Authority Challenged

Question 1

You inform patrolman there is a show me at 0930 and you want him to lead it. The patrolman indicates he doesn’t want to. The patrolman proceeds to patrol district returning to quarters after the show-me has concluded.

Answer 1

Do the actions of the patrolman violate Standards of Behavior?

Question 2

Do the actions of the patrolman violate Standards of Behavior?
Give benefit of doubt to FF, maybe he had a flat tire, was assisting public, or performing duties as FF. If he purposely missed the show-me then yes, Standards of Behavior were violated:

Answer 2

Abide by and conform to the department’s rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Perform all assigned duties and responsibilities
Exercise good judgment
Carry out any lawful order by a superior

Question 3

What actions should you take?

Answer 3

Notify BC of misconduct and consult regarding course of action
Mentor firefighters on roles and responsibilities
Have firefighters review Standards of Behavior and have them sign a copy acknowledging such
Consider seriousness of offense and past behavior
Exercise counseling, instruction, or verbal admonishment; if warranted.
Information gathering, broad based questioning
Call or allow employee to call a “Time Out” if questioning could lead to punitive action
If “Time Out” called then turn over to BC for further action
Document in business journal (No names/details)
Ensure all employees report misconduct

Question 4

Non-punitive or Punitive Action?

Answer 4

Counseling (NP) 
Verbal Admonishment (NP)
Instruction (NP)
Written Reprimand (P)
Reduction in Salary (P)
Suspension (P)
Demotion (P)
Dismissal (P)

Question 5

FBOR

Answer 5

does not apply when a covered employee, in the normal course of duty, is being provided counseling, instruction, or verbal admonishment by a supervisor.