Section 330.16. Member assistance referral program.

 

(1)  Every fire department shall establish and adopt a written policy statement for a fire fighters assistance referral program that identifies and assists fire fighters with alcohol or substance abuse, stress and personal problems adversely affecting their job performance. The assistance program shall refer fire fighters to health care services as appropriate for the recovery of their health and job performance abilities.

(2)  Through the program established under sub. (1) , every fire department shall provide health promotion activities that identify a fire fighter's physical and mental health risk factors and provide education and counseling to fire fighters for the purpose of preventing health problems and enhancing overall well-being.

(3)  The use of municipal or county programs shall meet the requirements of this section.

History: Cr. Register, August, 1995, No. 476 , eff. 9-1-95.