XIV-1 Article XIV Conspicuous Service Quiz

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According to the policy, when should a member of the Department report a conspicuous service performed by non-members?

Within 48 hours of the incident
After the incident has been fully investigated
During the next scheduled shift briefing
Immediately after observing or having it called to their attention (correct)

What information should be included in the Special Report submitted by the Incident Commander regarding a conspicuous service?

A recommendation for disciplinary action against any member who failed to recognize the conspicuous service
The names of all Department members involved in the incident
The name of the person(s) involved, the nature of the service performed, and all other particulars concerning the incident (correct)
A detailed analysis of the emergency situation and the Department's response

What is the primary purpose of the Incentive Awards Program?

To recognize and reward employees for their contributions to improving efficiency and economy in District operations (correct)
To encourage employees to report safety violations or misconduct by their colleagues
To provide financial compensation for employees who work overtime or in hazardous conditions
To promote teamwork and collaboration among employees from different divisions

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for an employee's contribution to be eligible for an Incentive Award?

The contribution must have been approved by the employee's immediate supervisor (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who serves as the Chair of the Department Incentive Awards Committee?

An Assistant Fire Chief or their designee (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a member of the Department Incentive Awards Committee?

The Department's legal counsel (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the policy, what types of contributions are eligible for Incentive Awards?

Suggestions, inventions, superior accomplishments, or other personal efforts that contribute to efficiency, economy, or improvements in District operations (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the Incentive Awards Program is NOT true?

Incentive Awards are only available to employees with at least 5 years of service (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the policy, what should an Incident Commander do if they observe or have a conspicuous service performed by a non-member called to their attention?

Obtain or cause to be obtained full facts and circumstances, and submit a Special Report to the appropriate bureau head (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following categories of contributions is NOT mentioned in the policy as being eligible for Incentive Awards?

Heroic acts (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of Length of Service Awards?

To honor employees for their years of dedicated service (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding Length of Service Awards?

They are awarded to employees on or before December 31 of each year (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which department is responsible for identifying employees eligible for Length of Service Awards?

The Human Resources department (D) Signup and view all the answers

When is the list of names for Length of Service Awards generated by Human Resources?

No later than March 15 of each year (B) Signup and view all the answers

How is the list of names for Length of Service Awards organized?

Alphabetically, last name first, in the appropriate length of service category (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Department Incentive Awards Committee?

Identifying employees eligible for Length of Service Awards (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum number of years of service required to be eligible for a Length of Service Award?

10 years (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is NOT true about Incentive Awards, according to the text?

They are given to employees based on their length of service (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is correct regarding the responsibilities outlined?

Human Resources is responsible for identifying employees eligible for Length of Service Awards and generating the list of names (A) Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided in the text, which of the following statements is correct?

Length of Service Awards are given annually to employees who have completed a specific number of years of service (C) Signup and view all the answers