Labor Laws and Union Agreements

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How many regularly scheduled shifts off with pay can a shift employee be granted in the event of a death in the immediate family?

Three

Two (correct)

Four

One

Which of the following relatives is not considered part of an employee's immediate family?

Cousin (correct)

Aunt

Grandmother

Father-in-law

How many consecutive working days can an employee assigned to a 40-hour work week receive for funeral leave?

Two

Five

Three (correct)

Four

What is required for an employee to request funeral leave for a relative not part of the immediate family?

Special approval from the Department Head Signup and view all the answers

What can an employee request if their extension of funeral leave is granted by the Fire Chief?

Vacation Signup and view all the answers

Who can an employee request an extension of funeral leave to?

The Fire Chief Signup and view all the answers

What is the time frame for an employee to return to work after a layoff?

14 calendar days Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the Joint Safety and Health Committee?

To promote and encourage fire fighter safety and health Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum number of members the Union agrees to appoint to the Joint Safety and Health Committee?

Two (2) members Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the fifth member of the Joint Safety and Health Committee?

City's Risk Management and Employee Safety Manager Signup and view all the answers

What obligation do both parties intend to abide by according to Article 9, Section 1?

To abide by applicable anti-discrimination laws Signup and view all the answers

What takes precedence over the provisions of this Agreement in case of a conflict?

Overriding federal, state, or municipal equal employment or anti-discrimination laws Signup and view all the answers

What happens to an employee who falsifies sick leave reports?

The employee is subject to disciplinary action including discharge and must make restitution Signup and view all the answers

How is seniority determined for the purpose of personnel reduction?

By the employee's time as a full-time paid employee Signup and view all the answers

What benefits are paid to an employee at the time of layoff?

Accrued vacation and holiday pay Signup and view all the answers

Which employees are exempt from layoff regardless of seniority?

The President, Vice-President, Secretary/Treasurer, and three Trustees of the Bargaining Agent Signup and view all the answers

What is the sequence of layoffs in the event of a personnel reduction?

Employees with the least seniority are laid off first Signup and view all the answers

What is required for the transfer of a handgun?

The appropriate A.T.F weapons forms to be properly completed Signup and view all the answers

What is required to be offered to employees in the event of a layoff?

All federal obligations due under COBRA Signup and view all the answers

When does the contract come into effect?

July 1, 2023 Signup and view all the answers

Who signs on behalf of the CITY OF BROKEN ARROW, OKLAHOMA Municipal Corporation?

The Mayor Signup and view all the answers

How long is the duration of the agreement?

Until June 30, 2025 Signup and view all the answers

Who is the counterpart to the CITY OF BROKEN ARROW, OKLAHOMA Municipal Corporation in this agreement?

IAFF Local 2551 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Union providing a financial accounting statement to the City Clerk?

To review and audit employee contributions for health insurance coverage Signup and view all the answers

What is the City's responsibility regarding payroll deductions for the Union's optional vision materials benefit?

To make per paycheck payroll deductions as specified by the Union Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Section 4980H of the Internal Revenue Code?

It outlines the Transition Rule for applicable large employers participating in multiemployer plans Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking issued by the Internal Revenue Service in 2012?

To offer guidance on the shared responsibility for employers regarding employee health coverage Signup and view all the answers

What is the Union's responsibility regarding the amount of fees to be deducted for the optional vision materials benefit?

To provide the City with the amount of fees to be deducted Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of Section IX (D) of the NPR's Explanation of Provisions?

To explain the Transition Rule for applicable large employers participating in multiemployer plans Signup and view all the answers