Common use of Rule of Three Clause in Contracts

Rule of Three. All promotions to the rank of Lieutenant shall be made by the Chief from the three (3) candidates having the highest rating on the promotional eligibility register at the time of such promotion. Where there are less than three (3) names on such register, as originally posted, or remaining thereon after appointments have been made therefrom, appointments to fill existing vacancies shall be made from those names or name remaining on the promotional register.

Rule of Three. ‌ All promotions to the rank of Lieutenant shall be made by the Chief from the three (3) candidates having the highest rating on the promotional eligibility register at the time of such promotion. Where there are less than three (3) names on such register, as originally posted, or remaining thereon after appointments have been made therefrom, appointments to fill existing vacancies shall be made from those names or name remaining on the promotional register.