G.O.'s and HPM's Flashcards
What are the 5 Participative Management Philosophies (CLOPP)?
- Command Accountability
- Leadership and Innovation
- Organizational Development
- Personnel Development
- Public Responsibility
Through participative management and planning philosophies, the Department promotes what at each command level (RAD)?
- Responsibility
- Accountability
- Decision making
When shall a commander leave an itinerary?
- Away during duty hours, and…
2. Not in radio contact, or available by phone.
What are the CHP’s Professional Values?
Courage
Honesty
Professionalism
Principles Respect Integrity Determination Esprit de Corps
Who has final discretion in assigning an OIC to supervise uniformed admin. employees (i.e. Vehicle Theft Task Force, Air Ops)?
Division Commander
When planning a freeway memorial dedication, within HOW MANY DAYS (minimum) shall the Area Commander send an operations plan, and to whom?
- 30 days minimum, to…
2. Division Commander
When shall supervisors refuse to accept subpoenas for employees?
- When they are last minute, and…
2. The employee is off-duty; unless the employee has received prior notice
Under what circumstances would a commander override a supervisors refusal to accept a last minute subpoena?
- If the employee’s attendance is deemed critical, and…
2. There’s a belief the employee can be reached
While driving a PV, when are employees exempt from paying toll?
- Responding to/returning from urgent or emergency call
- Engaged in urgent or emergency response
- Response directly related to emergency response
When driving a State Vehicle, when are employees required to stop and pay toll?
- When the vehicle is not equipped with a FasTrack, or…
2. The plates are not included in a license plate tolling system.
If an employee on State business, but driving their personal vehicle, wishes to dispute toll payment, what shall they do?
Submit a memo concerning the incident to the Commander, who will then forward it to Division
If an employee on State business, but driving their personal vehicle, seeks reimbursement for toll payment, what shall they do?
Sumbit a Travel Claim
CHP enforcement efforts must be consistent with what?
CHP Organizational Values (R.E.E.F.)
ATS 415’s (A415’s) shall not include what (in regards to violators/contacts)?
- Name
- Address
- SSN
- Or any other unique personal identifying info
When a train needs to be stopped, what shall the employee notify dispatch of?
- Name of railroad
- Nature of problem
- Location
When an owner of dead livestock can’t be located or notified, and it’s necessary for an employee to store/confine a carcass, who shall immediately be notified?
Secretary of Food and Agriculture
In reference to storing/confining dead livestock carcasses (when the owner can’t be notified or located), a notification to who will satisfy the notification requirement to the Secretary of Food and Agriculture?
Appropriate hide and brand inspector
In reference to storing/confining dead livestock carcasses (when the owner can’t be notified or located), the employee shall direct removal to what kind of plant?
A reduction works plant
Ride-a-longs SHOULD be approved for?
- Non-uniformed CHP employees
- Persons considering employment with the CHP
- Persons currently involved in the Cadet Selection Process
- Cadets with WRITTEN Academy approval
Ride-a-longs MAY be approved for?
- Members of the public WITH a specific need to observe CHP operations
- Allied’s, DA’s, judges, politicians, and news media
If a CHP employee wants to do a ride-a-long with an Allied agency while ARMED, what is required?
Written approval from CHP Commander FIRST
If an Allied Agency employee wants to do a ride-a-long with CHP, what can the CHP commander require?
The Allied Agency employee to be in uniform
If an officer has identified a foreseeable hazard, but they have to leave due to a higher priority call, what shall they inform the occupant of the disabled vehicle of first?
- Officers shall warn the party of the foreseeable hazards
2. Inform them of precautions to lessen their exposure to those hazards
In regards to the reporting of highway conditions, Department personnel shall only report what?
- Existing hazards, or…
2. Potentially hazardous conditions
In regards to the reporting of highway conditions, Department personnel shall not publicly comment on conditions when?
Proper analysis would require expertise in highway design and/or maintenance
Officers may be required to double up during 0600 hours to 2200 hours under what circumstances (TIO)?
- Officer safety
- Training or field orientation
- Insufficient patrol vehicles
Who’s approval is required before officers can patrol solo between the hours of 2200 hours to 2400 hours and 0400 hours to 0600 hours?
Division Commander
The MVARS policy is to be adhered to by who?
All sworn employees who operate enforcement vehicles equipped with MVARS.
MVARS shall be powered on at all times during shift, except when?
In battery life preservation mode
What 5 enforcement actions and activities shall be recorded on MVARS in their entirety (PEE-DV)?
- Pursuits
- Enforcement contacts; including peds on freeway
- Emergency response (Code-3)
- Disabled motorists
- Vehicle searches (not inventories)
While operating MVARS, what 5 things can employees do in REVIEW mode (PRPR-V)?
- Pause live footage
- Record
- Playback
- Rewind
- View at a later time
While operating MVARS, when is the ability to “review” terminated?
When the disc is ejected
While operating MVARS, when it becomes necessary to review RECORDED password protected material, what is required?
Supervisor password
Who’s approval is required to view “buffer” time between events in the video review, or to burn loop contents via the “define new event” function?
Commissioner
In regards to MVARS, when Commissioner approval has been obtained to view “buffer” time or burn loop contents, and the administrative password has been obtained, and the the desired contents have been burned to a DVD, what shall be documented and where shall it be documented?
- The name and date the recording was obtained from the MVARS unit
- Documented in the chronological summary portion of the administrative or criminal investigation
When a MVARS unit malfunction is observed during PRE-SHIFT check, what shall happen?
- The OIC/Supervisor shall be notified
2. The employee shall make a good faith effort to troubleshoot the problem
When a MVARS unit malfunction is observed during PRE-SHIFT check, and the employee is unable to correct the problem, what shall happen?
The employee shall choose a DIFFERENT patrol vehicle.
When a MVARS unit malfunction is observed DURING SHIFT, what shall happen?
- The OIC/Supervisor shall be notified though dispatch
2. The employee shall make an attempt to resolve a MINOR issue
When a MVARS unit malfunction is observed DURING SHIFT, and the employee is unable to correct the problem, what shall happen?
The employee shall return to the office AS SOON AS PRACTICAL for a new patrol vehicle
How long are CHP 179, MVARS Pre-Shift Checklist, retained for?
Minimum of 2 years
When not directly involved, Allied Agency actions shall not be recorded via MVARS unless what?
Expressed permission is given by a CHP supervisor
In regards to MVARS, when a citizen asks if the enforcement contact is being recorded, what shall employees advise them of?
Whether or not MVARS is in the RECORD MODE
In regards to MVARS, what 8 threshold events can be reviewed?
- Incidents where employees are severely injured or killed during duties.
- Use of force by employee, including canine, resulting in death or severe injury to suspect or bystander.
- In-custody death.
- PV T/C resulting in severe injury or death (not to employee) when liability appears to be that of CHP.
- Pursuits.
- Intentional/accidental discharge of firearm.
- Intentional/accidental discharge of CEW.
- Incident generating CHP 268 or STD 270 due to severe injury to anyone.
In regards to MVARS, when can non-threshold events be reviewed?
- Employee responsible for MVARS recording voluntarily agrees.
- Prior to release of recording outside of CHP for legal request.
- To prove/disprove specific allegations of misconduct.
Who’s approval is required to review an MVARS event not covered under policy?
- Division Commander, with…
2. Notification to OER
During review of MVARS, if a supervisor discovers misconduct NOT rising to the level of AA, what shall happen?
- Use as training opportunity
2. Verbally counsel employee
During review of MVARS, if a supervisor discovers misconduct NOT rising to the level of AA, BUT the employee has PRIORS, what shall happen?
Provide the employee with written documentation (CHP 100 form)
Upon request, an employee entitled to review their MVARS recordings prior to what 6 things?
- Preparation of written documentation requested or required by the CHP.
- Preparation of written documentation related to Informal Dispute Resolution.
- Preparation for administrative interrogations/interviews.
- Preparation for civil depositions arising from duties.
- Preparation for testimony in civil/criminal proceedings arising from duties.
- When an Allied Agency is conducting a criminal misconduct investigation.
When is no fee charged for a copy of a MVARS DVD?
Produced for…
- Criminal subpoena deuces tecum, or…
- Criminal discovery order
When is a fee charged for a copy of a MVARS DVD?
Produced for…
- Civil subpoena deuces tecum, or…
- Civil discovery order
When a driver is in violation of 12951(a) VC (DL NIP), what shall the officer do?
- Confirm the DL status through CLETS/NLETS
2. Take appropriate action if the driver is AWARE of confirmed CLETS/NLETS return.
Upon issuing a CHP 215 for 12951(a) VC and subsequently finding out a driver was actually 12500(a) VC, what should the officer do?
Upgrade the CHP 215 to the appropriate section through the established complaint process.
Requests for emergency transport are to be screened for what?
- Validity
2. Urgency
If a request for emergency transport is deemed non-emergency, what shall happen?
The requestor shall be advised and assisted with finding an alternative
When officers are engaged in an emergency transport, what shall they be advised of?
The degree of urgency
When an emergency transport requires a relay into other Areas, who is responsible for coordinating the relay?
The originating command
Can an emergency transport relay from another Area be declined?
No
When involved in an emergency transport relay, who shall determine if emergency lights and siren are to be used?
The command accepting the relay
Commanders may authorize emergency transport or escorts to continue into adjacent Areas WITHOUT relay when?
- Units in adjacent Area are unavailable or delayed.
- Circumstances exist where a relay delay may be life-threatening or excessive.
- A relay would be inappropriate due to destination proximity.
- The adjacent Area is notified of the emergency transport or escort.
Who is authorized to prepare Special Alert Bulletins?
Threat Assessment Unit (TAU)
Are Special Alert Bulletins for public disclosure?
No, they shall be considered sensitive and confidential in nature.
When would TAU prepare a Special Alert Bulletin?
