Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 52, December 27, 2024
Section 147-1-8 - Ineligible SuggestionsThe following suggestions are ineligible for awards:
8.1. Personal grievances;8.2. Suggestions concerning classification and pay of positions;8.3. Suggestions which do not propose a specific method or procedure for implementing the suggestion;8.4. Suggestions which correct conditions that exist only because established policy and procedures are not being followed;8.5. Suggestions which duplicate another suggestion previously submitted and eligible for consideration or for which an award has been previously granted or denied;8.6. Suggestions which simply suggest eliminating, instituting, lowering or raising fees or taxes levied by the state;8.7. Suggestions concerning matters which are the result of assigned or contracted audits, studies, surveys, reviews or research, unless the suggestion idea is not directly included in the follow-up, recommendations or activity generated by these efforts;8.8. Suggestions calling attention to the need for routine maintenance operations involving buildings, grounds, equipment, etc., which should normally be reported through established channels: Provided, That suggestions concerning improvements in maintenance methods, materials or equipment may be considered for an award;8.9. Matters recommended outside the Employee Suggestion Program for study or review; and 8.10. Suggestions concerning matters which are actively being considered by supervision or management. The department head shall submit supporting documentation to the Board before the Board rules a suggestion ineligible under this provision.