<?xml version='1.0' ?><rss version='2.0'><channel><title>4000 SERIES -- PERSONNEL</title><link>https://inside.fsis.usda.gov/</link><description>FSIS Public Directives 1,000 - 4,000</description><item><title>Directive 4810.1, Rev. 3, On-the-Job Injury and Illness Compensation Program (2/4/13)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6031228.pdf</link><description>This directive encourages Agency management support for injury and illness cost reductions and return-to-work programs.</description><pubDate>Tue, 5 Feb 02013 09:24:00 CST</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6031228.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4550.7, Pay for the Continuous Workday (12/28/12)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6030977.pdf</link><description>It is FSIS' responsibility to fairly and properly compensate inspection program personnel for all inspection work performed as part of their continuous workday.</description><pubDate>Wed, 9 Jan 02013 10:14:00 CST</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6030977.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4300.10, Rev. 1, Ensuring That Inspection Program Personnel Hav Proper Training to Cover Work Assignments (10/11/12)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6030296.pdf</link><description>This directive defines training needed by specific occupational groups and work assignment types.</description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Oct 02012 01:04:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6030296.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4335.6, REv. 1, Am. 2, Applying for Recurring Vacancies (3/4/04)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6030143.pdf</link><description>This amendment informs employees that Consumer Safety Inspector positions are covered by the provisions in FSIS Directive 4338.1, Training as a Condition of Employment.</description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Sep 02012 09:02:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6030143.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4731.2, REv. 1, Prevention of Discrimination...(9/1/88)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6030142.pdf</link><description>This directive states the Government's policy of nondiscrimination on grounds of political affiliation or marital status.</description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Sep 02012 08:59:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6030142.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4430.3, Rev. 3, In-Plant Performance System (IPPS) (9/11/12)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6029936.pdf</link><description>his directive provides revised policies and procedures for supervisors in the Office of Field Operations (OFO) who conduct, document, and report on IPPS assessments.</description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Sep 02012 01:47:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6029936.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4610.7, Rev. 2, Alternative Workplace Arrangements (Flexiplace/ Telecommuting/ Telework) (7/10/08)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6029933.pdf</link><description>The revised Flexiplace/Telecommuting Program (renamed the Alternative Workplace Arrangement Program) reflects changes in participation, employee eligibility criteria, responsibilities of the telecommuter, the telecommuter?s supervisor, work schedules, COOP/emergency situations, application procedures, approval authorities, broadband reimbursement eligibility and procedures, and other provisions.</description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Sep 02012 10:43:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6029933.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4500.2, Delegation of Position Classification Authority (7/7/04)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6028335.pdf</link><description>This directive sets forth the FSIS policy for delegating position classification authority to designated
management officials within the Agency.</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jun 02012 10:15:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6028335.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4271.2, Rev. 1, Pre-Tax Parking Benefits Program for Non-Bargaining Unit Employees (4/2/12)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6026785.pdf</link><description>This directive establishes the pre-tax parking benefit program for non-bargaining unit FSIS employees.</description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Apr 02012 02:47:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6026785.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4300.6, Temporary Promotions and Details (10/26/00)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6023930.pdf</link><description>This directive provides procedures for temporary promotion and detail of FSIS non-bargaining unit employees.</description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 02011 09:15:00 CST</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6023930.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4451.3, Rev. 3, Performance Awards Program for Bargaining Unit Employees (4/12/11)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6019859.pdf</link><description>This directive provides procedures and responsibilities for the performance-based awards program for bargaining unit employees.</description><pubDate>Fri, 2 Sep 02011 07:56:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6019859.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4430.6, Rev. 1, Out of Plant Performance System (OPPS) (4/13/11)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6019845.pdf</link><description>This directive provides detailed instructions for completing the new OPPS Assessment Sheet and procedures for conducting and documenting OPPS followup activities.</description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 02011 09:02:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6019845.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4300.8, Recruitment, Relocation, and Retention Incentives (2/18/11)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6018761.pdf</link><description>This directive provides managers and supervisors with guidance related to incentives that may be used to recruit applicants for and retain employees in positions that would otherwise be difficult to fill with high-quality candidates.</description><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jun 02011 01:57:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6018761.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4831.3, Rev. 1, Retirees Requesting Badges or Credentials as Mementos (11/4/10)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6013045.pdf</link><description>This directive establishes policy and procedures for retiring FSIS inspection employees desiring to retain their badges or credentials.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 02011 08:02:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6013045.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4713.3, Rev. 1, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Counseling and Complaints Program (5/20/87)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6012085.pdf</link><description>This directive gives procedures by which employees may file individual, class, and reprisal complaints of discrimination.</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 Oct 02010 10:52:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6012085.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4410.1, Rev. 1, Am. 2, Employee Development (12/14/07)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6011802.pdf</link><description>This directive sets forth guidelines for the development, training, and education of FSIS employees.</description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 02011 09:41:00 CST</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6011802.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4630.2, Rev 2, Leave (9/15/10)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6011055.pdf</link><description>This directive sets forth the responsibilities for administering the FSIS leave program.</description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Sep 02011 10:25:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6011055.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4451.7, Time-Off Award Program (3/14/95)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6009790.pdf</link><description>This directive provides policy and procedures for using time off as an incentive award.