When they have identified an individual who may pose a threat to a state official, staff member, or state facility, or has the potential to physically approach an official or staff in an inappropriate manner.
Who is authorized to prepare Wanted Bulletins?
Local Area personnel
Are Wanted Bulletins for public disclosure?
Yes, they can be.
WHO can Wanted Bulletins be distributed to?
- Allied Agencies, and…
2. The public, to solicit assistance in locating the person and/or vehicles
Who’s approval is required to disseminate a Wanted Bulletin?
Area Commander
WHY would a local Area prepare and distribute a Wanted Bulletin?
- They need assistance in developing information regarding a wanted individual
- An arrest warrant has been issued or a wanted vehicle is still outstanding.
In regards to reporting unusual occurrences, who is responsible for making Legislative Notifications?
The appropriate AC will notify the Office of Special Representative.
In regards to reporting unusual occurrences, what considerations shall be made if an UNLISTED event is notification worthy?
- Does occurrence reflect favorably or unfavorably on the CHP?
- Does occurrence require administrative action at HQ or direction by Executive Management?
- Does magnitude of incident necessitate the dissemination of information to Allied Agencies, gov’t organizations, or media?
When serving a search/arrest warrant that requires building entry, who’s approval is required?
Division Commander
Who’s approval is needed to serve search/arrest warrants at the Area level?
- Area Commander, with…
2. Division Commander’s concurrence
Prior to the service of a warrant at the Area level, what must be done?
A critical risk assessment
Personnel not assigned to WST may participate in warrant service operations in what capacity?
- Pre-operational planning
2. Perimeter control
During the service of a warrant, how many officers are required to be in the basic tan uniform?
1
All WST operations consist of the following stages (P-BED)?
- Pre-planning
- Briefing
- Execution of operation
- Debriefing
If these factors are found to exist during warrant service pre-planning, the operation should be considered HIGH-RISK (FAV-G)?
- Location believed to be FORTIFIED.
- ASSAULT RIFLES believed to be presented potential for use exists.
- Subjects are known to be VIOLENT; particularly towards LE.
- Multiple GANG MEMBERS known to be present.
If these factors are found to exist during warrant service pre-planning, the operation shall be referred to SWAT (SHEBA-HES)?
- SUICIDAL individual.
- HOSTAGE situation.
- Known presence of EXPLOSIVES.
- BARRICADED and armed suspects.
- Attempt to AMBUSH.
- Chemical HAZARD threat.
- Para-military EXTREMIST group.
- Presence of SNIPER(S).
WST team leaders shall notify the Area Commander and Comm-Center of what prior to serving a warrant?
- Date
- Time
- Location
**Of the warrant service operation
When an Allied Agency request the use of local Area personnel to assist with a warrant operation, in what capacity shall they only be allowed to participated?
Outside perimeter containment
What are the legal requirements to meet the provisions of “Knock and Notice”?
- Knock and give notice of presence.
- Identify as police officers.
- Explain purpose.
- Demand entry and wait a REASONABLE amount of time (30 sec. is generally sufficient).
- Explicit refusal to comply.
When is “Knock and Notice” NOT REQUIRED?
When exigent circumstances exist
Exigent circumstances = emergency situations requiring swift action to prevent what 3 things?
- Serious injury or loss of life (officer and/or public).
- Serious damage to property.
- Destruction of evidence or property.
Escape of suspect(s).
When is forcible entry legal during the service of a warrant?
AFTER admittance has been REFUSED
What KIND of warrant is required to forcibly enter an unoccupied structure?
A search warrant
Service of warrants in a timely manner is required to maintain the suspect(s) right to what?
- Due process (14th Amendment).
2. Speedy Trial (6th Amendment).
In order to be considered legally valid, a warrant must be served and returned to the court within how many days?
10
During MEP’s, what are patrol units primarily focused on (PIO-P)?
- PCF violations
- Impaired driver’s
- Occupant restraints
- Prompt response to 11-25’s
During MEP’s, what are the staffing requirements for commands on 10-hour, 9-hour, and 8-hour shifts?
- 80% egress/ingress days
2. 70% days in between
On what holidays is MEP reporting required and what are the associated enforcement actions (DOS-DOS)?
- New Year’s Day - DUI
- Memorial Day Weekend - Occupant Restraints
- Independence Day - Speed
- Labor Day Weekend - DUI
- Thanksgiving Weekend - Occupant Restraints
- Christmas Day - Speed
For the New Year’s Day MEP report spanning the change in the new year (12/31 to 1/1), what information is required to be included?
- Name, and…
2. TIME of the collision
Prior to the start of the MEP, Area’s are required to send what to Division?
The name of the Area supervisor or designee who is responsible for sending the report.
By what time shall Areas send the MEP reports?
0800 hours, EXCEPT on the last day, which shall be sent by 0700 hours.
For a consent search to be lawful, what 4 requirements must be met?
- Consent must be granted FREELY and VOLUNTARILY.
- Person granting consent must have STANDING over items to be searched.
- SCOPE or LIMITATION of search must be defined and can’t be exceeded.
- Person granting consent has the right and ability to WITHDRAW consent at ANY TIME.
If a probation, parole, or PRCS search turns up NEGATIVE, how shall it be documented?
CHP 415 entry
If a probation, parole, or PRCS search turns up POSITIVE, how shall it be documented?
CHP 216 or CHP 202
If evidence or contraband is discovered during a vehicle inventory, how shall it be documented?
CHP 216 or CHP 202
If illegal items are found during a CONSENT search, how shall it be documented?
CHP 202D, CHP 216, CHP 202
Officers shall not REQUEST CONSENT absent what?
- Reasonable suspicion, or…
2. Probable cause
Upon requesting CONSENT to search, if a person is UNWILLING or UNABLE to sign the CHP 202D, can a consent search still be conducted?
No
What CHP form is required to be completed for all INVESTIGATORY CONSENT SEARCHES, regardless if a search was actually conducted?
CHP 202D
For searches conducted INCIDENTAL TO AN ARREST, how shall they be documented?
Notation made in associated CHP 216 or CHP 202
How shall patdown/frisk searches be documented?
CHP 415
When a patdown/frisk search is conducted, and it is documented on the CHP 415, what information is also required to be noted?
- Name
- DL or ID #
- Parole, probation, or PRCS
- Dispatch log #
When a patdown/frisk search is conducted, and it is documented on the CHP 415, but the officer fails to note the dispatch log #, what shall be completed?
CHP 216
If a violator initially grants CONSENT, but then withdraws it, under what circumstance is an officer permitted to CONTINUE the search?
PC is developed and/or contraband is discovered PRIOR to consent being withdrawn.
If a PC search is conducted and NO contraband is located, what shall be completed (i.e. smell marijuana, conduct search, no marijuana found)?
A CHP 216
How ofter are commands required to conduct CHP 202D audits?
Quarterly
Following a quarterly CHP 202D audit, HOW shall it be documented, and WHEN is it due?
- A Memo of Findings
2. Due NLT the 30th day of the month following the end of the quarter
In regards to the Memo of Findings that is completed following a quarterly CHP 202D audit, WHAT information is required to be in it?
- The TOTAL # of searches PERFORMED, and…
2. The RATIO of POSITIVE to NEGATIVE findings during the reporting period.
Communications with dispatch shall be via radio or MDC unless what (SEEN)?
- Exigent circumstances exist, and/or poor radio reception, and radio/MDC not practical.
- EIP tone activated and there’s a necessity to communicate with dispatch.
- Necessity exists to relate/receive confidential information.
- Supervisor deems it necessary to speak directly to dispatcher or Comm-Center.
What is the PRIMARY objective of officers responding to an active shooter incident?
Move to, confront, and STOP the active shooter(s) as quickly as possible.
What is the SECONDARY objective of officers responding to an active shooter incident?
Rescue of victims and innocent bystanders, and the treatment and evacuation of injured victims.
In regards to attendance at AI hearings, who shall they be limited to?
Person(s) or their agents, who have proper interest in the report.
What shall the scope of AI hearings be limited to?
Clarification of report CONTENT
Can AI hearings be recorded by persons with proper interest?
No
Prior to the COMPLETION of a CHP 555, what is the only information that can be released?
- Time
- Date
- Location
- Make of vehicle(s) involved
- Name(s) of vehicle occupants
In regards to completed CHP 555’s, all requests for data relating to State Highways shall be referred to who?
CalTrans
In regards to completed CHP 555’s, all requests for data relating to Unincorporated roadways shall be referred to who?
IMD
Who may initiate a request for legal interpretation or opinion?
Any command level
Can a legal interpretation or opinion request be initiated by the CHP for an agency or individual OUTSIDE of the CHP?
No, those requests have to be routed to the AG’s office via the local DA.
The original of all correspondence shall be signed in what color ink?
Blue
Prompt replies to correspondence are due within how many days?
15 WORKING days
In regards to correspondence, CHP 51WP’s (Memo) shall only be used for what?
Correspondence BETWEEN State agencies
In regards to correspondence, CHP Letterhead shall only be used for what?
Correspondence OUTSIDE of State agencies
Correspondence to State Legislators shall be coordinated with who?
Office of Special Representative
What is Category 1 correspondence?
CHP 51WP (Memo)
What is Category 2 correspondence?
CHP Letterhead
Departmental correspondence should be prepared in what type face, and what point size?
- Times New Roman or Arial type face
2. 12 point size
In regards to correspondence, Attachments are used for what?
CHP 51WP’s (Memo)
In regards to correspondence, Enclosures are used for what?
CHP Letterhead
Correspondence directed to ELECTED State officials shall be prepared on what?
CHP Letterhead
In regards to correspondence, how shall the signatory’s name and title be written (uppercase/lowercase)?
- The signatory’s name shall be in uppercase.
2. All other words will be in lowercase, with the first letters of main words capitalized.
In regards to correspondence, what mail carrier shall be used to send REGULAR and CERTIFIED mail?
