33-208.003 Range of Disciplinary Actions.
Offense or Deficiency |
First Occurrence |
Second Occurrence |
Third Occurrence |
Fourth Occurrence |
(1) Gambling |
Oral or Written Reprimand |
Written Reprimand or up to 10 day Suspension |
Up to 30 days Suspension or dismissal |
Dismissal |
(2) Horseplay or Fighting |
Same |
Same |
Same |
Same |
(3) Loafing |
Same |
Same |
Same |
Same |
(4) Tardiness (within |
Same |
Same |
Same |
Same |
(5) Excessive Absenteeism |
Same |
Same |
Same |
Same |
(6) Malicious Use of Profane or Abusive Language Toward Inmates, Visitors, or Persons Under Supervision |
Same |
Same |
Same |
Same |
(7) Absence Without Authorized Leave |
Same |
Same |
Same |
Same |
(8) Unauthorized Distribution of Written or Printed Material of any Description |
Same |
Same |
Same |
Same |
(9) Unauthorized Solicitations or Sales on DC Premises or While on Duty |
Same |
Same |
Same |
Same |
(10) Substandard Quality and/or Quantity of Work |
Same |
Same |
Same |
Same |
(11) Reporting to Work Improperly Dressed for Job Assignment |
Same |
Same |
Same |
Same |
(12) Sleeping on Job |
Written Reprimand, up to 30 days Suspension or Dismissal |
Dismissal |
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(13) Negligence |
Same |
Same |
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(14) Revealing Confidential Information in DC records to unauthorized person |
Same |
Same |
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(15) Possession of an Unauthorized Intoxicant, Narcotic, Barbiturate, Hallucinogenic drug, Central nervous system stimulant, Weapon or Firearm on DC Property |
Same |
Same |
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(16*) Reporting to Work under the Influence of an Intoxicant, Narcotic, Barbiturate, Hallucinogenic drug, or Central nervous system stimulant |
Same |
Same |
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(17*) Drinking an Intoxicant or using a Narcotic, Barbiturate, Hallucinogenic drug, or Central nervous system stimulant on the job |
Same |
Same |
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*The Governor and Cabinet by Resolution adopted July 17, 1973, have established the State Policy on Alcoholism which recognized alcoholism as treatable illness, a medical and public health problem and an employment problem. When an employee drinks to the extent that it affects his or her work performance, the employee is a problem drinker. As with any health liability, alcoholism is of serious concern to the employee and employer alike. Therefore, it is the policy of this state to recognize alcoholism as a disease. The Career Service Personnel Rules and Regulations (Rule 60K-4.010, F.A.C.) requires that a dismissal action taken against an employee for habitual drunkenness shall be in accordance with the State Policy on Alcoholism as adopted by the Administration Commission and the guidelines issued by the Secretary of Administration.
(18) Failure to maintain direct (sight) supervision of assigned medium, close or maximum custody inmates while outside the institution security perimeter |
Written Reprimand, up to 30 days of Suspension or Dismissal |
Dismissal |
(19) Leaving the Assigned Work Station without Authorization |
Same |
Same |
(20) Use of Corporal Punishment, Verbal or Physical Abuse of an Inmate |
Same |
Same |
(21) Falsification of Forms or Records |
Same |
Same |
(22) Conduct Unbecoming a Public Employee |
Same |
Same |
(23) Stealing DC Property, Property of an Inmate Visitor or Employee |
Same |
Same |
(24) Willful Violation of Rules, Regulations, Directives or Policy Statements |
Same |
Same |
(25) Unauthorized Use of DC Equipment, Property, or Weapons |
Same |
Same |
(26) Insubordination |
Same |
Same |
(27) Destruction or Abuse of DC Property or Equipment |
Same |
Same |
(28) Destruction of Evidence or Giving False Testimony |
Written Reprimand, up to 30 days Suspension or Dismissal |
Dismissal |
(29) Unlawfully Obtaining Money from or on behalf of an Inmate or Person under Supervision |
Same |
Same |
(30) Failure to Report and Turn in Without Delay all Property Found, Seized, or Taken Officially |
Same |
Same |
(31) Failure to Submit to a Required Physical Exam |
Same |
Same |
(32) Failure to follow Oral or Written Instructions |
Same |
Same |
(33) Abuse of Sick Leave Privileges |
Same |
Same |
(34) Careless or Unsafe Handling of Firearms or Other Weapons |
Same |
Same |
(35) Cowardice |
Same |
Same |
(36) Failure to report for duty when instructed to do so in time of emergency or potential emergency |
Same |
Same |
Rulemaking Authority 944.09 FS. Law Implemented 110.227, 944.09, 944.14, 944.35, 944.36, 944.37, 944.38, 944.39, 944.47 FS. History– New 10-8-76, Formerly 33-4.03, Amended 1-30-96, Formerly 33-4.003, Amended 8-5-07, 11-13-07,________.