Detailed Directive 25 Quiz
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What is one of the responsibilities of the Philadelphia Fire Department?

  • Maintaining the positive image of the Fire Department
  • Enforcing Federal, State, and City laws
  • Providing emergency pre-hospital care (correct)
  • Conducting disciplinary actions

    • What is the most extreme consequence for violating Federal, State, or City laws, Civil Service Regulations, or Fire Department rules?

  • Suspension
  • Reprimand
  • Demotion
  • Dismissal (correct)

    • Why is it important for citizens to have confidence in the integrity of Fire Department employees?

  • To provide effective service (correct)
  • To prevent discrimination
  • To ensure proper conduct of members
  • To maintain the positive image of the Fire Department

    • What is one of the expectations for uniformed members of the Fire Department?

    <p>Conduct themselves in a credible manner at all times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the chapter mentioned in the text?

    <p>To guide the proper conduct of Fire Department members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the core values of the Philadelphia Fire Department?

    <p>Dedication and service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if an employee's actions are not specifically described in the code but impair their ability to perform their duties?

    <p>They will be charged under the 'Unspecified' Charges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has the final authority on all disciplinary matters in the Fire Department?

    <p>The Fire Commissioner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the 'reckoning period' in the context of the code?

    <p>The period of time during which an employee is expected to have a record free of the same offense</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for preparing misconduct charges in the Fire Department?

    <p>The on-duty officer or acting officer of the unit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information must be included in misconduct charges?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should a member of the Fire Department be notified if they have misconduct charges placed against them?

    <p>Immediately or on the first working day of Fire Headquarters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has the right to appeal disciplinary action in the Fire Department?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who designates the members of the Fire Board of Investigation?

    <p>The Fire Commissioner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a member's selected counsel is unavailable for a scheduled hearing, who is responsible for arranging another date?

    <p>The member</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When can a charged member request to plead guilty and waive the scheduled Fire Board of Investigation hearing?

    <p>Any time after being charged and up to 48 hours before the hearing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances can a member plead guilty and waive a hearing prior to the scheduling of a Fire Board of Investigation?

    <p>If the member advises the Special Investigations Officer and submits a memorandum within 48 hours of the disciplinary interview</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which violations are mentioned in Directive 25?

    <p>Conduct unbecoming, alcohol intoxication and drug use, insubordination, neglect of duty, disobedience of orders, failure to supervise, motor vehicle violations, unspecified additional rules governing officers and members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum time frame for a member to relieve the off-going member before their scheduled shift time?

    <p>4 hours (240 minutes)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Drug And alcohol Policy chapter 3.7.4, what is the responsibility of a company officer in determining reasonable suspicion?

    <p>To ensure the suspected member ingests only water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Drug And alcohol Policy chapter 3.7.4, who should the company officer report the suspected intoxication or reasonable suspicion to?

    <p>The Battalion Chief</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Drug And alcohol Policy chapter 3.7.5, what is the responsibility of a member on administrative leave?

    <p>To cooperate with all phases of the drug and alcohol testing process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Drug And alcohol Policy chapter 3.7.5, what should a member on administrative leave do on each platoon workday?

    <p>Contact their company officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Drug And alcohol Policy chapter, what should an officer do when documenting phone contact by a member on administrative leave?

    <p>Document it as outlined in 3.7.5</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who must give permission for major alterations in fire stations or alterations to fire apparatus?

    <p>The Fire Commissioner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be posted on bulletin boards in fire stations?

    <p>Information consistent with the established policies, rules, and regulations of the Fire Department</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is required to obtain permission before visiting the headquarters of Superior Officers?

    <p>All members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who should provide a duplicate key for private locks or combinations to locks on all lockers in fire facilities?

    <p>Fire Department personnel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if a member is late for roll call?

    <p>The immediate superior should notify the Battalion Chief</p> Signup and view all the answers

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