Use of Equipment and Vehicles

508 Use of Vehicles

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Equipment and vehicles essential in accomplishing job duties are expensive and may be difficult to replace. When using property, employees are expected to exercise care, perform required maintenance, and follow all operating instructions, safety standards, and guidelines.

Please notify the supervisor if any equipment, machines, tools, or vehicles appear to be damaged, defective, or in need of repair. Prompt reporting of damages, defects, and the need for repairs could prevent deterioration of equipment and possible injury to employees or others. The supervisor can answer any questions about an employee's responsibility for maintenance and care of equipment or vehicles used on the job.

The use of District-owned equipment for personal use or other employment purposes is strictly prohibited. As Chief officers may have to respond to major incidents, even when not assigned as the Duty Chief, their use of District vehicles for personal business will be allowed.

The improper, careless, negligent, destructive, or unsafe use or operation of equipment or vehicles, as well as excessive or avoidable traffic and parking violations, can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Policy No.  508  Issued  6/29/2000  Applicable  7/19/2004