Section 100 Manual of Ops

Question 0

Any content an individual shares on a social media site or the act of publishing content on a site

102.4.3

Answer 0

Post (or Postings)

Question 1

A self-published diary or commentary on a particular topic that may allow visitors to post response, reactions, or comments

102.4.3

Answer 1

Blog

Question 2

A category of Internet-based resources that enable the user to generate content and encourage other user participation

102.4.3

Answer 2

Social Media

Question 3

Platforms where users can create profiles, share information, and socialize with others using a range of technologies

102.4.3

Answer 3

Social Networks

Question 4

Do the employees of the COT have Freedom of Speech rights when it comes to social media

102.4.4

Answer 4

No, as long as the statements can adversely affect the job performance of the employee or others

Question 5

What is the maximum level of discipline an employee my encounter with social media?

102.4.4

Answer 5

Up to and including termination

Question 6

Can employees post pictures of themselves on social media while in uniform?

102.4.5

Answer 6

Yes, as long as it is a sanctioned TFD function. Any posting of an employee in uniform is subject to the department’s Code of Conduct

Question 7

Does an employee need approval to post a picture of themselves in uniform on a social media site?

102.4.5

Answer 7

No

Question 8

What types of postings does an employee need Fire Chief approval to post?

102.4.6

Answer 8

1. Any employee’s text,photograph, audio or visual recording, related to the emergency operations of TFD
2. Any confidential, public safety or sensitive proprietary information of the department or public
3. Any logo or badge that is affiliated with the department for promotional purposes

Question 9

What types of postings are not allowed on social media?

104.3.7

Answer 9

1. Any inappropriate posting that may include any type of harassment or cyber bullying
2. False info that harms the reputation of another person, TFD, or COT
3. Private facts, obtained while on-duty, about someone without their permission that has not been previously revealed to the public
4. HIPPA
5. Information about another employee’s performance, discipline, or pending investigations

Question 10

Can employees on-duty use social media?

102.4.8

Answer 10

Yes, but the captain can prohibit the use if it interferes with the employee’s work duties

Question 11

Does an employee have an obligation to report any violations of the social media policy?

102.4.13

Answer 11

Yes, they should report the violation to their Chain of Command

Question 12

What types of images are “owned” by the department?

102.4.14

Answer 12

1. Any image that was taken using TFD equipment while on or off duty
2. Any image taken by a TFD employee while on-duty excluding: non emergency activities, station duties, or training

Question 13

What are the “official” methods of written communications for TFD?

104.2

Answer 13

The Master Memo and the Daily Bulletin

Question 14

How long is the minimum length of time that all MMs and DBs are kept?

104.4

Answer 14

6 months

Question 15

Process for writing a DB?

104.7.3

Answer 15

1. All personnel are invited to participate in the DB
2. All items should be of general interest to TFD personnel
3. All items must be approved by the appropriate Deputy Chief

Question 16

Daily Bulletins are used to communicate what?

104.7.1

Answer 16

Items not policy driven

Question 17

Master Memos are used to communicate what?

104.6.1

Answer 17

Used when policies are changed, deleted, or added. Other information may be put into one that are determined to be of such importance or required by law, A.D., or other regulation