United States Postal Service
In regards to correspondence, what mail carrier may be used to send NON-TIME SENSITIVE packages?
- OnTrac, or…
2. FedEx
In regards to correspondence, what mail carrier shall be used to send TIME SENSITIVE packages?
OnTrac
Comm-Nets may be used to establish policy for up to how many days?
90 CALENDAR days
How many Bargaining Unit contracts does CHP management administer?
12 of the 21
Under the Dills Act, REPRESENTED employees (rank and file) have the right to be represented by their exclusive representative regarding what (WHO)?
- Wages
- Hours
- Other terms of employment
Under the Dills Act, EXCLUDED employees (supervisors) have the right to be represented regarding what?
All matters related to employment conditions and supervisory employer-employee relations.
As far as the Department is concerned, who is covered under POBR?
All employees with the exception of cadets.
What is the Weingarten rule?
Establishes the right of a bargaining unit employee to be assisted by a union representative at an investigatory interview to which the employee has been summoned by management, when the employee reasonably believes disciplinary action may result from the interview.
A rep. desiring access to a work location must do what when requesting permission to use?
- State the purpose
2. Request approval from the Commander within a reasonable amount of time.
A rep. must obtain permission from who to engage in business relating to rep. matters during working hours?
Their immediate supervisor
The union (rep) may use designated bulletin boards in the office to post materials related to what (BERM)?
- Notices and results of any official organization committee or meeting.
- Notices of organization elections and their results.
- Notices of organization recreational and social events.
- Notices of other official organization business.
What is the rep. required to do with material they post to bulletin boards in the Area?
- Initial
- Date
- Provide a copy to the Commander
If doubt exists as to the propriety of the material posted on the employee rep (union) designated bulletin board, who would be contacted?
OER
When can a rep. distribute organization literature?
- Before or after working hours
2. During meal and rest periods in non-working areas
Can state vehicles be used by employees, or reps. while participating in representational or employee organization business?
No
When would a rep not have access to, or be allowed to use state telephones for conducting employee relations business?
- When a fee will be incurred, or…
2. The use of the telephone would interfere with the operation of the facility or the office
Can the State’s and the Department’s internal mail system be used to distribute employee organization (rep) business?
No
What shall be the Commander’s primary consideration when determining whether or not approve requests for the use of release time (union time)?
The needs of the command
Who has the authority to grant/deny release time (union time).
An employee’s supervisor
Is an employee entitled to release time (union time) when they leave the work site to meet with an organization rep. on a representational matters?
No
Can EXCLUDED employees participate in the handling of grievances or meet and confer sessions on behalf on NON-EXCLUDED employees?
No
Can NON-EXCLUDED employees participate in the handling of grievances or meet and confer sessions on behalf on EXCLUDED employees?
No
What is considered a REASONABLE amount of release time (union time) to grant to an employee and their rep. to prepare/present a grievance/complaint?
4 hours
Who has the authority to limit/extend the amount of release time (union time) granted to an employee and their rep. to prepare/present a grievance/complaint?
Management
Is an employee entitled to release time (union time) when their chosen rep. has not been designated by an employee organization?
No
Is an employee entitled to release time (union time) when they choose to represent themselves in a grievance/complaint?
No
What does a REPRESENTED employee grievance allege?
A violation of the contract (MOU)
What does a REPRESENTED employee complaint allege?
A violation of policy or procedures
What does an EXCLUDED employee grievance allege?
A violation of statues, regulations, policies or practices.
What are the levels of a complaint and who oversees each level?
- Informal Level; immediate supervisor
- Level 1; Area Commander
- Level 2; Division Commander
- Level 3; Commissioner
What are the level of a grievance and who oversees each level?
- Informal Level; immediate supervisor
- Level 1; Area Commander
- Level 2; Division Commander
- Level 3; Office of the Commissioner
- Level 4; CalHR
What elements/information must be included when a formal grievance/complaint is submitted (ASP)?
- Alleged violation - specific provision or policy violated
- Statement of the problem
- Proposed remedy
When a grievance has been submitted, and the time limits have been extended upon mutual agreement of all parties, how shall it be documented?
- In writing, and…
2. Attached to the grievance and/or responses.
When is the Department not obligated to adhere to the provisions of meet and confer?
In emergencies
Proposed changes and notices related to meet and confers all be sent to who?
OER
The State’s Management Relations Program is comprised of what 3 groups?
- Managers
- Supervisors
- Confidential employees
Under the Dills Act, do managerial employees have a right to representation?
No
What is specialty pay?
A premium pay which is paid on a monthly, rather than a daily basis.
What are the only special pay positions?
- Motorcycle
- Pilot or flight officer
- Bilingual
- Investigator
Who’s approval must be obtained prior to removing an employee from a specialty pay position?
The appropriate AC
If the removal from a specialty pay position is not a result of an adverse action, what documentation shall be provide to the employee?
Documentation advising them of the specific reason(s) for the removal.
If a Commander decides to re-assign a specialty pay employee pending the completion of the Specialty Pay Removal File, what shall be given to the employee?
A memo containing the date and location of the temporary re-assignment.
When would the removal of an employees specialty pay be processed as an adverse action?
In all incidents where there is an established nexus between an adverse action and a resulting loss of specialty pay.
Absent an adverse action, what type of file is prepared to substantiate the removal of an employee’s specialty pay?
A Special Pay Removal File
REPRESENTED and EXCLUDED employees removed for cause from a specialty pay position WITHOUT an adverse action, may appeal the decision through what process?
Grievance
Employees removed for cause from a specialty pay position WITH an adverse action, may appeal the decision through what process?
SPB appeal
When is an employee’s removal from a specialty pay position not appealable?
When its part of an operational necessity (i.e. a reduction or elimination of motorcycle or aircraft)
Who plays the most important role in any successful substance testing program?
The first-line supervisor
For the substance test to be effective, each supervisor must ensure what (DMV-C)?
- Reasonable suspicion is supported by proper DOCUMENTATION.
- The sample is properly COLLECTED.
- The chain of custody is MAINTAINED.
- The employee’s rights are not VIOLATED.
According to the substance testing policy, what role do managers serve?
They serve as the confirming official
What elements are critical to the success of the substance testing policy (the 6 C’s)?
- Consistency
- Confirmation
- Collection of sample
- Chain of custody
- Control of quality
- Contracts
What is the 4th Amendment?
Search and seizure
What is the 5th Amendment?
Self-incrimination
What is the 14th Amendment?
Due process
Employee’s serving in what kind of positions shall be subject to substance testing when it is supported by reasonable suspicion?
Sensitive
When would an employee not be subject to disciplinary action if they are asked, but refuse, to voluntarily submit to a substance abuse test?
When reasonable suspicion does not exist.
What is a sensitive position?
Any peace officer, and any other position in which drug or alcohol affected performance could clearly endanger the health and safety of others.
How many sensitive positions are there?
14
Can employee’s in non-sensitive positions be ordered to submit to substance abuse testing?
No
Circumstances, observation, and/or witness statements leading to a determination of substance abuse shall be documented in what?
Reasonable Suspicion Report
In regards to substance abuse testing, reasonable suspicion is the good faith belief based on what?
- Specific articulable facts or evidence that an employee may have violated the substance abuse policy, and…
- Substance testing could reveal evidence in support of a violation.
In regards to substance abuse testing, reasonable suspicion exists only after what?
- The confirming official has also considered the facts and/or evidence, and…
- Agrees that they constitute a finding of reasonable suspicion.
In regards to substance abuse, and non-uniformed employees, under what circumstance would a criminal arrest/investigation report be used to SUPPORT an administrative investigation?
When the incident described in the report resulted in a conviction.
Can an employee be ordered to submit to a substance abuse test based solely on the receipt of an anonymous tip?
No
In regards to substance abuse, what is a reliable informant; according to CalHR?
A peace officer who is willing to publicly testify on behalf of management.
In regards to substance abuse, is management required to disclose to the suspected employee, the name of the reliable informant?
Yes.
The employee is entitled to know who the informant is, what the informant said, and they must be given the opportunity to respond to this part of the determination of reasonable suspicion.
In regards to substance abuse, what is the role of the confirming official (APE-C)?
- CONSIDER the fact and/or evidence and agree whether or not they support reasonable suspicion.
- ENSURE accurate and proper application of the rules.
- PROVIDE guidance and direction.
- AUTHORIZE the substance test.
In regards to substance abuse, can the confirming official be the suspected employee’s immediate supervisor or the person who made the initial observation leading to reasonable suspicion?
No
In regards to substance abuse, when does the testing process begin?
After the confirming official has authorized a chemical test.
In regards to substance abuse, what test is the suspected employee required to submit to if they are suspected of being a combo?
Both breath and urine
In regards to substance abuse, how much urine shall be collected?
- At least 60 milliliters (approximately 2 fluid ounces)
2. Split into 2 containers
In regards to substance abuse, within how many hours of collecting the sample shall the command make notification to the Substance Testing Coordinator at OIA?
48 hours
In regards to substance abuse, how shall the Substance Testing Coordinator at OIA be notified a sample was collected?
- By email or fax
**The original memo shall be sent through channels
In regards to substance abuse, upon analysis of the collected sample, who are the results communicated to?
MRO
In regards to substance abuse, how long are NEGATIVE samples retained for?
3 weeks
In regards to substance abuse, how long, and at what temperature, are POSITIVE samples retained for?
- At least 1 year
2. -20 degrees
How many substance abuse kits shall be maintained at the Area office at all times?
2
In regards to substance abuse, what “pay status” should the suspected employee be placed on for the remainder of the shift on the day of the test or refusal to take the test?
Dock
In regards to substance abuse, how long should the suspected employee remain on “dock” status?
- Until the results of the test are known, and/or…
2. A decision is made regarding administrative action.
In regards to substance abuse, if only alcohol is suspected, when should the employee be returned to full duty?
The following day, if they are completely recovered from the effects.
