A. Required Training. Each department head shall develop and conduct such practical training programs as are suited to the special requirements of their respective departments. The department head shall institute and provide for the conducting of training programs which are needed for efficient management of the department. Training programs shall emphasize accident prevention, employee safety and public relations. All training shall be job-related.

B. Elective Training. Elective job-related training requested by an employee may be approved; however, if the employee voluntarily terminates employment with the borough within six months of receiving such elective training, the employee will be required to reimburse the borough for the costs of such training, including course costs and all travel and per diem expenses.

C. Passing Grade Required. At the conclusion of any training course approved by the borough, the employee must provide to the borough a transcript showing a passing grade for the course, or a certificate of successful completion if grades are not provided by the course director. If an employee fails to provide the borough with such proof, the employee will be required to reimburse the borough for all costs of such training, including course costs and all travel and per diem expenses.

D. Course Materials. All course materials received by the employee, including books, tapes, computer software, etc., are the property of the borough and will remain in the custody of the appropriate department head for future reference.

E. Cross Training. Any employee receiving training at the expense of the borough will be expected to cross train others in the employee’s department if deemed appropriate by the department head or manager. (Ord. 15-07-417 § 4)