15 Questions
What is the requirement for reporting sick leave requests?
Before 0630 on the morning of the shift
How many events off being Sick are employees allowed without documentation in a calendar year?
2 events
When can members take sick leave?
When they are unable to perform their assigned duties due to sickness
What is not allowed while a member is on sick or injury leave?
All the above
What is necessary to indicate when reporting sick time?
'Sick' in the notes
When can a Chief Officer require a doctor's excuse?
Any time they deem necessary
If multiple shifts off due to the same illness it counts for how many events?
multiple shifts count as one event
When does a death in the family extend past the 1.5 shifts of Bereavement leave given by the City?
When additional time is needed and sick time can be used with Bereavement leave
What action may be taken for abusing sick leave privileges?
Both A & C
How is sick documentation handled for employees?
Forwarded to admin and placed in the employee’s personnel file for record keeping
What option is available for an employee who becomes ill or injured while on vacation or holiday leave?
Request that the vacation or holiday be terminated and the time of illness or injury be charged to sick leave
How much sick leave is accrued per month of service?
1.25 days per month
At what point can an employee start using sick leave benefits?
After completing six months of full-time service
How should firefighter members report being 'off sick'?
'via PACE and submit to ALL Supervisors'
What is the only exception that allows for additional sick time during a death in the family?
'Death in the family extending past the 1.5 shifts of Bereavement leave given by the City'
This quiz covers the guidelines outlined in Section 200.00 of the City of DeSoto Personnel Policies and Procedures manual regarding sick leave accrual, accumulation, and usage. Test your knowledge on the rules and regulations related to sick leave for employees.
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