Time-off awards may be effective in promoting employee productivity and creativity by
rewarding contributions to the quality, efficiency, or economy of Government operations.</description><pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 02011 07:23:00 CST</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6009790.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4551.1, Provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) (11/9/82) </title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6009126.pdf</link><description>This directive sets forth the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.</description><pubDate>Mon, 14 Jun 02010 12:46:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6009126.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4335.1, Rev. 2, Merit Promotion Plan (5/6/99)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6008979.pdf</link><description>This directive transmits the updated USDA Merit Promotion Plan and Agency-specific procedures on merit promotion.</description><pubDate>Fri, 4 Jun 02010 08:55:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6008979.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4410.2, Career Development Program (10/18/82)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6008951.pdf</link><description>This directive provides guidance in filling positions under the FSIS Career Development Program. The
objective of the career development program is to foster planned and systematic career
development of employees for effective placement and use to meet FSIS program needs.
This program provides for accelerated training to meet qualification requirements for
placement in other occupations.</description><pubDate>Thu, 3 Jun 02010 12:04:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6008951.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4511.1, Rev. 1, Am. 1, General Schedule and Wage Grade Classification Appeals Process (9/29/87)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6008950.pdf</link><description>This directive updates Attachments 2-4 and 3-4 to show the corrected address for Director, Personnel Division.  Office of Personnel Management regional offices are being realigned, effective October 1, 1987.  Attachment 2-4 has been amended to show the new regional office alignments.</description><pubDate>Thu, 3 Jun 02010 11:59:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6008950.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4451.14, Am. 1, Referral Bonus Awards (3/3/2009)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6007731.pdf</link><description>This directive establishes a provision for granting awards to employees who refer new hires to the Agency.</description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 02011 09:05:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6007731.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4900.1, Employee Liability - Action Taken Within the Scope of Employment (1/4/78)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6007438.pdf</link><description>This directive quotes an Office of General Counsel (OGC) memorandum dated 3/1/76 concerning employees' liability for actions taken within the scope of their employment.</description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 02010 07:46:00 CST</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6007438.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4430.5, Am. 1, Supervisory Tool For Assessment Results (STAR) (1/26/10)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6007341.pdf</link><description>This directive amends Attachment 1 to instruct supervisors to upload the completed FSIS Form 4430-11, STAR Assessment Form to the AssuranceNet application.</description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 02011 09:03:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6007341.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4610.9, Travel Compensatory Time (TCT) (1/19/10)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6007304.pdf</link><description>This directive informs employees of the current TCT provisions provided under the Federal Workplace Flexibility Act (FWFA) of 2004.</description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Sep 02011 06:35:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6007304.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4430.1, Rev. 6, Performance Evaluation Plan (12/16/09)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6007125.pdf</link><description>This directive defines FSIS performance appraisal policy for all employees except SES members, employees under excepted appointments on intermittent work schedules appointed in Schedule A of 5 CFR 213, Excepted Service, and senior Level employees.</description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 02011 09:01:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6007125.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4451.1, Incentive Awards Program (11/8/78)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006576.pdf</link><description>This directive gives policy and procedures for administration of the Incentive Awards Program.</description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 02009 01:13:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006576.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4335.4, Selecting Officials for MPIO Positions (7/11/86)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006574.pdf</link><description>This directive establishes the selecting official for non-Senior Executive Service positions within MPIO.</description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 02009 08:57:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006574.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4791.3, Use of Formaldehyde in Laboratory Samples (5/16/86)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006573.pdf</link><description>This directive provides information to employees on the safe handling of formaldehyde.</description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 02009 07:45:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006573.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4792.2, Rev. 1, Federal Employees Occupational Health Services (7/14/87)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006572.pdf</link><description>This directive describes occupational health services in FSIS.</description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 02009 07:34:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006572.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4511.3, Peer Review Plan for Scientific Positions (5/4/90)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006569.pdf</link><description>This directive outlines the policies, procedures, and criteria FSIS will use in evaluating proposals to upgrade incumbents of GM-13 and GM-14 scientific positions to the next higher grade level. These policies, procedures, and criteria, in total, encompass the Peer Review Plan.</description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 02009 06:51:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006569.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4791.15, Radiation Safety Program (9/24/97)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006566.pdf</link><description>This directive assigns responsibilities and describes procedures for implementing the
