Reporting_for_Duty___Tardiness.pdf

Procedure New Lenox Fire Protection District 102 Procedures Manual Reporting for Duty & Tardiness 102.1 PURPOSE This policy describes the New Lenox Fire Protection District's expectations of its employees w...

Procedure New Lenox Fire Protection District 102 Procedures Manual Reporting for Duty & Tardiness 102.1 PURPOSE This policy describes the New Lenox Fire Protection District's expectations of its employees when reporting for duty, to ensure that all members are fully capable of functioning in their capacity. 102.2 POLICY It is the policy of this Department to identify the expectations required of its members when reporting for duty in order to provide efficient and quality services to the community and to provide for the safety of its members. 102.3 PUNCTUALITY All members shall be punctual and be ready to immediately perform their duties at 0700 hours. Personnel should report directly to their lieutenant or be present at the designated location for roll call. 102.4 RELIEF Members are required to remain on-duty until relieved. Upon entering the station, it is the member's responsibility to contact the member being relieved and receive a briefing. Lieutenants shall remain on-duty until all crew members have been properly relieved unless they are otherwise directed by a Chief officer. 102.5 READINESS FOR DUTY All personnel shall be ready for duty at the pre-designated starting time. This includes shift work and other special duties (i.e. concerts or other events). It is recommended that members report for duty early so that the person being relieved can brief the on-coming shift crew of past events or needs. Ready for duty means: Being in proper uniform Put gear and equipment on assigned apparatus Check SCBA and PASS device Check the portable radio and assure a full battery If assigned visually check the ambulance for stretcher, monitor, and bags. Being physically and mentally ready for duty. It is the responsibility of the Lieutenant or acting Lieutenant to supervise relief and roll call in the morning. The Lieutenant shall: Assure the firefighters fitness for duty Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2023/12/14, All Rights Reserved. Reporting for Duty & Tardiness - 1 Published with permission by New Lenox Fire Protection District  New Lenox Fire Protection District Procedures Manual Reporting for Duty & Tardiness Assure proper relief Assure personnel are in proper uniform Communicate apparatus assignments to the crew Assure all checks and documentation is completed Assure all personnel have a portable radio Read the station notes for the past two shift days Read all unread District email Briefing with shift battalion chief on the days training, ambulance staffing, other activities, etc. Relay the days schedule and any pertinent information from the battalion chief, email, or the previous shift report. Perform a 10-minute drill Document the change of shift, personnel and assignments and any deficiencies in the station notes. 102.6 PERSONAL APPEARANCE All members shall don the appropriate uniform prior to the start of their work assignments and be properly attired at all times when representing the District as per the uniform policy.Each member should wear the appropriate uniform or protective equipment that has been approved for the activity being performed. Grooming and other areas of personal appearance shall adhere to the Personal Appearance Standard Policy. 102.7 CLEANLINESS All members should keep their persons, uniforms, desks, beds, and lockers in a neat and clean condition.If a persistent problem is noticed, the member should be notified immediately, and steps should be taken to rectify the problem. Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2023/12/14, All Rights Reserved. Reporting for Duty & Tardiness - 2 Published with permission by New Lenox Fire Protection District