In regards to substance abuse, what powers and requests are immediately suspended?
- Peace officer powers
2. Secondary employment requests
In regards to substance abuse, upon the collection of a sample, what shall the the supervisor provide to the suspected employee?
A memo explaining the supervisors role and the employee’s rights relative to the substance test.
In regards to substance abuse, if the suspected employee’s sample returns negative, and there is no other cause for action, they shall immediately be returned to what?
Full duty
In regards to substance abuse, if the suspected employee’s sample returns negative, and there is no other cause for action, their dock time on the day of the test shall be adjusted to what?
Paid status
In regards to substance abuse, who makes the final determination of a test result?
MRO
In regards to substance abuse, are negative test results and all other associated paperwork maintained with the suspected employees personnel folder?
No
**Unless the employee requests otherwise.
In regards to substance abuse, within how many hours should the employee be provided with documentation outlining the observations leading to reasonable suspicion?
48 hours
In regards to substance abuse, what CHP form is used for the Reasonable Suspicion Report?
CHP 202X, Workplace Substance Abuse Investigation/Voluntary Testing Report
In regards to substance abuse, upon receiving the CHP 202X (Reasonable Suspicion Report), what shall the confirming official do?
- Review the report
2. Sign the report; indicates concurrence with the determination of reasonable suspicion
In regards to substance abuse, when shall a Reasonable Suspicion Report be completed?
Whenever a determination of reasonable suspicion of workplace substance abuse leads to substance testing.
In regards to substance abuse, if a criminal investigation is conducted, does a Reasonable Suspicion Report have to be completed?
Yes
In regards to substance abuse, under what circumstance would a CHP 202X, indicating negative results, be retained in the suspected employee’s personnel file?
None
In regards to substance abuse, is a CHP 202X required to be completed when an employee voluntarily submits to a test?
Yes
In regards to substance abuse, if an employee voluntarily submits to a test, but refuses to, or is unable to, sign the CHP 202X, can a sample still be collected?
Yes, but a notation shall be made in the signature box.
In regards to substance abuse, within how many hours of a qualifying collision, is a departmental commercial driver required to submit to an ALCOHOL test?
2 hours
In regards to substance abuse, within how many hours of a qualifying collision, is a departmental commercial driver required to submit to a DRUG test?
32 hours
Who’s concurrence is required before a commander can initiate an internal investigation?
Division
What are the 4 possible outcomes of an administrative investigation (RAM-N)?
- Adverse Action
- Rejection during probation
- Miscellaneous investigation
- Non-punitive termination
What are the 6 possible outcomes of an Adverse Action (RIDD-SF)?
- Formal written reprimand
- Suspension
- Reduction in salary
- Demotion
- Involuntary transfer
- Dismissal
The Department shall only investigate allegations of misconduct when what?
There is a nexus between the act(s) and the individuals employment with the Department.
What constitutes an automatic resignation as a result of an employee being AWOL?
An unapproved absence of 5 consecutive WORKING days or more.
On what document is the Bazemore Admonition required?
MOD’s which or counseling or remedial in nature
What is a Coleman Hearing?
The process by which an employee who has resigned (by being AWOL), has the opportunity to present information to an impartial and uninvolved departmental member.
What documents are considered “closing documentation”?
- Notice of Adverse Action
- MOD
- MOF
- CHP 2
What is GC 19572?
The authority and specific charging sections for taking adverse action against an employee.
What is the Lybarger Admonishment?
Admonishment given in administrative interrogations which advise the subjects they do not have the right to refuse to answer questions.
What is the purpose of a MOC?
To formally document supervisory counseling pertaining to misconduct, behavior, or poor performance.
What is the purpose of a MOD?
To formally document supervisory counseling pertaining to misconduct, behavior, or poor performance, and to provide specific direction to preclude a recurrence.
What is the purpose of a MOE?
To formally explain the expectations for conduct or performance.
What is the purpose of a MOF?
To document the findings of a miscellaneous investigation or citizen’s complaint.
**It is used when the employee is exonerated or misconduct or when substantiated misconduct is not severe enough to warrant a more severe action such as a MOD.
What constitutes “minor” discipline?
- A penalty consisting of 1-5 working days, or…
2. An equivalent step reduction
What is a Pre-disciplinary hearing process (aka Skelly hearing)?
The process afforded to an employee (PRIOR to the penalty being imposed), and their rep, where they have the right to present material for which a notice of AA or RDP was served.
The “preponderance of evidence” standard is also known as what?
The standard of 51%
What are the 2 actions associated with progressive discipline (PC)?
- Preventative actions
2. Corrective actions
In regards to progressive discipline, what is the primary difference between formal and informal counseling?
Documentation
In regards to progressive discipline, if the employee does not have a monthly evaluation form, how shall a formal counseling session be documented?
On a MOC
In regards to internal investigations, what rank shall the assigned primary investigator be?
At least one rank higher than the highest ranking employee involved
**Unless otherwise approved by the Division Commander or the appropriate AC.
Within how many days shall the internal investigation be forwarded to OIA?
60 days from the date the Area became aware of the misconduct.
What are the 2 accepted methods for conducting an employee involved criminal investigation?
- Concurrent
2. Consecutive
When the department runs a concurrent investigation, what does that mean?
The criminal investigation is conducted simultaneously with the administrative investigation; by separate investigators.
When the department runs a consecutive investigation, what does that mean?
The criminal investigation is completed and a decision is made by the prosecuting authority prior to initiating the administrative investigation.
Allegations involving potential criminal misconduct by a non-uniformed employee shall be administratively investigated under what circumstances (MNF)?
- Criminal misconduct could lead to a FELONY conviction.
- Criminal misconduct constituting a MISDEMEANOR involving MORAL turpitude.
- Criminal misconduct where the employee has established a NEXUS to the Department.
If a departmental employee is requested to be interviewed by an agency regarding a civil rights investigation, what 3 guidelines shall apply?
- Decision to consent to interview is at the discretion of the employee.
- If the interview is conducted on state time, a departmental supervisor shall be present.
- Interviews conducted on state time shall be tape recorded.
In regards to internal investigations, who has investigative responsibility when the employee is assigned to a special assignment (i.e. task force)?
CHP commander
In regards to internal investigations, who has investigative responsibility when the employee is assigned out on a temporary assignment (i.e. protective service detail)?
Permanent CHP commander
In regards to internal investigations, who has investigative responsibility when the investigation involves multiple employees in multiple commands?
- The command with the employees associated with the most severe allegations, or…
- The command with the greatest number of employees involved.
Normally, how long from the date of misconduct discovery does the department have to investigate, conclude, and notify the employee of the proposed disciplinary action?
1 year
When may an internal investigation of an employee be re-opened beyond the 1 year time frame?
- Significant new evidence that is likely to affect the outcome of the investigation, and one of the following exists:
a. The evidence could not reasonably have been discovered without resorting to extraordinary measures.
b. The evidence resulted from the employee’s pre-disciplinary hearing response or procedure.
When would the 3 year time limit apply to an internal investigation?
When it includes financial crimes (i.e. fraud, embezzlement, falsification of records).
In regards to a rejection during probation, when does an employee have to be served with a notice of RDP?
Prior to the last day of the probationary period.
When an employee is placed on a department-initiated leave of absence, who shall the commander NOTIFY?
CalHR
If a department-initiated leave of absence extends past 30 calendar days, who’s APPROVAL IS REQUIRED FIRST?
CalHR
When an employee is placed on a leave of absence WITHOUT pay, what is required to happen with the investigation?
It must be completed, reviewed, and the employee must be served with the notice of AA within 15 CALENDAR days.
How many hours notice must be given to an employee when terminating a department-initiated leave of absence?
48 hours
Before a commander removes an employee’s peace officer powers, who’s approval is needed?
The appropriate AC
Before a commander reinstates an employee’s peace officer powers, who’s approval is needed?
The appropriate AC
What CHP form shall not be included in an internal investigation as an EXHIBIT?
CHP 268, Potential Civil Litigation Report
In regards to internal investigations, who’s approval is required when a commander believes the use of a polygraph test or VSA is necessary?
Commissioner
How long shall administrative investigation evidence be retained for?
5 years
In regards to evidence related to administrative investigations, what shall be annotated on the CHP 36?
The date of destruction
An employees locker can be searched under what 4 conditions?
- Employee is present
- Employee gives consent
- A valid search warrant is obtained
- Employee has been notified a search will be conducted
During internal investigation interviews, are DEPARTMENTAL witness statements required to be RECORDED?
Yes
During internal investigation interviews, are NON-DEPARTMENTAL witness statements required to be RECORDED?
No, but they should be, unless they object
In regards to internal investigations, who’s approval is needed prior to surreptitiously recording a departmental employee?
OIA
In regards to internal investigations, when can an employee be surreptitiously recorded?
During a CRIMINAL investigation
In regards to administrative investigations, who’s approval is needed to video record interrogations?
Commissioner
How shall all interviews and/or administrative interrogations be documented?
- Summarized in a memo, or…
2. Transcribed
In regards to administrative investigations, in what case shall the employee’s interrogation be transcribed in its entirety?
Dismissals
If a discussion is necessary, but the employee refuses to participate in an investigative INTERVIEW, what shall happen?
The employee shall be made to participate in an INTERROGATION.
In regards to internal investigations, when is an employee not compelled to provide a statement or answer questions?
When the investigation is criminal in nature
What is a CHP 8A form?
Criminal Interrogation Record
What is a CHP 8 form?
Administrative Interrogation Record
Can a criminal investigator participate in/attend an administrative interrogation?
No
Can an administrative investigator participate in/attend a criminal interrogation?
Yes
Prior to an employee being subject to additional administrative interrogations, what shall the employee be provided with?
Copies of recordings from previous administrative interrogations.
The Notice of Administrative Interrogation shall include what 4 things?
