Common use of Probationary Firefighter Clause in Contracts

Probationary Firefighter. All entry level firefighters shall be placed on a twelve (12) month probationary period commencing upon the initial date of hire.. All probationary firefighters must complete the following during the probationary period: IFSAC FF1 Certification IFSAC Hazardous Materials Awareness Certification IFSAC Hazardous Materials Operations Certification NREMT and Oklahoma State EMT License ICS (NIMS) 100, 200 and 700 Emergency Vehicle Driver Training (EVDT) Satisfactory twelve (12) month evaluation Achieving EMT qualifications and registration is a condition of continued employment with the City. If a probationary firefighter does not meet the above standards within the probationary period, and any extension thereof, the employee will be terminated. The Fire Chief, in his sole discretion, may extend the probationary period for any additional three (3) months to allow the employee to complete the required training and certifications and/or allow for additional time to address performance issues. The decision as to whether to extend the probationary period is not subject to the grievance process. In addition, the probationary period will be extended for a sufficient amount of time for a probationary firefighter to be able to take the classes including the test for EMT certification if not offered within the initial twelve (12) month period.

Probationary Firefighter. All entry level firefighters shall be placed on a twelve (12) month probationary period commencing upon the initial date of hire.. All probationary firefighters must complete the following during the probationary period: • IFSAC FF1 Certification • IFSAC Hazardous Materials Awareness Certification • IFSAC Hazardous Materials Operations Certification • NREMT and Oklahoma State EMT License • ICS (NIMS) 100, 200 and 700 • Emergency Vehicle Driver Training (EVDT) • Satisfactory twelve (12) month evaluation Achieving EMT qualifications and registration is a condition of continued employment with the City. If a probationary firefighter does not meet the above standards within the probationary period, and any extension thereof, the employee will be terminated. The Fire Chief, in his sole discretion, may extend the probationary period for any additional three (3) months to allow the employee to complete the required training and certifications and/or allow for additional time to address performance issues. The decision as to whether to extend the probationary period is not subject to the grievance process. In addition, the probationary period will be extended for a sufficient amount of time for a probationary firefighter to be able to take the classes including the test for EMT certification if not offered within the initial twelve (12) month period.