When minor infractions occur, a written reprimand may be issued by a superior officer to a subordinate. Such reprimand shall not be issued without the approval of the Battalion Chief. A meeting shall be held between the affected member, the issuing officer, and the Battalion Chief. The affected member shall have union representation at this meeting if desired.
If the member so chooses, during this meeting, the reprimand shall be reduced to charges and pursued through the disciplinary process. The member may, within five (5) days or two (2) work tours, request a review of the reprimand by the Deputy Chief in charge of that platoon or bureau. The Deputy Chief's decision shall be final.
If a written reprimand is issued by a Battalion Chief, it shall be reviewed by the appropriate Deputy Chief within five (5) days or two (2) work tours.
Upon the approval of the Deputy Chief, notice of the written reprimand shall be forwarded to the Fire Administration and recorded on the disciplinary record of the affected member. This reprimand shall remain a part of the disciplinary record for a period of one (1) year.
In the event that the procedure as set forth in this section is not followed, then the charges against the member will be dismissed without prejudice.
Written reprimands shall be issued within the time frames required for the issuance of charges as specified in Section 2125.20, "Suspension or Disciplinary Action".
(Ord. 594-06. Passed 8-22-06.)