- Nature/scope of interrogation
- Rank, name, and command of all interrogators
- Date, time, and location of interrogation
- Right to representation
What is considered a reasonable amount of notice (time) to give an employee prior to an administrative interrogation?
24 hours
In regards to internal investigations, when is marital privilege NOT applicable?
When both employee’s are uniformed members of the Department.
In regards to administrative investigations, within how many days of the investigation being approved shall the employee be served with the closing correspondence?
30 days
The Division Commander is the final level of approval for an AA with a penalty of what?
- Formal written reprimand
2. 1-5 day suspension, or equivalent monthly step reduction
The respective AC is the final level of approval for an AA with a penalty of what?
- 6-20 day suspension, or equivalent monthly step reduction
2. Removal from specialty pay position
The Deputy Commissioner or Commissioner is the final level of approval for an AA with a penalty of what?
- Dismissal
- Demotion
- 20+ day suspension, or equivalent monthly step reduction
- Rejection during probation
- Non-punitive termination
What is the effective date of an AA?
NLT 25 CALENDAR days after the date of service of the notice.
Suspensions in excess of how many days shall be coordinated with OIA and the Commissioner?
42 days
When do suspension times begin and end?
Start: At the start of the employee’s shift
End: 1 minute before the shift start time on the 1st day after the suspension
An employee must have how many working days in a monthly pay period for it to be considered a qualifying pay period?
11+ WORKING days
An employee must have how many working days in a monthly pay period to qualify for paid medical benefits?
1 WORKING day
FLSA exempt employees (managers), shall not be subject to a disciplinary action suspension in less than full week increments unless what?
There is a violation of a major safety rule
What is the effective date of an AA for all managerial employees?
NLT 20 CALENDAR days after the date of service of the notice
For uniformed employees (except managers), an AA with a penalty of dismissal, non-punitive termination, or RDP, shall become effective at 1700 hours on what date?
10 BUSINESS days after the last day of the PDH period
For managerial employees, an AA with a penalty of dismissal, non-punitive termination, or RDP, shall become effective at 1700 hours on what date?
10 CALENDAR days after the last day of the PDH period
An AA with a penalty of demotion, shall become effective at 1700 hours on what date?
At least 15 CALENDAR days after the last day of the PDH period
While the effective date of an AA with a penalty of demotion is normally at least 15 CALENDAR days after the last day of the PDH period, it can be earlier. In the event it is earlier, it shall not be any earlier than what?
5 BUSINESS days after the last day of the PDH period
What is the effective date of an AA with a chosen penalty of a step reduction?
A minimum of 25 CALENDAR days from the date of service of the notice
How much state time is an employee and their rep. granted to review the administrative investigation file and prepare a PDH response?
4 hours
In regards to administrative investigations, if the service of the closing correspondence will exceed how many days, who shall be contacted?
- If service will exceed 29 WORKING days
2. OIA shall be contacted
All administrative investigation shall be destroyed after how long?
5 years; from the date the employee was served with the Notice of Adverse Action or the closing documentation.
Internal investigations which resulted in a formal written reprimand shall be retained for how long?
- 5 years, however…
- The copy in the personnel folder shall be removed after 3 years; from the date the employee was served with the Notice of Adverse Action or the closing documentation.
In regards to an administrative investigation, if closing/corrective documentation is rescinded, but an employee’s GC 3306 response is attached, what shall happen to the GC 3306 response?
It shall be returned to the employee upon destruction of the originally issued closing/corrective documentation.
At minimum, who shall serve as the PDH officer?
Assistant Chief
For RDP’s, how long can an employee’s probationary period be extended to allow for for the PDH period?
5 days
In what form may an employee request a PDH hearing?
- Orally, or…
2. In writing
If the employee requested a PDH hearing ORALLY, within how many days shall the PDH officer respond in writing?
7 CALENDAR days
If the employee requested a PDH hearing in WRITING, within how many days shall the PDH officer respond in writing?
14 CALENDAR days
The request to use leave credits to satisfy a suspension shall be submitted by what date?
Any time prior to the conclusion of the PDH period.
When appealing an AA, an employee must submit an appeal to SPB within how many days?
NLT 30 CALENDAR days after the effective date of the Notice of Adverse Action.
When appealing an RDP, an employee must submit an appeal to SPB within how many days?
NLT 15 CALENDAR days after the effective date of the rejection.
When appealing minor discipline (written reprimand), an employee must submit an appeal to OIA within how many days after receiving the PDH officer’s decision?
NLT 14 CALENDAR days after the date the PDH officer’s decision was received.
In regards to the appeal of written reprimands, if the employee in not satisfied with the PDH officer’s decision, who is the next level of appeal?
Commissioner
If an employee separates from the Department during an administrative investigation, the file shall be converted to what?
A miscellaneous investigation
If an employee begins short term military leave prior to the completion of an administrative investigation, or prior to the service of the notice or closing documentation, what shall happen?
They shall be provided with a memo advising that the 1-year time frame for completion and service has been tolled.
If an employee disability retires prior to the completion of an administrative investigation, what shall happen?
The investigation shall be completed and the employee shall be served with the Notice of Adverse Action.
If an employee resigns while an administrative investigation is pending, what shall the commander provide them with?
A Response to Voluntary Resignation
When computing seniority points, in what increments are they granted, and what dates are used for computing?
- 1/4 point for each full year served in the rank
2. Computed from the date of appointment to the date of the written examination
For non-uniformed employment vacancies, how long shall commands advertise them for, and how long are they valid?
- Advertise for a minimum of 10 BUSINESS days
2. Valid for 120 days from the posting date
An applicant who discloses illegal drug use within how many years of submitting an application SHALL BE DISQUALIFIED?
2 years
For sensitive classifications, an applicant who discloses illegal use of hard drugs within how many years of submitting an application SHOULD BE VIEWED AS A SIGNIFICANT CONCERN?
5 years
Retired annuitants can work up to how many hours per year?
960 hours
A former uniformed employee must apply for reinstatement within how many years of separation?
3 years
How shall a uniformed employee request a permissive reinstatement?
In WRITING to the Commissioner
How shall a non-uniformed employee request a permissive reinstatement?
- In person or in writing, to…
2. The hiring command where the vacancy exists
If an employee who disability retired is no longer disabled, and wishes to reinstate, what is the only requirement?
They must be at least 6 months less than the age of mandatory retirement.
Typically, how much advance notice is the Department required to give an employee who is subject to a mandatory transfer?
60 days
An employee who is subject to a mandatory transfer may waive the 60 day advance notice requirement by doing what?
Writing the Commissioner
The maximum travel distance for commanders using a state vehicle shall not exceed what?
70 miles
The maximum travel distance for non-command employees using a state vehicle shall not exceed what?
50 miles
Salary payment or reimbursement for expenses cannot take place until an employee does what?
Has taken and subscribed to the Oath or Declaration (Oath of Allegiance or Declaration of Permission to Work).
Who is authorized to administer the Oath of Allegiance or Declaration of Permission to Work?
- Uniformed sergeants and above, and…
2. Non-uniformed commanders/designees
Who may receive 2 step raises at the same time?
Managerial employees, when they are required to relocate more than 50 miles upon promotion.
What is the normal anniversary date for a merit salary adjustment?
The 1st day of the pay period following the completion of 12 pay periods of qualifying service
What is the anniversary date of a merit salary adjusted for an employee who has had their salary reduced by AA?
The normal MSA date
When a commander denies an employee’s MSA, what shall be proved to the employee?
A memo detailing why and explaining their right to appeal
When a merit salary adjustment is denied by the commander, the decision will not normally be reconsidered before what time period?
3 months have passed
When a merit salary is denied, what happens to the anniversary date?
A new one is established 12 months after the effective date of the increase
A merit salary adjustment denial is appealed through what process?
Grievance
When do 6 month probationary employees receive their written appraisals?
2, 4, and 6 months
When do 12 month probationary employees receive their written appraisals?
4, 8, and 12 months
How many hours must a 6 month probationary employee complete?
840 hours
How many hours must a 12 month probationary employee complete?
1680 hours
What are the 4 types of discretionary leave (AIR-T)?
- Regular leave of absence
- Adoption leave
- Temporary leave of absence
- Informal leave
What are the 7 types of non-discretionary leave?
- Pregnancy/parental leave
- Veteran’s educational leave
- Military leave
- Spousal military leave
- FMLA/CFRA
- NDI
- SDI
When a commander is absent from the command for an extended period of time, the position will be considered for refill after how long?
6 continuous months
Who shall complete REFRESHER training?
Uniformed employees who return after an approved leave of absence of 12 months to 2 years.
Who shall complete REINSTATEMENT training?
Uniformed employees who return after an approved leave of absence of over 2 years.
Who has the power to grant un unpaid leave of absence for up to 1 year?
Commissioner
Can sick leave credits be used prior to the effective date of leave?
- Not unless the leave is for medical reasons, and…
2. It’s substantiated by a doctors note.
The appointing power can approve a leave of absence without pay for the adoption of a child for a period not to exceed how long?
1 year
The maximum length of time for TEMPORARY leave is how long?
30 days
The maximum length of time for INFORMAL leave is how long?
10 or 11 days depending on the length of the pay period.
The maximum length of time for pregnancy/parental leave is how long?
1 year
When a female employee becomes pregnant, what is she required to do?
Provide her commander with a statement from her doctor regarding her ability to perform limited or full duty.
To be eligible for veteran’s educational leave, how many credit hours must an employee enroll in each school year?
10
How long is short-term military leave?
6 months or less
An employee who is on short-term or long-term military leave is entitled to pay for up to how long?
The first 30 CALENDAR days of leave
How long is long-term military leave?
More than 6 months, but not exceeding 5 years.
How shall an AWOL notice be sent to the employee’s last known address?
By OVERNIGHT mail
In regards to AWOL notices, when they are sent WITHIN CA, service is effective after how many CALENDAR days of the postmark?
