Military Leave

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How long will Spring Fire Department pay employees on temporary or extended leave their base salary?

15 days

21 days

31 days (correct)

60 days

What happens to group health insurance coverage after 31 days of military leave?

It can continue at COBRA rates (correct)

It continues at full cost

It permanently terminates

It becomes free for the employee

What must an employee do to return to work after a leave of absence?

Submit a new job application

Make application for reemployment to Human Resources (correct)

Notify their supervisor only

Schedule an interview with HR

When do group life and AD&D insurance policies terminate for active military employees?

When the military leave begins Signup and view all the answers

What options do employees on temporary or extended military leave have regarding their accrued paid leave?

They can choose to use any or all accrued leave Signup and view all the answers

What is one benefit that does NOT continue while on military leave?

Vacation leave accrual Signup and view all the answers

What must the previous supervisor do if an employee does not return to work after leave?

Notify Human Resources Signup and view all the answers

What happens to voluntary supplemental life insurance when an employee becomes active military?

It terminates immediately Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Spring Fire Department's military leave policy?

To protect the job rights of employees absent on military leave Signup and view all the answers

Which group of individuals is protected under the military leave policy?

All employees absent due to military duties Signup and view all the answers

How long is the military leave of absence generally limited to?

Five years, subject to exceptions Signup and view all the answers

What should an employee do if they believe they have been discriminated against under this policy?

Contact the Human Resources Department Signup and view all the answers

What form should employees generally obtain to request military leave?

Request for Leave of Absence Form Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following does NOT count as eligible military duties?

Leave for vacation purposes Signup and view all the answers

What is preferred for notifying the Spring Fire Department of a military leave request?

A written notice Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following situations would allow an employee to bypass normal notice requirements for military leave?

If military necessity prevents reasonable notice Signup and view all the answers

What is required from dependents to exercise the conversion option?

A written application and the first premium payment within 31 days Signup and view all the answers

If an employee has less than 91 days of military service and reapplies for their position, what will happen?

They will return to the position they would have attained if not for military service Signup and view all the answers

For employees with military service of more than 90 days but less than 5 years, what position can they return to?

A position of like seniority, status, pay, and duties they qualify for Signup and view all the answers

What happens if an employee with a service-connected disability is not qualified for their previous position?

They will be employed in any other position of similar seniority, status, and pay Signup and view all the answers

How does the employer assess whether an employee is qualified for a position after military service?

By making reasonable efforts to determine qualifications Signup and view all the answers

If an employee does not submit their application for reemployment in time, what is the consequence?

They lose their right to reemployment Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum period of military service after which an employee can still expect to be reinstated in a similar position?

5 years Signup and view all the answers

What is explicitly stated to happen if no other positions exist for a disabled employee?

They will be employed in the nearest approximation consistent with their situation Signup and view all the answers

What benefits do employees receive upon reemployment after military leave?

Seniority and benefits based on previous employment plus what they would have earned Signup and view all the answers

How long must an employee not be discharged after reemployment, given their most recent military service was more than 30 days?

For 180 days after reemployment Signup and view all the answers

What must an employee provide to their supervisor upon reapplication for employment?

Documentation of military discharge Signup and view all the answers

If an employee's military service lasted more than 180 days, how long is the protection against discharge after reemployment?

For one year Signup and view all the answers

What effect does time spent on active military duty have on an employee's leave eligibility?

It counts toward their eligibility for FMLA leave upon return Signup and view all the answers

What is the deadline for an employee to report for reemployment if military service was less than 31 days?

At the beginning of the first full working period after returning Signup and view all the answers

When should an employee submit an application for reemployment if their military service lasted between 31 and 181 days?

Within 14 days after service Signup and view all the answers

If an employee is hospitalized after military service, how long do they have to apply for reemployment?

Within 2 years following completion of service Signup and view all the answers

Which condition does NOT prevent an employee from being entitled to reinstatement?

The employee received an honorable discharge Signup and view all the answers

What is a valid reason for denying an employee's reemployment?

Employee's previous job was temporary with no expectation of continuity Signup and view all the answers

How long do employees who serve over 180 days have to submit their reemployment application?

90 days Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an exception to reemployment rights?

A change in emergency management protocols at Spring Fire Department Signup and view all the answers

What should an employee do if they do not meet the reemployment deadlines?

Accept that they may lose their reemployment rights Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Purpose

Spring Fire Department strives to safeguard the employment rights of employees on military leave.
The department adheres to federal and state legislation ensuring no employee or prospective employee faces discrimination due to their service in the U.S. Uniformed Services.
This includes protecting against employment denial, retaliation, or adverse actions based on military service.

Scope

Employees engaging in various military duties are eligible for benefits under this policy.
These include Reservists, National Guard members, and active military personnel.

Procedure/Policy

Employees should provide Spring Fire Department with advance notice of their military leave, ideally in writing.
Leave requests can be made through a Request for Leave of Absence Form obtained from Human Resources.
Human Resources will review the form, collect insurance premiums, and process the leave request.
Spring Fire Department will pay employees on temporary or extended leave their base salary for up to 31 days.
Employees may utilize accrued vacation or personal leave days during their absence.
Returning employees must reapply for employment within a specified period, dependent on their length of service.

Benefits

Employees on extended military leave can continue group health insurance for 31 days, paying premiums themselves.
After 31 days, they can extend coverage for up to 24 months at COBRA rates.
Life and long-term disability insurance terminates when employees become active military.
Vacation, personal, and sick leave do not accrue during military leave.
Voluntary supplemental life insurance terminates upon active military service.
Dependents can convert to an individual policy within 31 days of coverage termination.

Reemployment

Employees are reinstated to employment based on their length of military service:
- Under 91 days: return to the position they would have held or to their prior position if unqualified.
- 91 to 5 years: return to the position they would have held or to a similar position with equal seniority, pay, and duties. They can also be placed in a similar position if they are not qualified.
- Service-connected disability: receive a position of similar seniority and pay for which they are qualified or could become qualified with the employer's assistance.

Application for Reemployment

Employees must reapply for employment within specific timeframes dependent on their length of service:
- Under 31 days: report for reemployment on the first full workday after service completion.
- 31 to 180 days: submit an application within 14 days of service completion.
- Over 180 days: submit an application within 90 days of service completion.
- Hospitalization or convalescence: submit an application within two years of service completion.

Exceptions to Reemployment

Employees are not entitled to reinstatement if:
- Reemployment is impossible or unreasonable due to a change in company circumstances.
- Reemployment causes undue hardship for the company.
- Prior employment was brief and non-recurrent.
- The employee did not receive an honorable discharge.

General Benefits Upon Reemployment

Employees receive seniority and benefits accumulated before military leave, plus any additional benefits they would have earned.
Military leave is counted towards FMLA eligibility.
Employees are protected from discharge for 180 days after reemployment if they served over 30 days, for one year if they served over 180 days.

Documentation

Upon reapplying, employees must provide military discharge documentation to the company. This confirms the application’s timeliness, service duration, and honorable discharge.

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Test your knowledge about the Spring Fire Department's military leave policies. This quiz covers the rights of employees on military leave, the scope of the policy, and the procedures for requesting leave. Understand how the department ensures compliance with federal and state legislation.