USDA Radiation Safety Program.</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 02009 02:37:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006566.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4735.6, Safeguarding Confidential Industry Information (3/25/85)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006565.pdf</link><description>This directive describes FSIS policy regarding access to and use by Agency personnel
of certain industry information which may be considered confidential.</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 02009 02:35:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006565.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4900.4, Rev. 3, Employee Pay Problems and Inquiries to National Finance Center (12/6/85)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006564.pdf</link><description>This directive establishes liaison contact points for the purpose of making inquiries to NFC concerning pay, leave, or other employee benefits.
It also provides information to employees who have problems or questions involving salary checks, savings bonds, payroll forms, etc.</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 02009 02:33:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006564.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4850.1, Unemployment Compensation and Severance Pay (10/18/82)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006562.pdf</link><description>This directive provides information on severance pay and unemployment compensation for Federal civilian employees.</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 02009 02:28:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006562.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4792.3, Rev. 1, Employee Assistance Program (11/22/89)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006561.pdf</link><description>This directive describes comprehensive, nationwide diagnosis, referral, and short-term counseling services available to all FSIS employees with alcohol, drug, or other personal problems which are interfering with work performance. It also describes services available to families of employees, and it describes FSIS policy regarding employees whose personal problems
cause or contribute to job performance or conduct problems.</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 02009 02:26:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006561.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4791.8, Air Contaminants Safety Awareness Program (6/19/96)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006560.pdf</link><description>This directive contains general provisions and guidelines to develop and manage an air contaminants safety awareness program.</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 02009 02:23:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006560.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4791.7, Monitoring Employee Exposure to Occupational Radiation (8/8/95)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006559.pdf</link><description>This directive provides instructions to inspection employees for obtaining and using personnel radiation dosimeters (also called film badges). Inspection personnel wear film badges when working with radioactive materials or radiation-emanating equipment (i.e., an x-ray inspection area or irradiation facility).</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 02009 02:22:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006559.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4713.1, Rev. 1, Equal Employment Opportunity (9/28/88)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006558.pdf</link><description>This directive provides Agency policy for administrating the EEO Program.  This directive contains the responsibilities of management and supervisory officials, and it contains operating procedures for EEO Advisory Committees.</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 02009 02:20:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006558.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4711.1, Rev. 2, Labor Management Relations (11/3/87)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006557.pdf</link><description>This directive describes the FSIS Labor-Management Relations Program pursuant to and in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Service Reform Act of 1978 (PA. 95-454).</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 02009 02:16:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006557.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4591.1, Allowances and Differentials for Employees Stationed in Nonforeign Areas (6/2/88)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006556.pdf</link><description>This directive provides information on allowances and differentials provided to employees permanently assigned to nonforeign areas.</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 02009 02:11:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006556.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4610.5, Rev. 1, Am. 2, Alternative Work Schedules (8/18/94)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006555.pdf</link><description>This directive describes the provisions of Public Law 99-196, the Federal Employees
Flexible and Compressed Work Schedules Act of 1985, dated December 23, 1985. This
directive also provides guidelines to supervisors and employees participating in flexible
and compressed work schedules.</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 02009 02:04:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006555.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4610.1, Tours of Duty (6/3/81)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006554.pdf</link><description>This directive sets forth the guidelines and procedures for establishing and assigning
employees to tours of duty.</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 02009 02:01:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006554.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4610.3, Service During Work Stoppages In Connection With Strikes, Floods, or Other Emergency Conditions (11/24/80)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006553.pdf</link><description>This directive gives procedures for the utilization of employees during work stoppages due to strikes, floods, or other emergency conditions and specifies employees to whom it will apply.</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 02009 01:55:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006553.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4550.4, Premium Pay Under Title 5 (1/7/85)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006552.pdf</link><description>This directive states premium pay entitlements under Title 5, U.S. Code, and includes premium pay guides.</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 02009 01:52:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006552.