Fire and Rescue NSW Regulation 2023
39Suspension of disciplinary action
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39 Suspension of disciplinary action
39 Suspension of disciplinary action
(1) The Commissioner may suspend disciplinary action taken against a firefighter for a period of not more than 2 years on condition that the firefighter is of good behaviour during the period.
(2) The Commissioner may only suspend disciplinary action under subsection (1) if the disciplinary action is—
(a) the imposition of a fine, or
(b) a caution or reprimand, or
(c) a demotion in rank, or
(d) a termination of appointment to a particular position.
(3) If the disciplinary action to be taken is the termination of the firefighter’s appointment, the Commissioner may allow a firefighter to resign instead of taking the disciplinary action.