How many years can pass before a supervisory referral is made for an individual seeking help a second time?

In situations where an individual seeks help for issues related to work performance or personal challenges, a supervisory referral is typically made after assessing the number of prior assistances or interventions. In the context of fire marshals and their operations, if an individual seeks help for the second time, the policy outlines a waiting period of three years before a supervisory referral is considered applicable. This three-year period allows individuals the opportunity to make meaningful progress and demonstrate improvements after their initial assistance. It promotes an environment that balances support with accountability and provides enough time for personal development or resolution of issues prior to further formal intervention.