5
In regards to AWOL notices, when they are sent OUTSIDE CA, service is effective after how many CALENDAR days of the postmark?
10
In regards to AWOL notices, when they are sent OUTSIDE the USA, service is effective after how many CALENDAR days of the postmark?
20
If an employee IS SERVED with an AWOL notice, within how many days of the service are they required to request reinstatement from CalHR?
15
If an employee was NEVER served with an AWOL notice, within how many days of the effective date of separation are they required to request reinstatement from CalHR?
90
When an employee is DISCHARGED, when must they be paid for their wages?
At the time of separation
When an employee VOLUNTARILY RESIGNS, when must they be paid for their wages?
Within 72 hours from the date of separation.
Peace officers who separate from the Department for reasons other than retirement, can only maintain DMV confidentiality of their home address for how long?
3 years following their date of separation
If a recommendation against rehire or averse comments are contained in an exit interview, what shall the employee be entitled to do?
- Read and sign the memo, and…
2. Respond within 30 days.
How long does the Department have to recoup an overpayment?
3 years
What is the mandatory uniformed retirement age?
60 years
The recoupable amount for overpayments must not exceed what?
25% of the employee’s monthly net disposable earnings
What are the collections methods an employee can use to satisfy an overpayment (PUP)?
- Payroll deduction
- Personal check/cash payment
- Use of leave credits
To be eligible to DONATE to another employee for catastrophic leave, the donating employee must have a MINIMUM balance of how much PAID leave?
80 hours
Use of catastrophic leave may not exceed how long for any one illness/injury?
12 CONTINUOUS months
Use of catastrophic leave may not exceed how long for a NATURAL DISASTER?
- 3 CONTINUOUS months, unless…
2. Extended another 3 months by the appropriate AC.
Per GC 3306, how many days does an employee have to respond in writing to any adverse comment being placed in their personnel file?
30 days
In the event a CHP 2 was previously issued for something that has turned into a “Request for Adverse Action”, what shall happen to the CHP 2?
- It shall be rescinded and destroyed, and…
2. The employee shall be notified in writing
Can 4800.5 credits be used tentatively while a case decision is pending at SCIF?
Yes
An employee, who is a military veteran and has a military disability rating of 30% or more, is entitled to how many ADDITIONAL hours of sick leave to deal with appointments related to their disability?
96 hours
In regards to bereavement leave, under what circumstances would an employee be entitled to up to 2 additional days of sick leave?
When they have to go out of state for the death
Who is authorized to sign the STD. 634?
Lieutenants and above
When an employee elects to enroll in the sick leave/vacation leave program, how long do they have to wait before they can enroll in the annual leave program?
24 months
Commanders shall REVIEW the vacation/annual leave balances for their employees on what date?
June 1 of each year
On which date will the commanders NOTIFY their employees they have to burn down their excess vacation/annual leave hours?
January 1 of each year
Sergeants in what sized commands, utilize “on call” rather than “standby” status?
2 or 3 sergeant commands
Who’s approval is needed to place an employee on ATO?
Commissioner
During a state of emergency, how much ATO can be granted to an employee?
5 days
When paid ATO exceeds 5 WORKING days, who’s approval is needed?
- Commissioner, and…
2. CalHR
How much ORGAN DONOR time is an employee entitled to?
Up to 30 WORKING days in any 1-year.
How much BONE MARROW donor time is an employee entitled to?
Up to 5 WORKING days in any 1-year.
How many hours of leave are employees entitled to use per calendar year to ATTEND family or school related activities their child is involved in?
At least 20 hours
Up to how many hours of leave are employees entitled to use per calendar year to PARTICIPATE in activities at their child’s school?
- Up to 40 hours per CALENDAR YEAR, but…
2. Not more than 8 hours per MONTH
Up to how many hours of leave are employees entitled to per calendar year for MENTORING leave?
Up to 40 hours, provided they have used an equal amount of their own time.
If an employee can’t vote outside of working hours, how much work time may they be granted to vote?
2 hours max.
When en employee is granted work time to vote, can they go vote DURING their shift?
No.
**The time is granted at the beginning or end of the regular shift.
At least how many days BEFORE the statewide election shall commanders post the employee’s rights to vote on work time on the office bulletin board?
10 days
How much advance notice does an employee have to give the commander if they plan on voting on work time?
2 days
Supplemental pay warrants (covering unpaid wages), are normally issued within how many days after the end of the pay period?
14 WORKING days
On the CHP 71, Attendance Report, how do managerial employees indicate their work week?
By marking the end of their work weeks with red lines
The decision to implement the AWW is at who’s discretion?
- Area Commander, with…
2. Division concurrence
In order to implement the AWW, a passing vote of at least what % is required?
67%
When the pay period ends on a normal work day, the commander/designee may release pay warrants when?
- On that day either at 1500 hours, or…
2. After the employee has completed all work hours
When the pay period ends on a weekend, or holiday, the commander/designee may release pay warrants when?
On the last preceding normal work day
How long are citizen complaints retained for?
5 years
How long are miscellaneous investigations retained for?
3 years
How long are grievances retained for at the affected command?
3 years
A MANAGER who possesses a B.A. is eligible to receive how much more money?
$100.00
A MANAGER who possesses a M.A. is eligible to receive how much more money?
$200.00
Who is considered a Category 1 motorcycle rider?
Presently capable of performing motorcycle enforcement duties
Who is considered a Category 2 motorcycle rider?
- On a 1 year probationary status, and…
2. Assigned a CMTO for 30 day working period.
To qualify for swing shift differential pay, how many hours, and between what times, does an employee have to work?
- 4+ hours
2. Between 1800 hours and 0100 hours
To qualify for grave yard differential pay, how many hours, and between what times, does an employee have to work?
- 4+ hours
2. Between 2300 hours and 0600 hours
Per FMLA and CFRA requirements, how many weeks of unpaid job protected paid leave is an employee entitled to?
12 weeks
When an employee submits a request for FMLA/ CFRA leave, within how many days of receiving the request, shall the supervisor provide them with a CHP 738, notice of Eligibility and Rights and Responsibilities?
5 BUSINESS days
For a FMLA/ CFRA leave request for a foreseeable event, how much advance notice must an employee provide their supervisor?
30 days
What are the month and hour requirements for an employee to be eligible for FMLA/CFRA leave?
- Employee must have worked at least 12 months of state service, and…
- Worked at least 1,250 hrs immediately before the date the FMLA/CFRA leave is to start
Is paid leave due to job related injuries (4800.5) counted toward satisfying the 1,250 hours worked requirement?
No
Up to how much time is an employee allowed to take for baby bonding leave, and within what time period must it be taken?
- Up to 12 weeks of leave
2. Within the 1st year of the babies birth
In regards to baby bonding leave, what is the minimum duration of leave an employee is allowed to take at one time?
2 weeks
In regards to baby bonding leave, if an employee requests, they must be permitted to, take a leave of at least what?
1 day, but less than 2 weeks; at least twice during the 12 week period
An employee who is on an AWW schedule, who is also on FMLA/ CFRA leave for 30+ continuous days, must revert back to what schedule?
Monday - Friday, 8-hour shift
An employee is entitled to take up to how many weeks of FMLA leave during a single 12 month period for military caregiver leave?
A combined total of 26 WORK weeks
What are the 3 classifications of citizens complaints?
- Category 1
- Category 2
- Other
“Other” complaints include what types of complaints (DCRF)?
- Departmental
- Citation validity
- Rescinded
- Frivolous
“Non- Complaints” include what type of complaints (VOOT)?
- Traffic
- Vehicle storage/ impound validity
- Other agency
- Off duty conduct
What are the 5 complaint findings, in order of severity (SUUDE)?
- Sustained
- Unintentional error
- Undetermined / No finding
- Departmental
- Exonerated
All complaints shall be acknowledged by correspondences within how many days?
5 BUSINESS days
In regards to receiving citizens complaints, when is interim correspondences not required?
- When the complainant original contacts the department in person, and…
- The requisite information was provided at that time
When shall the complainant be requested to return the CHP 240B or CHP 240D?
Within 10 BUSINESS days
When a complainant makes a claim of monetary damages what forms shall they be provided with?
- CHP 287, Claims of 1,000 or less, or…
2. Board Of Control Tort Claim
Normally, within how many days should a regular complaint be completed?
60 days
Normally, within days should a Legislative complaint be completed?
30 days
When is a Chronological Log required in a COMPLAINT?
Category 1 investigation
If during a citizens complaint a supervisor wants to record an INTERVIEW with an employee, outside the scope of a formal administrative interrogation, what is required?
Employee consent FIRST
During a citizens complaint investigation, why would it be necessary to exam the employee’s complaint history?
To determine the existence of previous complaints which would be relevant to the current investigation.
If an employee’s complaint history reveals certain trends which is used in determining the findings of the current complaint, where should it be documented?
In the “findings” section
When shall closing correspondence be sent to a complainant?
After the investigation has been approved at the appropriate level.
Closing correspondence shall be sent to the complainant within how many days of the investigation being approved?
30 CALENDAR days
In regards to citizens complaints, when shall commanders take corrective action against employees.
When employee was in error, whether it was intentional or not.
In regards to citizens complaints, corrective action shall be in one of which 4 forms ?
- Request AA
- CHP 2 (censurable)
- MOD
- MOF
Generally, area commanders are the final approval authority for what category of citizen complaints?
Category 2
The employee should be provided with the opportunity to review the citizens complaint investigation in its entirety, EXCEPT for what portion?
The list of exhibits
Up to what point can a compliant investigation be amended?
Any time prior to discussion and review with the employee
If a complaint investigation needs to be amended AFTER it has been designated as final and complete, how shall any changes be documented?
- Changes made by memo, and…
2. New CHP 240 shall be generated with the “amended box” checked
If a complaint investigation has been amended, when is new closing correspondence required to be sent to the citizen?
When the finding has been changed in a substantive manner.
