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What happens if an original employee refuses to work payback time?
What happens if an original employee refuses to work payback time?
- The employee will be transferred to the other employee's shift.
- No obligation to work another employee's scheduled time will be placed on anyone. (correct)
- The sub-call request will be automatically approved.
- Extra assignment pay will be provided as a result of the sub-call.
When two employees agree to a sub-call, what must the original employee do?
When two employees agree to a sub-call, what must the original employee do?
- Submit a request to the Department Head.
- Notify the Station Officer directly.
- Submit a sub-request via PACE to their Battalion Chief. (correct)
- Submit a sub-request to HR.
What must probationary firefighters have completed in order to participate in a sub-call?
What must probationary firefighters have completed in order to participate in a sub-call?
- Attained a certain rank within the department.
- Completed their rookie packet and been employed for at least six months. (correct)
- Received approval from the Fire Chief.
- Undergone specific physical training.
Which personnel are expected to exercise prudent judgment when approving or disapproving a sub-call request?
Which personnel are expected to exercise prudent judgment when approving or disapproving a sub-call request?
What happens if an original employee terminates employment prior to the payback time?
What happens if an original employee terminates employment prior to the payback time?
What is the maximum allowable rank difference between employees participating in a sub-call?
What is the maximum allowable rank difference between employees participating in a sub-call?
What is the primary platform for submitting and confirming sub-call requests?
What is the primary platform for submitting and confirming sub-call requests?
What does 'sub-calls do not figure into overtime hours in any manner' imply?
What does 'sub-calls do not figure into overtime hours in any manner' imply?
In the context of sub-calls, what is the consequence of an employee being fired or quitting?
In the context of sub-calls, what is the consequence of an employee being fired or quitting?
According to the guidelines, who is responsible for ensuring that payback time balances with sub call time?
According to the guidelines, who is responsible for ensuring that payback time balances with sub call time?
If an employee works a sub call, how will they be compensated by DeSoto Fire Rescue?
If an employee works a sub call, how will they be compensated by DeSoto Fire Rescue?
If an employee works a sub call but is not paid back by the original employee, how will DeSoto Fire Rescue handle the situation?
If an employee works a sub call but is not paid back by the original employee, how will DeSoto Fire Rescue handle the situation?
What is the purpose of a payback sub call?
What is the purpose of a payback sub call?
In a sub call situation, how will the employee who was originally scheduled to work be compensated?
In a sub call situation, how will the employee who was originally scheduled to work be compensated?
Who has the authority to approve or refuse a sub call or payback sub call request?
Who has the authority to approve or refuse a sub call or payback sub call request?
According to the guidelines, can a sub call situation cause overtime?
According to the guidelines, can a sub call situation cause overtime?
Who is responsible for initiating a sub call request?
Who is responsible for initiating a sub call request?
What is required for a sub call or payback sub call request to be approved?
What is required for a sub call or payback sub call request to be approved?
