Ch3

Question 1

All employees are expected to maintain a neat, clean, and professional
image. Any disputes between the employee and supervisor related to this section will be
forwarded to the employee’s executive director for guidance. If a resolution cannot be
reached at the command level, the __________ will be consulted to provide
a final decision in the matter.

Answer 1

Human Resources director

Question 2

Why was Uniform committee established?

Answer 2

A Uniform Committee was established to maintain a professional appearance and
control the various uniforms.

Question 3

The Uniform Committee will meet when necessary and consists of representatives
from the following:

Answer 3

1. Chair – Department of Administration
2. Department of Law Enforcement
   3 Department of Fire Rescue and Emergency Services
3. Department of Detention and Community Programs
4. Central Supply
5. Purchasing Division
6. Bargaining unit representatives
7. ICJS/Training Division

Question 4

The Uniform Committee’s recommendations will be sent to who?

Answer 4

The Uniform Committee’s recommendations will be sent to the Undersheriff or
designee for review and approval or disapproval.

Question 5

MEN: Hair will be neat, clean, trimmed, and not extend more than __________ from the scalp. Hair will not cover more than one inch of the
ear from the top and any part of the collar. Beads, ornaments, and
ponytails are not permitted.

Answer 5

three
inches

Question 6

Neatly trimmed mustaches may be worn but will not extend more
than___ beyond the corners of the mouth or extend over the upper
lip.

Answer 6

1/2”

Question 7

Beards and goatees shall be neatly trimmed and shall not exceed
_____ in length. No employee shall wear a beard cut in the
shape of letters, numbers, designs, lines, or artwork

Answer 7

one quarter inch

Question 8

For uniformed employees and employees who have direct contact with
patients and/or inmates, fingernails shall not extend beyond the fingertip for
males or exceed more than_____ from the end of the finger for females.

Answer 8

¼ inch

Question 9

Jewelry that does not project a _____ such as numerous and
large rings or bulky bracelets will not be worn by on-duty employees.

Answer 9

positive business image

Question 10

T or F?

Jewelry worn as neckwear by uniformed employees will not be visible to the public.

Answer 10

T

Question 11

Earrings may not exceed ____ in
diameter.

Answer 11

six millimeters (mm) or a quarter inch

Question 12

Employees are prohibited from having visible body alteration, modification,
or mutilation. This does not refer to commonly accepted cosmetic medical
procedures, such as a ____

Answer 12

“facelift.”

Question 13

Permanent marks, brands, designs, or art made with pigments inserted
through the skin’s top layer.

Answer 13

Tattoos:

Question 14

Visible tattoos that are compliant with policy and approved by a supervisor
must be

Answer 14

photographed and submitted to Human Resources for placement
in the employee’s file.

Question 15

Court/Meeting Attire: The Class A or B uniform/______
(civilians) will be worn to all court-related appearances.

Answer 15

Business professional attire

Question 16

Uniformed employees will wear the Class B uniform unless:

Answer 16

a. Their duty assignment requires or allows the Class A or Class C
uniform.
b. Directed by their supervisor to wear other clothing per unit SOP.
c. They are on a light duty or restricted status. In either of these
statuses the employee will wear business professional attire.

Question 17

Deputies may purchase a black long-sleeve undergarment to be worn with
the uniform shirt during cold weather. The black undergarment will not have
any logos or brand names visible. The only allowable logo, if desired, is
“BSO” in gold block letters on the ___.

Answer 17

neckline

Question 18

BSO-issued long-sleeve green shirt and long black tie or optional women’s petite
cross-over tie with the following:
1. Law enforcement or detention badge
2. BSO shoulder patches
3. Name tag
4. Rank insignia if applicable
5. Specialization emblems if applicable
6. __________
7. Bargaining unit emblems (optional)

Answer 18

Ribbon bars (optional)

Question 19

Uniformed deputies will only wear holsters,
gun belts and accessories issued through ___

Answer 19

Central Supply.

Question 20

Holsters having an index finger release are not authorized because of the
potential to cause _____

Answer 20

an unintentional discharge.

Question 21

Shoulder holsters designed to ensure firearm retention and safety are
authorized for on-duty .

Answer 21

Aviation Unit Pilots and Tactical Flight Officers

Question 22

Mandatory gun belt items are:

Answer 22

a. Gun Belt: Belts must be black basket weave and Velcro-backed.
b. Holster and Firearm
c. Magazine Pouch
d. Handcuffs and Case
e. Radio and Holder:
f. Less Than Lethal Weapon: All uniformed deputies will carry at least
one of the following:
(1) Expandable Baton and holder.
(2) OC spray and black basket-weave pouch
(3) Taser and holster
g. Tourniquet (TQ) and Tourniquet holder (DLE) (DOD where
applicable)

Question 23

Expandable batons will be
BSO-issued. Deputies may purchase a _____ expandable
baton and black basket weave pouch. Additional expandable
batons purchased by a deputy must be from the same
manufacturer issued by BSO. A deputy may use an ASP,
Monadnock, or Peacekeeper expandable baton

Answer 23

21” or 26”

Question 24

Knife and Pouch: Knives and pouches may be purchased by the
deputy and must be black basket weave. The maximum closed
length of the knife is not to exceed ____. Pouches, if worn, must
be black basket weave.

