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Which of the following is a possible consequence for appearing before any non-departmental board, hearing, trial, or court proceeding in uniform without authorization from the Fire Department?
Reprimand to 96 hours
What is the potential consequence for failing to promptly advise the Fire Department of any off-duty arrest or arrest within 2 hours upon release?
96 hours to Dismissal
What is the possible consequence for involvement in a criminal activity on or off-duty?
48 hours to Dismissal
According to Policy 1.1, what services does the Philadelphia Fire Department provide?
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What is the purpose of Civil Service regulations, as mentioned in Policy 1.3?
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According to Policy 1.2, what is expected of uniformed members of the Fire Department?
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Which of the following is NOT a core value of the Philadelphia Fire Department?
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What is the purpose of the Disciplinary Code in the Philadelphia Fire Department?
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What happens if an employee's actions are not specifically described in the code?
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Who has the final authority on all disciplinary matters in the Philadelphia Fire Department?
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Which of the following actions can result in a reprimand or a suspension of up to 48 hours?
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Which of the following actions can result in a suspension of 240 hours or dismissal?
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Which of the following actions can result in a suspension of 120 hours to dismissal?
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Which of the following actions can result in a dismissal?
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Which type of violation carries the potential for dismissal on the first offense?
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If a member pleads guilty and waives the scheduled Fire Board of Investigation hearing, when must they request it?
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What is the maximum duration of employment for a violation of accepting gifts or gratuities in violation of § 20-604 of the Philadelphia Code or Executive Order No. 3-11?
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Which violation carries the potential for dismissal on the third offense?
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Who is responsible for preparing misconduct charges in the Fire Department?
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What information must be included in misconduct charges?
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Who must be notified when a member of the Fire Department is arrested and/or reported?
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What is the process for appealing disciplinary action in the Fire Department?
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