2.50.100 Departmental rules.
The fire chief shall establish such rules, not in conflict with this code and subject to the approval of the council, as may be necessary for the operation of the department including rules governing the following:
(1) Rules of Conduct. The conduct and activity of members of the department during regular and off-duty hours.
(2) Communication. The procedures, use and care of the radio and other communication systems.
(3) Training. The nature, time and attendance requirements for in-service training of members of the department.
(4) Emergencies. Temporary rules for the protection and functioning of the department as may be necessary in the event of an emergency until such rules may be considered by the council.
(5) Other. Such other rules as may be deemed necessary and advisable in assuring efficient and proper performance of the duties of the department.
(6) Penalties. The penalties which may be imposed for violation of established departmental rules by members.
(7) Notice. The fire chief shall give written notice to any member charged with a violation of departmental rules specifying the rule violated, the nature of the violation and the penalty to be imposed.
(8) Appeal. A member of the department charged with a violation of rules may request a hearing before the council by filing notice of appeal with the clerk within 10 days of receipt of notice of violation. The council at its next meeting shall review the facts and affirm, modify or revoke the action of the fire chief. [Code 1975 § 2.2-1.10.]