In regards to citizen complaint investigations, what is the Information File?
A catalogue of complainants who have demonstrated a propensity towards the filing of frivolous, spurious, or suspicious complaints.
Who conducts the complaint investigation if the complainant disagrees with, and appeals the findings of the initial investigation?
The succeeding (next) level of command.
In regards to the EAP program, Magellan Healthcare is required by law to release information under what circumstances (SHAC)?
- When records are lawfully subpoenaed.
- When an individual expresses a desire to harm themself or another person.
- If child or elder abuse is suspected.
- If the individual confesses to a crime.
In regards to EAP, how many sessions is an employee entitled to?
7 sessions; per problem, per fiscal year.
In regards to the Peer Support Program, confidentiality will be maintained except in what circumstances (CSH)?
- Employee misconduct constitutes criminal activity.
- Peer Support volunteer is subpoenaed to testify concerning information shared by the employee.
- When employee expresses desire to harm themself.
Commanders make recommendations for an employee’s participation in the Peer Support program based on what?
- Job performance
- Observed interpersonal skills
- Maturity
- Judgment
- Personal and professional credibility
A Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (CISD) should be scheduled within how many hours of a critical event?
24-72 hours
What is the only situation where an employee’s attendance is mandatory at a Critical Incident Stress Debriefing?
When the employee was involved in a shooting.
Within how many hours of a shooting incident shall the commander refer the involved employee(s) to a Critical Incident Stress Debriefing?
72 hours
What does the mandatory portion of the Wellness Program require commanders to do?
- SUPPORT the concepts of wellness, health, and fitness
2. DISSEMINATE wellness information to all employees.
What does the discretionary portion of the Wellness Program allow commanders to do?
COORDINATE wellness activities for all employees within their command.
How often does the Command Occupational Safety Committee meet?
Quarterly
Who assigns preventability when it comes to occupational injuries/illnesses, and and recordable vehicle collisions?
Commander
The assignment of preventability may be appealed to who for REVIEW only?
Command Occupational Safety Committee
In regards to command occupational safety practices, after what PREVENTABLE events shall a commander meet with an employee (HIC)?
- Collisions
- Injury/illness
- Hazardous exposure
An injury/illness/collision which occurs during an employee’s temporary assignment, shall be charged to who, UNLESS what?
- Temporary command, unless…
2. The assignment is for a civil disturbance
An injury/illness/collision which occurs during a civil disturbance, shall be charged to who?
Permanent command
An injury/illness/collision which occurs while an employee is temporarily assigned to and/or under the direct supervision of an entity other than the Department, shall be charged to who?
Appropriate AC
An injury/illness/collision which occurs while an employee is traveling to or from a temporary assignment, shall be charged to who?
Permanent command
Within how many days is a command required to respond to a complaint letter received from the Division of Occupational Safety and Health?
14 CALENDAR days
How long is a copy of the complaint letter from the Division of Occupational Safety and Health, and the commands response, required to be posted in a prominent location in the office?
3 days minimum
How many hours of COMMENTARY driving are uniformed employees required to have per year?
1 hour
What are the 3 categories of methods for controlling hazardous exposure to potentially hazardous conditions and substances (ACE)?
- Engineering controls
- Administrative controls
- Control of PPE
What is a record only injury/illness?
Does not require first-aid or medical treatment.
What is a first-aid injury/illness?
Involves one time medical treatment.
What is a non-disabling injury/illness?
Requires more than first aid, or may require more than one-time medical care, but the employee is able to return to work (full or light duty), following the date of injury/illness.
What is a disabling injury/illness?
The employee is unable to return to work following the date of the injury/illness.
What is a serious injury/illness?
Requires overnight hospital care other than for observation, a lengthy disability status, or disability retirement.
What is a recurrence of an injury/illness?
The injury/illness does not have a new, clearly defined incident to cause a flare-up.
**A spontaneous reappearance of a prior condition.
What is an aggravation of an injury/illness?
The injury/illness has an identifiable new incident which caused the flare-up.
**Shall be processed as a new injury.
Whenever an employee is off-duty as a result of a psychological reason, to include stress, what shall happen?
Peace officer powers shall be revoked
How often shall commanders CONTACT SCIF to review the status of those cases where an employee has been placed off-duty?
Monthly
How often shall commanders REPORT their injury case management activity TO DIVISION?
Quarterly
How often, and by which date, shall commanders submit CHP 121D’s, Injury/Illness Case Status Report, to Division?
- Monthly
2. By the 10th of each month
HOW, and UNDER WHAT CIRCUMSTANCES, would a commander be required to notify the appropriate AC, of an illness/injury to an employee.
- Via Comm-Net, when…
2. An employee has been off-duty as a result of an occupational injury/illness for 30+ CALENDAR days
How shall all CHP 121 packets be sent to State Fund?
Via fax
In the event of death, or serious injury/illness to an employee, who shall the commander immediately notify?
- Division, and…
2. Appropriate AC
In the event of death, or serious injury/illness to an employee, within how many HOURS shall the commander send a MIS-Web message to the appropriate AC and DRU?
24 hours
In the event of death, or serious injury/illness to an employee, within how many HOURS shall the Department of Industrial Relations, Division of Occupational Safety and Health, be notified?
8 hours
When an APPLICANT sustains an injury/illness, who is responsible for initiating and routing the CHP 121?
The supervisor managing the application process.
Within how many days of injuries/illnesses shall the Cal OSHA Log be updated?
6 WORKING days
The commander shall review and sign the CHP 121 packet within how many days?
3 days
The employee shall review and sign the CHP 121 packet within how many hours?
24 hours
The commander shall forward the CHP 121 packet to State Fund within how many days?
5 days
Within how many days of the initial notification or any status change, shall the employee’s CHP 442, Individual Accident, Injury and Safety Recognition Record, be updated?
3 days
A SCIF 3301, Employee’s Claim for Worker’s Compensation Benefits, shall be initiated and provided to an employee within 24 hours of a notification of an alleged injury/illness, unless what?
Injury is record only or first aid only.
How many physicians can an employee pre-designate with a CH 242?
1
In regards to an employee pre-designating a physician, what limitations are set on the selected physician?
- Physician must have previously provided medical treatment to the employee
- Physician must currently retain their permanent medical file
Who can initiate a fitness for duty examination on an employee?
- The Department
2. State Fund
Prior to a commander initiating a fitness for duty examination, who’s approval is required?
Appropriate AC
When an employee is on limited duty, what are they prohibited from doing?
- Wearing a uniform
- Displaying a badge
- Operating an enforcement vehicle
In TOTAL, a limited duty assignment shall not exceed how long?
2 years
Commanders may authorize limited duty for up to how long?
1 year
Who’s authorization is required to request an extension of limited duty beyond 1-year?
CalHR
Who shall not be approved for a limited duty assignment?
- Employees who have attained the minimum retirement age
- Employees who have depleted available leave credits
- Employees who are awaiting a disability retirement
When an employee refuses to perform a medically approved and Department-ordered limited duty assignment, what shall the commander do?
- Remove the employee from pay status, and…
2. Initiate action to terminate employment
If an employee is given an Options Letter, how long should they normally be given to review the letter?
No more than 14 days
In regards to job-actions, what is a wildcat strike?
Less than statewide participation
What shall affected area commanders maintain during a labor strife?
A daily record of chronological events associated with the labor dispute.
In regards to job-actions, if an employee says they are too sick to go to the doctor to obtain a medical verification, what may the commander do?
Have the employee transported to a state doctor via ambulance; with the appropriate AC’s concurrence
In regards to job-actions, if an employee refuses to submit to a doctor’s examination, based on religions grounds, they shall be advised of what?
Their claim is invalid; unless they already have an affidavit on file with SPB
What job-action is constitutionally protected?
Picketing
In regards to job-actions, the use of what employees is most desirable when filling the void left by striking employees?
- Confidential
- Supervisory
- Managerial
While the CHP 14, Leadership Development Plan, is optional, when shall it be discussed with supervisors and managers?
During the annual performance evaluation
How many Critical Tasks have been identified as essential to performing the job of an officer?
8
The annual performance appraisal shall be completed within how many days of the employee’s anniversary date?
60 days
In regards to performance appraisals, probationary reports shall be completed within how many days of what?
Within 10 days of the end of 4 months, 8 months, and 12 months.
When is a CHP 100 NOT required to be completed?
- Employee is off for the entire month
2. The employee is a trainee in FTEP
In regards to the CHP 100, all road patrol officers shall be evaluated in what Critical Tasks?
1-7
In regards to the CHP 100, when are supervisor comments mandatory?
Ratings of “excellent” or “needs improvement”.
Under what circumstances would an employees annual performance appraisal period be EXTENDED 3 additional months after returning to work?
When they have been off work for 30+ consecutive WORKING days.
How many Critical Tasks have been identified as essential to performing the job of a sergeant?
10
Regardless of anniversary date, what is a sergeants performance appraisal evaluation period?
Jan 1 - December 31 of the preceding calendar year
Who’s responsibility is it to initiate a CHP 131, Promotional Development Assessment?
A sergeants, during the annual evaluation process.
In regards to the CHP 112, all sergeants shall be evaluated in what Critical Tasks?
1-7
When the commander identifies training needs for a probationary sergeant, what shall be prepared?
A Career Development Plan
In regards to probationary sergeants, when their final probationary CHP 118S is completed within 90 days of the end of the calendar year, the probationary CHP 118S can be attached to the annual performance appraisal with what comment?
“No change in performance”.
The CHP 131, Promotional Development Assessment, is used to assess what?
A sergeant’s readiness for promotion to Lieutenant.
If a sergeant requests to complete a CHP 131, Promotional Development Assessment, within how many days shall they return it to the “rater”?
5 WORKING days
How many Critical Tasks have been identified as essential to performing the job of a manager?
10
Regardless of anniversary date, what is a managers performance appraisal evaluation period?