Answer 24

five inches

Question 25

All rank insignia will be issued by BSO. It is the employee’s responsibility to properly place insignia on their uniform. Rank insignia will not be worn on the ____

Answer 25

Class C uniform.

Question 26

Sergeant Chevrons: Chevrons will be worn centered on the sleeve of the uniform shirt with the top point of the chevron _____ below the BSO patch.

Answer 26

2"

Question 27

Shoulder patches will be worn on Class A/B uniform shirts and the outer winter/cold weather jacket __below the shoulder seam.

Answer 27

1/4"

Question 28

Ribbon Bars: Worn centered ___ above the top edge of the name tag. Ribbon bars will be worn two abreast in descending order of precedence.

Answer 28

1/4"

Question 29

Who will be issued badges.

Answer 29

Personnel assigned to the Department of Law Enforcement, Detention, or Communications will be issued badges

Question 30

Unauthorized Footwear: The following styles of footwear will not be worn with Class A, B, and C uniforms:

Answer 30

1. Moccasin-style shoes 2. Stitched or canvas-style shoes 3. Cowboy/Western style boots

Question 31

Are protective vests MANDATORY for deputies assigned to field activities and pre-planned or high-risk operations as defined by the Sheriff.

Answer 31

Yes

Question 32

Protective vests/body armor while on duty will be optional but must be kept readily available when:

Answer 32

1. Wearing civilian clothing. 2. Wearing the Class C uniform. 3. Involved in formal training sessions. 4. Assigned to non-field activities.

Question 33

following items must be worn on the uniformed LBV:

Answer 33

a. The employee’s name tape in yellow. b. One “Sheriff Broward County” identification velcro patch with letters in yellow c. One radio pouch d. One medical / trauma pouch (IFAK)

Question 34

The following items are optional on the uniformed LBV:

Answer 34

a. One handgun reloading device pouch b. One handcuff pouch c. One flashlight pouch d. Two side soft trauma plates

Question 35

Are Taser holsters are prohibited on the vest carrier

Answer 35

Yes

Question 36

T or F No patches are allowed on the vest carrier other than the nametape and “Sheriff Broward County”.

Answer 36

T

Question 37

The tactical LBV will be worn with the following:

Answer 37

a. Employee’s name tape b. Sheriff’s star c. “Sheriff” patches on the front and back d. No other patches are allowed on the vest carrier unless approved by command.

Question 38

___________________________: Continuation of current group health plans to terminated, retired, or full-time reduced to uncovered part-time employees and their dependents at employees and/or dependents' expense. For other provisions, contact Employee Benefits.

Answer 38

COBRA (Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985)

Question 39

Employees will receive full pay during the first _________ they are out of work.

Answer 39

60 working days

Question 40

Employees having automobile accidents where seat belts were not worn may receive a _______ reduction in their benefits.

Answer 40

25%

Question 41

Whose responsibility is it to notify Risk Management/Worker's Comp of an injury and within how long?

Answer 41

It is the responsibility of the employee's home division to notify Risk Management/Workers’ Compensation Section within 24 hours of the incident (via approved form) of:

Question 42

It is the responsibility of the employee's home division to notify Risk Management/Workers’ Compensation Section within 24 hours of the incident (via approved form) of: 1. Employee's commencing date of absence from work 2. Employee's return to full or part-time work 3. Amount of time lost due to treatment, doctor visits, etc. 4. ________________________________

Answer 42

All injuries (employees and residents) resulting in death

Question 43

When an accident, injury, or possible exposure to an infectious disease occurs, affected employees will comply with the following procedures: 1. Employees will report to their supervisor any accident, injury, or possible exposure to an infectious disease within _____ of the occurrence.

Answer 43

24 hours

Question 44

What form is completed if an employee is injured?

Answer 44

The Notice of Injury or Illness Form (DWC-1)

Question 45

Employees not eligible to receive supplemental disability payments may use their sick or other paid leave to supplement the Workers' Compensation payments up to _____ of their regular base pay.

Answer 45

100%

Question 46

Employees must use accumulated __________, during their disability period.

Answer 46

annual leave, holiday leave, compensatory time or sick time

Question 47

Non-probationary full-time employees with a serious health condition who are physically unable to work for an extended period of time will be permitted to maintain an employee/employer relationship for: 1. A maximum of ______ after exhausting all accruals. 2. A maximum of ______ after reaching permanent restrictions or maximum medical improvement (MMI).

Answer 47

six months 90 days

Question 48

Employees who are temporarily unable to perform the essential functions of their position due to a medical condition or injury may be temporarily re-assigned to a light-duty assignment for which they can perform the essential job functions. Any such light-duty assignment will be at the direction of and in the sole discretion of ____________.

Answer 48

the Sheriff or designee.

Question 49

Employees refusing a light-duty assignment will forfeit their ______which they may have otherwise been entitled

Answer 49

sick leave and disability benefits

Question 50

Supervisors will not schedule employees for a regular tour of duty without receipt of the _______

Answer 50

Full Duty Release Form given by Employee Benefits.

