11.1 Administrative Procedures Flashcards
Are travel expenses for interviews reimbursable?
No.
When is per diem allowed? How much distance?
When on travel status more than 50 miles from HQ. Not allowed if within 50 miles of residence.
What is travel status?
Employee is more than 50 miles from HQ and more than 50 from his/her residence.
Can overtime meals be claimed while on travel status?
No.
When are receipts for business expenses needed?
Over $5.
What is a long term assignment?
Any assignment of 31 days or more to a given location other than the employee’s headquarters.
When are receipts required for lodging?
Always.
Can an employee claim sick leave while on travel status?
Yes. 3 days maximum.
What is the minimum request for a travel advance?
$25.
A travel advance should not exceed estimated expenses for _______ days
30 days.
If a travel advance is not used for some reason, when does it have to be returned to the Dept?
Within 30 days of issuance.
When do travel advances have to be requested?
Within 2 weeks of the trip.
Who reviews travel advances?
The reviewing officer, most likely the LT.
What per diem can be claimed on travel status for less than 24 hours?
Lodging with a receipt, breakfast and dinner.
Can lunch be claimed for travel status less than 24 hours?
No.
What is the maximum amount of OT meals that can be claimed in 24 hours?
Three.
Can expenses for out of state travel be placed on the same TEC as regular travel?
No. Out of state expenses go on separate TEC.
How often are TECs submitted?
Not more than once a month.
Are there exceptions?
If a claim is less than $10, it can be placed on the next months TEC.
Employees who qualify for relocation status may claim per diem allowances for a maximum of ______________ days.
60 days.
In order to qualify for relocation per diem, the move must be a minimum of how far?
50 miles plus the number of miles between the old residence and old headquarters.
What items are field commands authorized to sell?
- Copies of collision reports (parties of interest).
- Photographs for Accidents and Investigations.
- Discarded tires, junk batteries, and used rotors.
- Other records (in accordance with Ch. 4, paragraph 4).
When are supplemental reports to a TC report provided to interested parties?
Upon request.
What is the fee for counter reports?
Free if the involved party wants a copy when they complete it. $10 if they want a copy of the finished official report..
What is the fee for photographs?
The cost to the Department to process the photos, including tax
Do agencies that get TC reports for free from the Department have to pay for photographs?
Yes. Same cost as anyone else.