Theory. Counseling is designed to assist an employee in eliminating a problem so that formal discipline will not be necessary.
Theory. If an employee lacks the necessary knowledge, skills, or abilities, he or she will be unable to perform effectively.
Theory. Safety is of paramount importance, therefore safety rules and policies must be closely monitored.
Theory. If an employee seeks assistance in resolving a problem, there is a chance that the problem can readily be resolved. If a person does not recognize that a problem exists, that person will have no reason to change his or her behavior.
Theory. A working environment where employees cannot be trusted is a destructive one. Dishonesty or lack of integrity cannot be tolerated in any work environment.
Theory. If a person does not have the time, tools, or equipment needed to do a job, receives conflicting instructions, or has serious personal problems that interfere with doing the job, that person will be unable to do the job properly.
Theory. Since the Fire Department is a publicly funded, service oriented organization, its operations are constantly scrutinized. Infractions which result in undue costs or embarrassment to the department are counterproductive to the success of the department’s overall mission.
Theory. If an employee determines that it actually doesn’t matter if the job is done correctly, or if the consequences of doing a job properly or quickly are unpleasant, ultimately he or she will stop doing it correctly. For example: Does doing the job properly or quickly result in additional work for the employee?
Theory. 3.1 On or before the date of this Agreement (which shall be the date set out in the letter accompanying this Agreement) You will pay to Us the Part 1 Charges. The Part 1 Charges relate to the training We will provide under this paragraph 3. We will not be obliged to provide You with any Part 1 materials or training until We have received the Part 1 Charges from You.
Theory. If a person does not know exactly how well or how poorly he or she is doing, 5 there is no way his or her performance can be improved. Regular, short-term feedback 6 is essential. 7
