Minor Violations

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What is the first step to address minor policy violations at the OPD?

Immediate disciplinary action

Employee counseling (correct)

Written warning without discussion

Formal review by the Safety Review Board

Which of the following actions is classified as a minor violation?

Inappropriate operation of vehicles

Failure to respond on police radio (correct)

Improper use of weapons

Violating safety protocols in critical situations

What occurs if an employee does not resolve their issue after counseling?

They will receive a public reprimand

They will be immediately terminated

Disciplinary action will be considered (correct)

No further action will be taken

Which type of violation relates to neglecting scheduled training?

Failure to Attend Training Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a focus of Employee Counseling in the OPD?

Implementing immediate punishment Signup and view all the answers

How are minor policy violations generally dealt with according to OPD policy?

With a fair and uniform disciplinary approach Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered a Smoking Policy Violation?

Not adhering to smoking breaks Signup and view all the answers

What is defined as 'Improper Care of Equipment' in OPD policy?

Negligent use of equipment Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step a supervisor should take in addressing a minor violation?

Meet with the employee for counseling. Signup and view all the answers

What type of documentation must be completed for counseling a sworn employee?

Sworn Personnel Supervisor Documentation of Job Performance Interview (OPD Form 13) Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for a second minor violation if the first was documented?

One work day suspension Signup and view all the answers

What happens if minor violations reoccur within twelve months?

They will be compounded and considered cumulative. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about counseling is NOT true?

Counseling can be completely informal with no documentation required. Signup and view all the answers

What should supervisors use to document counseling for non-sworn employees?

City of Omaha HRIS Infor system Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential outcome if counseling fails to rectify the behavior of a non-sworn employee?

Disciplinary actions may become necessary. Signup and view all the answers

Who must be present during counseling for excessive sick leave usage for a non-sworn employee?

A representative from the employee's collective bargaining group Signup and view all the answers

For how long is an OPD Form 13 document retained in a sworn employee's personnel file?

Indefinitely Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum penalty for a fifth violation after previous disciplinary actions?

Administrative review for further disposition Signup and view all the answers

In the event of a minor violation, what is the significance of the previous counseling documentation?

It provides proof that counseling has occurred. Signup and view all the answers

At which stage of disciplinary action is a written reprimand issued?

First violation only Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a factor in determining the severity of discipline for non-sworn employees?

Personal opinion of the supervisor Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a supervisor decides to counsel an employee rather than impose discipline?

The supervisor must document the counseling thoroughly. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Omaha Police Department Policy on Minor Violations

The Omaha Police Department (OPD) aims for fair and consistent disciplinary action for minor policy violations.
Counseling is mandatory before any disciplinary action for minor violations.
Disciplinary actions are based on collective bargaining agreements, OPD Policies and Procedures Manual (PPM), City executive orders, HR policies, and the Omaha Municipal Code.
Minor violations include failure to attend training, tardiness, improper equipment care, radio communication errors, uniform violations, smoking policy violations, and incorrect correspondence handling.

Employee Counseling

Employee counseling is a non-disciplinary supervisor-employee discussion documented by the supervisor using OPD Form 13.
Supervisors must document counseling sessions to comply with policy.

Sworn Employee Disciplinary Procedures

A sworn employee may not be disciplined for a minor violation within 12 months without prior written counseling (OPD Form 13).
A written reprimand is the initial disciplinary action.
Further disciplinary action includes suspensions (1, 3, 5 work days) followed by an administrative review for any additional violations within 12 months.
Bureau commanders have authority to approve variations in disciplinary procedures.

Non-Sworn Employee Disciplinary Procedures

Non-sworn employees are subject to City of Omaha Mayoral Executive Orders, HR policies and OPD policies.
Employee counseling for non-sworn employees follows City HR Procedure #10-00 (Employee Counseling Documentation).
The HRIS Infor system is used to document counseling.
Employee collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) may supersede some OPD disciplinary procedures.
For Local 251 employees, written counseling is required within 12 months.

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Description

This quiz covers the Omaha Police Department's policies regarding minor violations and the related disciplinary procedures. It emphasizes the importance of counseling prior to disciplinary actions and outlines specific minor violations. Additionally, it addresses documentation and compliance procedures required for supervisors.