Workplace Conduct and Ethics Quiz

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Which type of disciplinary action requires a pre-disciplinary hearing?

Demotion
Written warning
Suspension (correct)
Verbal counseling

What is the purpose of verbal counseling?

To require repayment for damages
To issue a written form of discipline
To notify and counsel an employee (correct)
To administer a suspension without pay

Which type of disciplinary action is subject to the grievance procedure?

Written warning (correct)
Retribution for damages
Verbal counseling
Suspension

In what circumstances may a demotion occur?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the personnel policies and procedures manual, what is the purpose of administering discipline in the City of Naples?

To address improper behavior and safeguard optimum working conditions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of progressive discipline according to the manual?

Administering more severe discipline for violations of the same type or multiple offenses of the same or different type over a period of time (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which factor(s) may be considered by department directors when deciding disciplinary action?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which department is responsible for reviewing the disciplinary recommendation?

Department Director (D) Signup and view all the answers

How much notice must be given to an employee before a pre-disciplinary hearing can be held?

24 hours (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who decides what disciplinary action will be taken after the pre-disciplinary hearing?

Department Director (D) Signup and view all the answers

What forms should be completed and forwarded to the Human Resources Department for suspensions and demotions?

Personnel Action Form and Unpaid Leave Form (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered a violation of the City's Workplace Violence Policy?

Unauthorized videotaping of another city employee (B) Signup and view all the answers

What offense may result in an employee being required to repay the City for damage caused to city property or equipment?

Unauthorized use of City property (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which action is considered a violation of the City's Workplace Violence Policy?

Unauthorized videotaping of another city employee (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which action may result in disciplinary action and require documentation?

Failure to repay outstanding loan balance (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following is NOT considered a ground for formal disciplinary action according to the guidelines?

Failure to report absence from duty to supervisor within required time (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following is considered a serious offense that may result in gross neglect of duty?

Use of offensive conduct, language, or gesture toward the public, supervisors, or co-workers (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following is NOT a factor that a supervisor should consider when determining the disciplinary action to be taken?

Time intervals between each infraction (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following is NOT an example of violation that may warrant disciplinary action?

Gross neglect of duty (C) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Suspension

A disciplinary action that necessitates a pre-disciplinary hearing

Purpose of Verbal Counseling

To inform and advise an employee about performance or conduct issues

Subject to Grievance

A disciplinary action that an employee can formally challenge

Demotion Circumstances

When an employee is moved to a position with less responsibility, often due to performance or organizational changes