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4550.1, Rev. 2, Travel Time Pay Entitlement Under Title 5, U.S. Code (2/10/86)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006551.pdf</link><description>This directive states the policy of FSIS on ordering employees to travel outside their regular hours of work, and the criteria for determining when time spent traveling is considered hours of work under Title 5, U.S. Code.</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 02009 01:51:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006551.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4610.6, Daily Duty Limitations for In-Plant Inspectors (9/26/95)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006550.pdf</link><description>This directive limits the daily number of hours that an inspection employee may be assigned to inspection duties.</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 02009 01:48:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006550.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4500.1, Classification of Positions (10/5/78)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006549.pdf</link><description>This directive gives the position classification policy of the Food Safety and Quality Service (FSQS), states responsibilities, and provides general information and formats for the development and amendment of position descriptions.</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 02009 01:46:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006549.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4451.6, Non-Monetary Award Recognition (9/24/93)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006546.pdf</link><description>This directive provides policy and guidelines for non-monetary award recognition within the Incentive Awards Program. Non-monetary items granted as awards may be
effective in motivating employees to improve performance by recognizing their achievements.</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 02009 01:37:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006546.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4312.1, Position Management (2/14/84)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006544.pdf</link><description>This directive provides policy and procedures for position management in FSIS and
assigns related responsibilities to managers, supervisors, and staff organizations.</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 02009 01:32:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006544.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4340.1, Rev. 1, Part Time Employment Policies (7/12/85)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006532.pdf</link><description>This directive describes the Federal Employee's Part-Time Career Act of 1978, under which FSIS will provide part-time employment opportunities, and provides guidance on scheduling work, tours of duty, pay classification, leave, holiday pay, and employee benefits.</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 02009 10:54:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006532.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4430.4, Performance Evaluation Plan for Non-Bargaining Unit Employees (6/17/04)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006531.pdf</link><description>This directive defines FSIS performance appraisal policy for all non-bargaining unit employees except those included in the SES. Senior executives are covered by the
USDA SES Performance Management Plan.
This directive also establishes procedures for results-oriented performance standards.</description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 02011 06:49:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006531.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4315.3, Rev. 1, Probationary Period for Newly Appointed Supervisors and Managers (5/3/89)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006530.pdf</link><description>This directive provides guidance to newly appointed supervisors and managers serving probationary periods and to reviewing officials responsible for appraising these employees.</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 02009 10:16:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6006530.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4531.1, Rev. 4, Within-Grade Increase (5/27/03)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6004403.pdf</link><description>This directive gives guidance and procedures for granting and withholding WGIs.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 02011 07:56:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6004403.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4306.2, Reasonable Accomodation... (3/17/05)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6004402.pdf</link><description>This directive provides Agency policy and responsibilities for providing reasonable accommodation and accessibility to people with disabilities.</description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 02011 01:44:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6004402.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4339.2, Medical Examinations for Employees... (8/23/79)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6004400.pdf</link><description>This directive gives procedures for obtaining medical examinations for employees exposed to dangerous materials or inordinate hazards in the course of their work.</description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 02008 12:20:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6004400.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4351.1, Rev. 3, Reduction in Force (1/26/95)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6004399.pdf</link><description>This directive provides information on reduction in force.</description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 02008 11:37:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6004399.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4451.9, External Awards (1/24/96)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6004398.pdf</link><description>This directive describes the procedures for submitting nominations for awards sponsored by organizations external to FSIS including other Federal agencies and private groups.</description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 02008 12:17:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6004398.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4451.2, Rev. 3, Performance Awards Porgram for... (11/28/97)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6004397.pdf</link><description>This directive issues policy, responsibilities, and procedures for the awards program for nonbargaining unit employees who work in a plant environment.</description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 02008 12:16:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6004397.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4511.2, Rev. 1, Position Maintenance Review Program (4/9/87)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6004396.pdf</link><description>This directive establishes the FSIS Position Maintenance Review Program.