Question 51

It is the __________responsibility to determine if proficiency or qualification training may be required before an employee on light duty returns to full duty. This concerns weapons qualifications and other items which may be a potential liability or training problem.

Answer 51

supervisor's

Question 52

Deputies who are victims of a battery while in the performance of their duty will complete the ________. This form is completed for all Battery on Law Enforcement Officer's cases.

Answer 52

blue Uniform Crime Report's Officer Assaulted/Killed Record

Question 53

Whose responsible for administering the promotional testing process?

Answer 53

The Human Resources Director or designee will be responsible for administering the promotional testing process.

Question 54

is any dispute or disagreement relating to a term or condition of employment including the interpretation and application of BSO policies and procedures. However, this procedure is not available for the appeal of disciplinary matters. Disciplinary matters will be processed exclusively through the disciplinary review procedure contained in the Sheriff’s Policy Manual

Answer 54

a grievance

Question 55

Employees who believe they were aggrieved will present a written grievance within _______ of the date he or she knew or could have reasonably known of the events giving rise to the grievance including any applicable policies and procedures at issue, as well as the remedy sought. Any documents referenced in the grievance or necessary to a review of the grievance will be attached.

Answer 55

10 calendar days

Question 56

Employees injured in an on-duty accident or while conducting BSO business with a _______will forfeit medical and indemnity benefits per Florida Workers' Compensation and applicable drug test rules.

Answer 56

“positive confirmed drug test”

Question 57

BSO recognizes the__________ role in providing initial assessment and mental health referrals to employees and their dependents.

Answer 57

Employee Assistance Program's (EAP)

Question 58

In an attempt to ensure employees’ safety and fitness for duty, employees will not work more than a combined total of ____ of overtime, extra duty, and/or approved off-duty employment per week

Answer 58

52 hours

Question 59

The Employment Form “sunsets” or expires on an _____ basis. A new form will be submitted every December for the following calendar year. The form expires on December 31st of each year. This does not preclude BSO employees from submitting new forms when off-duty employment conditions or information changes at any time during the year.

Answer 59

annual

Question 60

There are several ways employees can be referred to EAP: ___, _____, _______

Answer 60

voluntary, command recommended, or command directed

Question 60

Supervisor referrals for EAP will be based on observed and documented deteriorating job performance or unusual behavior exhibited by an employee. Supervisors should____________before referral.

Answer 60

contact EAP to discuss options

Question 61

Commanders can authorize an employee to seek assistance on duty. This type of referral is treated as ________. BSO retains the right to stipulate a reasonable number of sessions to attend on duty

Answer 61

voluntary participation

Question 62

EAP Command referrals will be conducted on BSO time, expense, and are not ______

Answer 62

confidential

Question 63

Command referrals consist of the following two types of referrals:

Answer 63

Fitness for Duty Evaluations: motional distress or impairment by substance use or abuse Command Referral for Treatment: therapy to address or remedy the identified issues

Question 64

Information provided due to any type of referral will be disclosed:

Answer 64

1. When there is a clear and immediate probability of physical harm to the employee or others. 2. When the employee makes an actual threat to physically harm an identifiable person. 3. To comply with mandatory reporting of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of disabled adults or elderly persons. 4. To comply with Florida or federal laws and court orders

Question 65

Supervisors will immediately notify EAP if an employee inflicts, sustains, or ______ incidents involving use of deadly force or other severe jobrelated incidents

Answer 65

witnesses traumatic

Question 66

CISD

Answer 66

Critical Incident Stress Debriefing Team

Question 67

EIP

Answer 67

Early Intervention Program

Question 68

Any situation which has such profound emotional impact that it has the potential to interfere with an employee's ability to function

Answer 68

Critical Incident

Question 69

Debriefing

Answer 69

confidential meeting between employees involved in a critical incident and CISD Team usually following defusing. This meeting can be on an individual or group basis. It is used to inform and educate involved employees on stress-management techniques. It is not an operational critique; rather the focus is on assisting the employee or group with coping behaviors and techniques.

Question 70

A brief, confidential discussion between involved employees and peer debriefer immediately following a critical incident. It is used to restore involved employees' cognitive functioning and prepare them for future stress reactions resulting from the incident

Answer 70

Defusing

Question 71

A BSO member who has received a minimum of eight hours of approved training, with bi-annual updates.

Answer 71

Peer Debriefer

Question 72

Performs administrative duties of the CISD Team and manages its operation. This position is selected by the Sheriff and reports directly to the Executive Director of the Department where the incident has occurred performing CISD Team duties.

Answer 72

Team Coordinator

Question 73

T or F Is the Chaplain part of the CSID Team?

Answer 73

T Chaplain: The Chaplain will be considered a part of the CISD Team at the request of the Team Coordinator and included in training and other activities of the CISD Team.

Question 74

All CISD Team members will meet _____ to discuss mutual issues and concerns, review CISD Team activities, and update training as needed. The CISD Team Coordinator will facilitate this meeting

Answer 74

quarterly