Jan 1 - December 31 of the preceding calendar year
In regards to performance appraisals for managers, is one required to be done when they transfer?
Yes
In regards to performance appraisals for managers, is one required to be done if the manager transfers within 3 months of receiving their annual performance appraisal?
No
In regards to performance appraisals for managers, is an appraisal required to be done if it is within 3 months of having received a transfer appraisal?
No
When is an area required to have an “alternate” FTEP coordinator?
When they have been assigned 2+ trainees
Who shall the Area Commander immediately notify when they initiate a RDP of a trainee?
- Division Commander, and…
2. Statewide FTEP coordinator
A minimum of how many hours of training shall be provided to the trainee per FTEP phase?
187 hours
At the conclusion of the 4 FTEP training phases, a trainee shall have been provided a minimum of how many training hours?
600 hours
Typically, how long are trainee EXTENSION periods during FTEP?
2 weeks
Generally, who’s approval is needed for ONE trainee EXTENSION period during FTEP?
Commander
Generally, who’s approval is needed for ADDITIONAL trainee EXTENSION periods during FTEP?
Division Commander
During FTEP, a trainee’s dispatch sit-along shall occur prior to what?
Starting Phase 4
During FTEP, how many ride-a-longs shall the FTEP sergeant(s) perform?
At least one
During FTEP, when is a manager required to interview the trainee?
At the end of the 1st and 3rd phases of training.
Every FTO shall possess what?
- POST basic certificate
- 1 year of patrol experience
- FTO basic course completion
- Supervisor’s recommendation
- Crisis Intervention Behavioral training
In what 3 ways can a trainee separate from the Department during FTEP (RAR)?
- Adverse action; appealable through SPB.
- RDP
- Resignation
Before accepting a trainee’s resignation during FTEP, the trainee should normally be given how much time to re-consider?
48 hours
In regards to the EEO policy, how many protected groups are there, and what are they (GRANDMA C GRRMMPSS)?
18
- Gender (+2 for Gender ID and Gender Expression)
- Race
- Age
- National Origin
- Disability
- Marital Status
- Ancestry
- Color
- Genetic info
- Religion
- Retaliation
- Medical condition
- Military or Veteran status
- Political affiliation
- Sex
- Sexual Orientation
Define sexual harassment.
- Unsolicited and unwelcome advances, requests for sexual favors, and…
- Other verbal, physical, or visual conduct of a sexual nature.
What are the 2 types of sexual harassment?
- Quid pro quo
2. Hostile work environment
Sexual harassment is measured by what?
The reasonable person standard
In regards to the EEO policy, in order for conduct to be determined to have created an intimidating, host, or offensive work environment, what 3 criteria must exist?
- The behavior must be of a sexual nature
- The behavior must be unwelcome
- The behavior must be severe/pervasive enough to create hostile, intimidating, or offensive work environment
Within how many months of promotion are supervisors and managers required to complete sexual harassment training?
6 months
How did the California Fair Employment and Housing Act broaden the definition of a disability?
They specified the disability required a limitation of a major life activity, but not necessarily a substantial limitation.
Federal and State law prohibit the Department from making inquiries into an applicant’s medical status/history prior to when?
Prior to making a conditional offer of employment.
In regards to the EEO policy, commanders are required to consider using applicants from what list when filling applicable non-uniformed positions?
LEAP lists
A service animal can only be what?
- A canine, or…
2. Miniature horse
A service animal does NOT include what?
Dogs or miniature horses that provide minimal protection, emotional support, or other comfort.
When determining if a service animal is for a disability, or for emotional support, what is the key determining difference?
Whether the animal has been trained to perform a task and/or a function.
CA law requires officers in any criminal or quasi-criminal investigation to make a good-faith effort to provide an interpreter without delay for a person with a hearing impairment, UNLESS what?
The individual with the hearing impairment affirmatively indicates they do not need or cannot use an interpreter.
Under what circumstances can a reasonable accommodation request be denied?
- When the request would cause an undue hardship on the operation of departmental programs, or…
- It can be shown the person would pose a direct threat to the health and/or safety of themselves or others
In regards to the EEO policy, what purpose does an EEO COUNSELOR serve?
- Intake and potential resolution, of…
2. INFORMAL discrimination complaints
In regards to the EEO policy, what purpose does an EEO INVESTIGATOR serve?
- Inquiring into, and reporting the finding of facts, of…
2. FORMAL discrimination complaints
In regards to EEO complaints, who are the STATE agencies designated to accept complaints?
- Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH)
2. Department of Industrial Relations (DIR)
In regards to EEO complaints, who are the FEDERAL agencies designated to accept complaints?
- Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
2. Department of Labor
In regards to EEO investigations, the EEO investigator shall be what rank?
At least 1 rank higher than any alleged-discriminatory employee.
A discrimination complaint must be filed with the EEOC within how many DAYS of the last discriminatory act?
300 days
A discrimination complaint must be filed with the Department of Labor within how many DAYS of the last discriminatory act; UNLESS extended by who?
- Within 180 days, unless…
2. Extended by the Deputy Assistant Secretary
For those covered under the Rehabilitation of Veteran’s Act, a discrimination complaint must be filed with the Department of Labor within how many DAYS of the last discriminatory act?
300 days
A discrimination complaint must be filed with the DFEH within how many DAYS of the last discriminatory act, or termination?
365 days
A discrimination complaint must be filed with the DIR within how many DAYS of the last discriminatory act?
180 days
For those who allege retaliation against victims of DV or sexual assault, a discrimination complaint must be filed with the DIR within how many YEARS of the alleged violation?
1 year
For those who allege they are being paid less than an employee of the opposite sex doing the same job, a discrimination complaint must be filed with the DIR within how many YEARS of the alleged violation?
2 years
If a complainant becomes aware an act was discriminatory after all timelines have expired, the external compliance agency will do what?
Allow an additional 90 days to file a complaint.
In regards to the discrimination complaint process, can an employee file BOTH a grievance and a complaint FOR the SAME violation?
No, they shall use one or the other procedure.
What are the 2 distinct levels of the INTERNAL discrimination complaint process?
- Informal level (EEO counselors)
2. Formal level (EEO investigators)
At the INFORMAL level, the complainant has how many months from the last date of incident, to contact an EEO counselor?
11 months
In regards to a discrimination complaint, when can the complainant NOT be assured their anonymity will be kept?
When the complaint involves allegations of an egregious nature.
What is the only circumstance where anonymity CAN be maintained during the EEO complaint process?
When an informal EEO complaint is resolved by an EEO COUNSELOR at the lowest possible level.
If an employee is not satisfied with the results of an EEO COUNSELOR’S inquiry at the INFORMAL level, within how many days of the results are they required to appeal to the Division Commander?
10 WORKING days
An employee who alleges discrimination as the motive for an AA or RDP must file an appeal directly with who?
SPB
An employee who alleges DISCRIMINATION in AA’s must file an appeal with SPB within how many days of what?
30 CALENDAR days after service of the Notice of Adverse Action
An employee who alleges DISCRIMINATION in RDP’s must file an appeal with SPB within how many days of what?
15 CALENDAR days of the effective date of RDP
When investigating discrimination complaints filed directly through the EEOC/DFEH, when the complainant is NOT a CHP employee, who’s permission must be obtained to contact the complainant?
OEEO
The “title page” of an EEO investigation must contain what 3 elements?
- Equal Employment Opportunity Investigation
- Applicable case numbers (Division and EEO #’s)
- The word “CONFIDENTIAL”
In regards to discrimination complaints, to establish a prima facie case of retaliation, the employee must show what 3 things (PAL)?
- Employee engaged in protected activity
- The employer subjected employee to an “adverse action”
- A causal link exists between the protected activity and “adverse action”
**EEOC defines “adverse action” as: an action taken to try and keep someone from opposing a discrimination practice, or from participating in an employment discrimination proceeding.
In regards to the EEO policy, how often does the Department conduct language surveys?
Every 2 years (even numbered)
Who has the authority to approve IN-state travel and related expenses for their employees?
Division Commander
Who has the authority to approve OUT of state travel, BORDERING state travel, and NON-departmental conference travel along with related expenses?
Deputy Commissioner
With the exception of short-term rentals, all travel arrangements shall be booked through who?
Concur Travel - CalTravel Store
What system shall employees use to request travel advances and submit travel claims?
CalATERS
What is defined as short-term travel?
Travel of less than 24 hours to 30 days
What is defined as long-term travel?
Travel of 31+ days
Per diem will not be allowed within how many miles of an employee’s home location (HQ)?
50 miles
Travel advance requests shall not exceed expenses for how many days?
30 days
Travel advances shall not be requested for expenses less than what amount?
$25
Travel advances shall be submitted within how many days minimum and maximum of travel?
- At least 2 days prior to, but…
2. No earlier than 2 weeks prior to
Employee’s shall clear (provide verification for) their travel advances within how many days after their travel?
10 CALENDAR days
For employee’s with state-sponsored charge cards, within how many days of receiving the bill, shall they pay the bill in full?
30 days
Generally, all original receipts shall be furnished when seeking reimbursement over what amount?
$25
All original receipts shall be furnished when seeking reimbursement for continuous parking fees over what amount?
$10
All original receipts shall be furnished when seeking reimbursement for telephone, fax, or other business charges related to state business over what amount?
$5
All original receipts shall be furnished when seeking reimbursement for bridge and road tolls, streetcar, ferry, etc., fees over what amount?
$10
Can an employee use AirBnB to book short-term lodging?
Yes
Can an employee use Expedia, Travelocity, and/or Priceline to book short-term lodging?
No
When is an employee entitled to an incidental allowance while traveling?
For each full 24-hour period
When shall employee’s not claim lunch or incidentals on travel?
When travel is less than 24 hours
When an employee who is traveling on state business gets sick, up to how many sick days can a commander approve?
3 days max
When may an employee claim additional OT meals?
For each additional 6-hour period.