Hoffman Estates Fire Department - Discipline Guidelines

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What is the primary source of information for the Fire Chief's disciplinary guidelines?

Recommendation of a Command Officer

The Fire Chief's own knowledge

Information furnished by any citizen

All of the above (correct)

What is the standard of proof required for charges against a fire department member?

Beyond a reasonable doubt

Probable cause

Preponderance of the evidence (correct)

Clear and convincing evidence

Who is authorized to discipline any member of the fire department?

A Command Officer

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners

Any citizen

The Fire Chief (correct)

What is the purpose of the Discipline Guidelines?

To provide a framework for disciplining members Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum threshold for disciplinary action against a fire department member?

Infraction that warrants suspension, demotion, or discharge Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for ensuring fairness to the member charged and the need for discipline to maintain the efficiency of the Fire Department?

The Fire Chief Signup and view all the answers

What is the relevance of the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners of the Village of Hoffman Estates?

They modify the Board of Fire and Police Commissioner's Act Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes a prima facie violation of this section?

Conviction of an act or omission violating a law or ordinance Signup and view all the answers

What is the proper procedure for a subordinate member to make a complaint against a supervising officer?

Make a written statement under oath and attach witness names Signup and view all the answers

What is the timeframe for serving written charges on a defendant before disciplinary action?

At least 24 hours Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of specifying the paragraph or paragraphs of the section or rule violated in written charges?

To provide clarity and specificity Signup and view all the answers

What guidelines may a supervising officer prefer charges against a subordinate for violating?

Any of the foregoing offenses, including Hoffman Estates Fire Department guidelines Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of a citizen making a complaint under oath, supported by evidence, against a member of the Department?

The Fire Chief is required to investigate the complaint Signup and view all the answers

What is the scope of the rules that a supervising officer may prefer charges against a subordinate for violating?

Any of the rules of the Department, including Hoffman Estates Fire Department guidelines Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the written statement by a subordinate member making a complaint against a supervising officer?

To provide a formal record of the complaint Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Discipline Guidelines in the Hoffman Estates Fire Department

The Fire Chief has the authority to discipline any member of the department based on grounds provided in this manual.
The Fire Chief's disciplinary guidelines are based on their own knowledge, information from citizens, or recommendations from Command Officers.

Policy

Any infraction that may result in suspension, demotion, or discharge is dealt with according to the Board of Fire and Police Commissioner's Act and the Hoffman Estates Municipal Code.
All charges must be proved by a preponderance of the evidence.

Grounds for Discipline

A member may be subject to discipline, including suspension, demotion, or discharge, on the following grounds:
- Any act or omission that violates a law of the United States, State of Illinois, or the Village of Hoffman Estates Municipal Code.
- Any act or omission that violates the Administrative, Safety, Operational, or Fire Prevention Guidelines of the Hoffman Estates Fire Department.
- Any act or omission that violates the Response, Incident Management, Fire Scene Operations, Specialized Operations, Safety Operations, Target Hazard Operations, or Equipment Guidelines of the Hoffman Estates Fire Department.
- Any act or omission that violates the Hoffman Estates Village Policy Manual.

Process of Disciplinary Action

A supervising officer may prefer charges against a subordinate for any of the above offenses.
Charges must be made in writing and forwarded to the Fire Chief.
A subordinate member may make a complaint against a supervising officer for violating any of the department's rules or committing any of the above offenses.
The complaint must be made under oath, with names of witnesses, and transmitted to the Fire Chief.
If a citizen makes a complaint under oath, supported by evidence, against a department member, and the Fire Chief deems it well-founded, charges will be preferred against the member.
Written charges must specify the paragraph or paragraphs of the section or rule violated, and a copy must be served on the defendant at least 24 hours before any disciplinary action is taken.

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Standard Operating Guidelines for the Hoffman Estates Fire Department, covering discipline guidelines and policies, effective January 1, 2022.