fitness Coordinator. Signup and view all the answers

Who has access to the assessment results of participants?

City Physician, Fitness Coordinator, and Fire Chief Signup and view all the answers

What incentive is offered to participants upon successfully completing the program?

Twenty-four hours off or twenty-four hours pay Signup and view all the answers

Which group of employees is encouraged to participate voluntarily in the Physical Fitness Program?

Employees hired prior to July 1, 1999 Signup and view all the answers

What is the procedure if an employee desires to receive the incentive after failing the PAT?

They need to work with the Fitness Coordinator for three months. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Committee as outlined in the document?

To review and recommend program improvements Signup and view all the answers

What does the Fire Chief review if an employee is unable to meet the maintenance level after retesting?

Their performance and expected improvement Signup and view all the answers

What kind of review are employees subject to regardless of their participation status in the program?

Medical or other types of review Signup and view all the answers

What option is given to employees while on duty regarding the PAT?

They can only practice once prior to testing. Signup and view all the answers

How much does the employer pay the employee per month for each year of service from the employees date of hire?

$38.28 Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Health, Wellness, and Safety

The physical fitness of Firefighters is critical for health, safety, and job performance in public safety roles.
A Health, Wellness, and Safety Committee, comprising three representatives from both the Employer and Union, has been established to address these concerns.
The Committee includes a Chairperson appointed by the Fire Chief and an advisory role for the City Physician when needed.
Meetings are scheduled at least quarterly, with findings reported to the Labor/Management Committee.

Physical Fitness Testing Program

Mandatory for all Employees hired post-July 1, 1999; voluntary for those hired before this date.
Aimed at ensuring that employees remain informed about physical fitness expectations without affecting their prior employment conditions.
Successful completion of the Physical Ability Test (PAT) grants participants a traditional incentive of 24 hours off or 24 hours of pay.
Each employee is allowed one testing opportunity per fiscal year for the incentive.

Testing and Support Procedures

Employees failing to meet the PAT maintenance level will collaborate with the Fitness Coordinator or Specialist to develop a new exercise plan.
A retest is permitted after three months of following the revised exercise plan.
Results are confidential, accessible only to specific personnel within the Fire Department.

Program Improvement and Safety

The Committee also addresses complaints and program enhancements, recommending solutions to the Fire Chief.
Future changes to the Physical Fitness Testing Program will be subject to grievance/arbitration procedures or collective bargaining, following state law.

Drug Testing Policy

Drug and alcohol-free workplace is prioritized for the safety of employees and the public.
Drug Testing follows Section 607 of the Administrative Operating Procedures of the Tulsa Fire Department.

Travel and Association Allowance

Reimbursement for personal vehicle use for assigned Fire Department duties follows the IRS maximum mileage rate.
Employees receive reimbursement for round trips, calculated by payroll at the end of each pay period.

Longevity Pay

Longevity pay begins at $38.28 per month for each year of service after three years of employment.
Rate increases occur, reaching $765.60 per month upon completion of twenty years of service, with ongoing increases thereafter.

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Explore the key concepts of health, wellness, and safety as outlined in Article 30. This quiz emphasizes the importance of physical fitness for employees and its impact on their ability to meet public safety functions. Test your understanding of mutual responsibilities between the Union and Employer regarding employee health.