Uniforms and Quartermaster System. Upon initial hire after the effective date of this Agreement, the City will provide employees with the uniform and firefighting turnout items as listed in the Fire Department uniform general order; The Fire Chief or his designee may add items to that list at his discretion. Employees participating in identified special event details shall be eligible to receive one special event uniform, i.e., shirt, shorts, and shoes. The City shall reasonably determine the type, style, and/or color of uniforms and turnout gear. Clothing and protective gear issued by the City shall only be worn when representing the City or the Fire Department in an official capacity, or traveling to and from work. The Fire Chief may establish reasonable rules and policies concerning the use and wearing of uniforms and equipment. The City will replace required uniform and protective equipment items as they become worn out or damaged through a process established by the City. It shall be understood that items submitted for replacement may be appropriately repaired rather than replaced if, in the judgment of the Fire Chief or his designee, it is reasonable to repair the item. Employees are responsible for the cleanliness and appearance of their uniforms. If the Fire Chief decides to change the type, style or color of any uniform item which the Fire Chief requires employees to wear, the City shall provide the initial issue at no expense to the affected employee. This provision shall not be applicable if the Fire Chief decides to change the type, style or color of any uniform item prospectively; in which case items ordered pursuant to the City’s replacement procedure shall be in accordance with the changed type, style or color of uniform item.
Uniforms and Quartermaster System. The Village will provide the following items:
