Seatbelt Policy

Question 1

What is the second leading cause of firefighter death?

Answer 1

MVA

Question 2

If, after investigation for seatbelt violation, it is determined the violation of policy was intentional, willful, and/or malicious it is ___________

Answer 2

grounds for immediate termination.

Question 3

If, after investigation, it is determined the seatbelt violation of policy was unintentional, discipline will be at a minimum:

Answer 3

1. First Offense – Written reprimand.
2. Second Offense - One shift (8, 10, or 24 hours; depending on work schedule)
   suspension without pay.
3. Third Offense – 30 calendar day suspension without pay.
4. Fourth Offense – Termination.

Question 4

Any employee who becomes aware of a seatbelt violation of this policy and fails to report the violation will be held _______

Answer 4

equally culpable as the offender.