Romeoville Fire Department Manual Category 500: Sexual Misconduct Policy

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What is the main purpose of the human resources policy discussed in the text?

To define and prohibit sexual misconduct by fire department personnel (correct)
To increase civil liability of employees
To create a duty to act for employees
To enhance employee legal duties

According to the policy, when is sexual contact, sexual activity, and/or sexual misconduct prohibited?

Only on weekends
While on duty, engaged in fire department activities, and representing the fire department (correct)
Anytime outside of work
During lunch breaks only

What action can be taken if a violation of the policy is proven?

Immediate termination of employment
Form the basis of a complaint for non-judicial administrative action (correct)
Legal action against the employee
Issue a warning letter

What does the policy state about conflicts between the Departmental policy and the Village Handbook?

The Departmental policy prevails (D) Signup and view all the answers

Who is authorized to make revisions to the human resources policy in the text?

Kent Adams, Fire Chief (C) Signup and view all the answers

Does the policy create a higher duty of care with respect to third party civil claims against employees or the department?

No, it does not create a higher duty of care (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Intimate Part' refer to according to the text?

Genital area, inner thigh, groin, buttocks or breasts (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is prohibited according to the regulations in the text?

Sexual contact or sexual activity while on duty (A) Signup and view all the answers

Where is sexual contact or sexual activity prohibited according to the regulations?

On fire department property, or on or in a fire department apparatus or vehicle (A) Signup and view all the answers

When is sexual contact or sexual activity prohibited while in uniform?

Whether on duty or off duty (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'Sexual contact' according to the text?

Any physical contact with the intimate parts of another person committed for the purpose of sexual gratification (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'Sexual activity' according to the text?

Intercourse, oral or anal sex, or masturbation (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence for a member found to be in violation of the sexual misconduct policy?

Disciplined up to termination (B) Signup and view all the answers

If a supervisor becomes aware of sexual misconduct, can they attempt to resolve the complaint?

No, under no circumstances (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who is required to report any violation of the sexual misconduct policy within the department?

Any member of the Department (A) Signup and view all the answers

What personal protective equipment (PPE) items are mentioned to be involved in the prohibition of sexual activity?

Helmet, pants, and boots (D) Signup and view all the answers

Who needs to be notified first in case a violation of the sexual misconduct policy occurs?

The Fire Chief through the chain of command (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence for a member failing to report a violation of the sexual misconduct policy?

Disciplined up to termination (B) Signup and view all the answers

Can an employee go directly to law enforcement with a complaint of sexual misconduct instead of following the chain of command?

No, must follow the chain of command first (A) Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a supervisor tries to resolve a complaint of sexual misconduct against themself?

They will be disciplined up to termination (C) Signup and view all the answers