SOP 500

Question 1

What information is included for commendation letters, when initiated in writing and forwarded through the chain of command to the Chief of the dept.
SOP 500, Sec 6.1

Answer 1

Date, time, location, pertinent facts and witnesses to the act/acts of commendations

Question 2

The Advisory Board will be comprised of three employees as follows:

SOP 500, sec 5, 4.0

Answer 2

Chief Officer (D/C) will be Chairman of the board
An employee chosen by the Chief of the department
An employee chosen by the employee charged

Question 3

The system of discipline outlined herin is based on the principal that effective discipline is aimed at _______ ________ behavior and is not based upon ______ for ______ sake.
SOP 500, Sec 1.0

Answer 3

correcting unacceptable; punishment for punishment’s sake

Question 4

In the context of discipline reinforcing behavior and performance standards expected of all employees through example/instruction that develops self-control, character, orderliness and efficiency; what are the two basic categories:
SOP 500, Sec. 5.0

Answer 4

1. Commendation of exceptional performance

2. Action to correct unacceptable behavior

Question 5

Who shall be responsible for supervision of disciplinary actions and report directly to the Chief of the Dept:
SOP 500, Sec 6.1

Answer 5

A Deputy Chief

Question 6

For a subordinate preferring charges against a supervisor, where shall the action be initiated:
SOP 500, Sec. 6.2

Answer 6

Through the accused’s immediate supervisor

Question 7

What form is completed for written corrective disciplinary actions:
SOP 500, Sec 6.2

Answer 7

FD 305

Question 8

What form is used as a written reprimand?

Answer 8

FD 312

500, Sec 4, 6.2

Question 9

What are the suspension periods?

Answer 9

4 hrs, 8 hrs, 12 hrs, 24 hrs, more than one shift (up to 240 working hours in a 12 month period)
500, Sec 4, 6.4

Question 10

What offenses may receive a penalty of dismissal on the first offense?

Answer 10

Theft, Criminal Conduct

500, Sec 6, 6.0