44 Questions
Which group is the FPE prohibited from discriminating against?
Employees covered by the Agreement
Who has the exclusive right to remove someone from the FPE or membership?
FPE
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic that the FPE cannot discriminate against?
Membership in the bargaining unit
When can the time limits in the grievance procedure be extended?
By written agreement of the parties
When does the moratorium period for grievances occur?
Every December 23 through January 4
Who can attend the PSC hearing?
The FPE representative
According to the grievance procedure outlined in the text, who has the authority to select the employees to serve on the Administrative Appeals Board (AAB)?
The Sheriff or his designee
Which disciplinary actions are entitled to review by the AAB?
Disciplinary actions concluded via the Admit and Move On procedure
How many employees are selected by the Sheriff to serve on the AAB?
Three (3)
Who is responsible for submitting the lists of candidates for the AAB?
The FPE representatives
Who will assist the AAB with procedural questions during the hearing process?
The Director of the Professional Standards Committee
When can a bargaining unit member request a continuance for the AAB hearing?
Only upon exceptional circumstances
What types of cases will the AAB hear and determine?
Bargaining unit member requested cases involving five (5) day suspensions or less
What will the AAB do after sustaining a violation?
Review the bargaining unit member's prior disciplinary history and record
Who is responsible for selecting the court reporter services?
The FPE
What is the evidentiary standard to be applied by the arbitrator in any disciplinary or contract grievance?
Preponderance of the evidence
What happens if the arbitrator acts in accordance with the specified section?
The decision is final and binding
What is the time frame within which the arbitrator is encouraged to render a decision?
Within 30 days of the arbitration hearing
When should a grievance be presented to the bargaining unit member's department head?
Within 15 calendar days of the occurrence of the event giving rise to the grievance
What happens if no decision is rendered within the time period in Step 1?
The grievance automatically advances to the next step
Who renders a decision in writing in Step 2?
The Sheriff or his designee
What happens if a grievance processed through the grievance procedure has not been resolved?
Either party may file a demand for arbitration
Which of the following is NOT a basis for discrimination in membership by the FPE?
Political affiliation
Who has the authority to remove someone from the FPE or membership?
Investigative Membership Committee
Who is responsible for investigating and resolving alleged cases of discrimination within BSO?
Broward County
When can the parties mutually agree to bypass any step or steps in the grievance procedure?
Only if the parties agree on a case-by-case basis
When does the moratorium period for grievances occur?
Every December 23 through January 4
Who will assist the Administrative Appeals Board (AAB) with procedural questions during the hearing process?
The unit member's command
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a bargaining unit member to attend the AAB hearing?
Exceptional circumstances
Which of the following is true about the AAB structure?
The AAB consists of two BSO employees and one FPE representative selected by the Sheriff.
Who selects the candidates for the AAB from the lists provided by the FPE?
The Sheriff
What is the purpose of inviting an additional representative to observe the AAB proceedings?
For education and training
What is the maximum time limit for providing the bargaining unit member with copies of all documentation submitted to the AAB for its review?
10 calendar days
What happens if the Sheriff rejects the initial submitted lists of candidates for the AAB?
The FPE will submit another list of candidates.
What happens if the written explanation of a member of the AAB evidences bias or prejudice?
No further appeal or grievance is permitted
What is the role of the employees designated to serve on the AAB in the current case being presented?
They have no involvement in the current case.
Which of the following is true about the authority of the arbitrator in this agreement?
The arbitrator must consider all arguments presented by both parties.
What is the evidentiary standard to be applied by the arbitrator in any disciplinary or contract grievance?
Preponderance of the evidence
Which of the following is NOT true about the court reporter services in this agreement?
The court reporter services can be selected by the FPE.
When can the parties agree to expedited arbitration?
When the arbitration process will render the arbitration moot.
What is the next step if a grievance is not resolved after Step 2?
The grievance is automatically advanced to Step 3
When should a written grievance be presented to the department head in Step 1?
Within 15 calendar days of the occurrence of the event giving rise to the grievance
Who is responsible for rendering a written decision in Step 2?
The Sheriff or his designee
What happens if no decision is rendered within the time period in Step 2?
The grievance automatically advances to the next step
Quiz: Understanding the Disciplinary Process in Employment Agreements Test your knowledge on the disciplinary process in employment agreements. This quiz covers topics such as the role of the Professional Standards Committee, the steps involved in resolving disputes, and the potential outcomes of disciplinary actions. Gain a better understanding of how disciplinary suspensions, demotions, and terminations are handled in the workplace.
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