PROCEDURES FOR TESTING. All Department members initiating testing action on the basis of reasonable suspicion will be required to detail in writing the specific facts, symptoms or observations which formed the basis for their conclusion that reasonable suspicion existed to warrant testing of the member. The initial report will be reviewed by the Fire Chief or chief officer on call who shall determine whether the request for testing is appropriate, and if so, shall order that the test be performed. The results of the test shall be provided by the laboratory only to the Fire Chief or chief officer on call, who shall provide a copy to the member and the Fire Commission. A member who fails to undergo a test as ordered or to provide a test sample as directed by the testing laboratory will be subject to disciplinary action including possible termination. Members returning from suspension will be tested if such is required by the Fire Chief in the order imposing the suspension. Applicants seeking reinstatement to the Portsmouth Fire Department after resignation or termination will be subject to testing as condition of re- employment.
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Samples: Working Agreement, Working Agreement, Working Agreement
