Tobacco Products

There have been repeated issues of individuals using tobacco products inside the business and living quarters areas of our facilities. Spit bottles and spit on walls and trash cans are completely unacceptable. Therefore tobacco product use inside stations is unacceptable and is no longer permitted. Use is acceptable in the bays, but will be closely monitored to insure that cleanliness is maintained.

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Public Forum Sites

Sites such as Facebook, Twitter, My Space etc. are very easy avenues for violating department and county policy. SOP-Code of Ethics 001.4 States  "• No member shall participate in any function or activity that may bring negative image to themselves, the department, or county."  Negative comments toward individuals or businesses that are made by individuals using these sites brings negative image to themselves, the department , and the county.  Keep in mind that even during your personal time and activities, you still represent the fire department and the county as an employee. Our department is judged by the actions of our employees on and off duty. Violation of such policies are considered severe and damaging, and will be dealt with seriously with the possibility of immediate termination.