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Temporary Restricted Duty (TRD)
Anna Fajardo, Esq.
DETAILED REFERENCE GUIDE:
Article 53 – Temporary Restricted Duty (TRD)
My name is Ana Fajardo, and I am proud to serve as inhouse counsel for Local 1403 and its
associated entities, including the
Building Corporation, the Resiliency Foundation, and others.
In my role, I handle a wide range
of legal responsibilities, from
managing everyday grievance
and disciplinary action hearings
to providing strategic support
to the union’s leadership. I work
closely with our vice presidents to
ensure that our members receive fair
representation and the support they need
to navigate complex employment matters.
My work is driven by a commitment to protecting the rights of
MDFR employees and fostering a workplace where fair treatment is a priority. Whether advocating in hearings, offering
legal guidance, or collaborating with our team, I am dedicated
to advancing the mission of Local 1403 and the organizations
we represent. My goal is to ensure that every member feels
empowered and supported, knowing they have an advocate
by their side.
Purpose:
Article 53 provides a structured process for 昀椀re昀椀ghting
personnel unable to perform essential job functions due to
non-service-connected illnesses or injuries. Eligible personnel can receive up to 60 cumulative months of Temporary Restricted Duty (TRD) over the course of their career, with clear
guidelines on eligibility, restrictions, and responsibilities.
Eligibility & Requirements
Who Quali昀椀es?
Personnel with injuries or illnesses deemed non-service-connected by Risk Management.
Personnel whose Workmen’s Compensation claims are denied or classi昀椀ed as non-service-connected.
Those whose claims fall outside the statute of limitations for
service-connected incidents.
Medical Documentation:
A written recommendation from a physician is required, detailing the expected return-to-duty date.
The recommendation must be updated every three (3)
months to either reaf昀椀rm the original date or provide a revised
timeline if circumstances change.
Cancer Exemption:
Active treatment for non-service-connected cancer does not
count toward the 60-month TRD limit, except for localized skin
cancers.
Once cancer enters complete remission, it no longer quali昀椀es as grounds for TRD.
TRD Assignments
Work Schedule Options:
Personnel can choose between:
5 days x 8 hours per week.
4 days x 10 hours per week, with one day
off on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday.
Midweek TRD Placement:
If TRD begins midweek, personnel must use
either their accrued leave or their exchange
time balance until of昀椀cially placed on TRD.
Doctor’s Appointments or Therapy:
Time away for medical appointments is
charged to sick leave or other accrued leave
if sick leave is exhausted.
Appointments require at least 2 days prior notice to the PAR
Supervisor, and proof of attendance must be submitted upon
return.
Appointments scheduled with less than 2 days notice will be
evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
TRD Restrictions (Based on Duration)
2 Years or Less:
Personnel are eligible to bid for Position Vacancy Announcements, but they will not receive assignment pay until they return to full duty and 昀椀ll the position.
More Than 2 Years:
Personnel cannot 昀椀ll Special Assignments unless they
complete at least 6 months of regular duty after returning to
full-duty status.
More Than 3 Years:
Personnel must surrender their CR day (Compensatory Relief day).
They are ineligible to act in managerial positions or be promoted to managerial roles unless they complete transitional
training.
More Than 4 Years:
Personnel must surrender their bid position.
Upon returning to regular duty, they can request a temporary assignment to any Leadworker District on any shift until
shift balancing occurs or the next bid process opens.
Beyond 24 Months (Effective Feb. 5, 2024):
Personnel must return to full duty within 36 months. Failure
to do so will result in administrative review of their employment status.
TRD & Promotions
Time spent on TRD does not count toward time-in-grade
requirements for promotional exams.
This rule is effective February 5, 2024.
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