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What types of disciplinary measures may the Spring Fire Department impose?
What types of disciplinary measures may the Spring Fire Department impose?
- Promotions and bonuses
- Verbal warnings and written warnings (correct)
- Salary increases and additional training
- Positive reinforcement and encouragement
To whom does the discipline policy apply?
To whom does the discipline policy apply?
- Only non-exempt employees
- Only exempt employees
- Only senior management
- All personnel including volunteers (correct)
What may be considered when determining the level of discipline?
What may be considered when determining the level of discipline?
- Length of service with the department
- The employee's social media presence
- The impact of conduct issues on the department (correct)
- The employee's job title
What is the role of the member's immediate manager in the disciplinary process?
What is the role of the member's immediate manager in the disciplinary process?
What does the discipline policy state about at-will employment?
What does the discipline policy state about at-will employment?
What should happen if a verbal warning is issued?
What should happen if a verbal warning is issued?
What is the potential outcome of repeated offenses despite intervention?
What is the potential outcome of repeated offenses despite intervention?
Who is responsible for reviewing the policy and ensuring its accuracy?
Who is responsible for reviewing the policy and ensuring its accuracy?
What must a member do within five business days of a meeting regarding performance issues?
What must a member do within five business days of a meeting regarding performance issues?
What document may be issued by the manager if a member does not correct performance issues after a verbal warning?
What document may be issued by the manager if a member does not correct performance issues after a verbal warning?
In what circumstance might a manager impose an unpaid suspension on an exempt employee?
In what circumstance might a manager impose an unpaid suspension on an exempt employee?
What must occur before a suspension of a member is imposed?
What must occur before a suspension of a member is imposed?
What does a written warning typically include regarding the member's behavior?
What does a written warning typically include regarding the member's behavior?
For how many business days does the manager have to issue a formal performance improvement plan after a written warning?
For how many business days does the manager have to issue a formal performance improvement plan after a written warning?
What type of infractions can lead to suspension for non-exempt employees?
What type of infractions can lead to suspension for non-exempt employees?
What is a member required to do after signing the documentation following a performance meeting?
What is a member required to do after signing the documentation following a performance meeting?
Study Notes
Purpose
- Spring Fire Department (SFD) may discipline employees for violating policies and procedures
- Disciplinary measures include verbal warnings, written warnings, suspension, or termination
- SFD has the discretion to determine the appropriate disciplinary action
- SFD may terminate employment immediately
- Discipline policy does not alter at-will employment relationship
- Discipline policy does not create contractual rights regarding employee discipline
Scope
- Policy applies to all SFD personnel
- SFD can vary the level of disciplinary action
- Factors considered for disciplinary level:
- Repeated offense despite coaching
- Employee's work record
- Impact of conduct and performance issues on SFD
Definitions
- Manager: Direct supervisor, Lieutenant or Captain
- Exempt Employee: Not entitled to overtime pay
- Non-Exempt Employee: Entitled to overtime pay
- Member: Includes exempt, non-exempt employees, and volunteers
Verbal Warning
- Manager can meet with a member to discuss performance, conduct, or attendance issues
- Manager should outline expectations and corrective action steps for improvement
- Manager must document meeting within 5 business days
- Member must sign the document acknowledging understanding of issues and corrective action plan
Written Warning
- If a member does not correct issues after a verbal warning, a written warning may be issued
- Manager will review additional incidents and relevant corrective action plans
- Manager will outline consequences for continued failure to meet expectations
- Manager will issue a formal performance improvement plan (PIP) or disciplinary action notice (DAN) within 5 business days
- Written warning may include a statement that further discipline, including termination, is possible
Suspension
- Manager must seek approval from the Human Resources department before suspending a member
- Exempt employees may be suspended for:
- Violations of significant safety rules
- Infractions of workplace conduct rules
- Violations of state or federal laws
- Serious misconduct (not performance or attendance issues)
- Non-exempt employees may be suspended for the same reasons as exempt employees and for performance issues
- Suspensions must be in full-day increments
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Description
This quiz covers the disciplinary policies and procedures of the Spring Fire Department (SFD). Learn about the various disciplinary measures, factors influencing action levels, and the definitions of key terms related to employee discipline. Enhance your understanding of at-will employment and the implications for SFD personnel.
