Office of Internal Audit. In conducting investigations under the auspices of the Office of Internal Audit (or successor), the Service in taking a sworn statement from employees based on allegations which could result in disciplinary action against the employee, will provide sufficient advance written notice to thesubject of the interview to allow them time to secure Union representation if they so desire. The failure to obtain representation, or adequately confer withthe representative, will not delay the interrogation by more than 48 hours from the time the employee receives such notice. The Union will promptly designate its representative and make reasonable efforts to minimize delay. Upon request, a reasonable extension of time will be granted when the representative cannot be present.
Office of Internal Audit. Citizens’ enabling statute establishes the Office of Internal Audit (“OIA”). Through its OIA, Citizens has the right to review any of the Firm’s business files, work product, or any other documents specifically related to work performed on behalf of Citizens, in case of an audit or investigation. Citizens shall provide to the Firm reasonable written notice of at least three (3) business days in the event such a review is required. The Firm shall not unreasonably delay or inhibit Citizens’ right to review as set forth in this paragraph. Non-cooperation is considered grounds for contract termination.
