Light Duty/Return to Duty, Move-Ups

Question 1

Light duty assignments are made in accordance with the restrictions set forth by the _________

Answer 1

authorized treating physician for Workers’ Compensation.

Question 2

Light duty may be denied if an employee does not reasonably expect to return to his regular duty within ____ from the date he/she applies for light duty.

Answer 2

six (6) months

Question 3

The Sarasota County Fire Department shall designate approved areas for light duty assignments. These assignments shall be coordinated through the ________

Answer 3

Assistant Chief of Administrative Operations.

Question 4

The need for move-ups should be evaluated when:

Answer 4

1. A working fire is declared.
2. Units are sent as mutual aide in or out of County.
3. Multiple alarms are dispatched.
4. Simultaneous incidents occur in one area of the County or in different parts of the County.
5. During training sessions that require apparatus to leave their area or be unavailable for emergency calls.
6. It appears an area will be uncovered for an extended period of time.