</description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 02008 12:15:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6004396.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4530.3, Rev. 3, Salary Rate Determinations for General... (10/18/02)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6004395.pdf</link><description>This directive provides information on the method for assigning rates of basic pay for General Schedule employees.</description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Sep 02011 06:36:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6004395.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4550.2, Rev. 3, Garnishment of Wages for Child Support... (4/8/99)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6004394.pdf</link><description>This directive gives procedures for compliance with legal requirements to withhold salary for court-ordered child support, alimony, and commercial garnishments.</description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 02008 12:11:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6004394.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4536.1, Rev. 2, Grade and Pay Retention (7/7/88)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6004392.pdf</link><description>This directive provides for the administration of grade and pay retention.</description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 02008 12:10:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6004392.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4792.1, Rev. 2, First Aid (7/13/87)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6004389.pdf</link><description>This directive provides procedures for providing training in first aid and for furnishing offices with needed supplies.</description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 02008 12:06:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6004389.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4451.4,  Rev. 3, Administrator's Workplace Harmony Award (8/1/08)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6004347.pdf</link><description>This directive provides policy and guidance for an award recognizing contributions that improve Agency worklife by promoting workplace harmony and teamwork.</description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Sep 02011 06:37:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6004347.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4630.7, Creditable Service for Annual Leave Accrual (4/25/08)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6003925.pdf</link><description>This directive establishes a new provision for granting newly appointed employees credit toward annual leave accrual for prior work experience that otherwise would not be creditable for determining the newly appointed employee's annual leave accrual rate.</description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 02011 09:39:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6003925.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4630.3, Rev. 1, Witnesses in Judicial Proceedings (1/22/08)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6003893.pdf</link><description>This directive establishes procedures FSIS employees must follow when testifying in judicial proceedings.</description><pubDate>Tue, 1 Feb 02011 07:11:00 CST</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6003893.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4537.1, Rev. 2, Repayment of Student Loans Program (9/6/07)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6003252.pdf</link><description>This directive provides policy for repaying student loans.  This directive supplements the USDA policy.</description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Sep 02011 06:36:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6003252.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4735.9, Rev. 1, Ethics and Conflicts of Interest (8/22/07)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6003199.pdf</link><description>This directive establishes the Agency's policy and procedures regarding ethical employee conduct.</description><pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 02011 01:21:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6003199.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4200.2, Rev. 1, New Employee Orientation (7/12/07)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6003060.pdf</link><description>This directive describes the new employee orientation program and provides guidelines to use when orienting new employees.</description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 02011 09:04:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6003060.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4339.1, Rev. 1, Medical Determinations Relating to Employment (9/18/85) </title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprd1010812.pdf</link><description>This directive establishes procedures for obtaining medical information relevant to personnel management decisions.</description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Dec 02006 09:16:00 CST</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprd1010812.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4293.1, Personnel Records (1/25/84)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprd1010811.pdf</link><description>This directive describes the personnel records that may be maintained at program operating levels and describes the Official Personnel Folder, "For Official Use Only" file, Employee Performance File, and the Work Folder.</description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Dec 02006 09:13:00 CST</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprd1010811.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4251.1, Rev. 1, IntraManagement Communication and Consultation System (10/6/88)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprd1010810.pdf</link><description>This directive establishes an IntraManagement Communication and Consultation System to provide for information exchange between top management officials and first-line supervisors, and participation of supervisors in the formulation of decisions affecting them in program development.</description><pubDate>Thu, 7 Aug 02008 06:46:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprd1010810.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4410.4, FSIS Training Steering Committee (12/6/92)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprd1010749.pdf</link><description>This directive establishes FSIS policy for Agency-level coordination of training activities and describes procedures and assigns responsibilities for identifying, approving, and implementing training initiatives and programs.</description><pubDate>Wed, 6 Dec 02006 08:30:00 CST</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprd1010749.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4300.1, Reassignment of Food Inspectors... (12/20/82)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprd1010750.pdf</link><description>This directive covers reassignments of food inspectors to vacant positions in work reduction situations when reassignments must be made outside the commuting area.</description><pubDate>Wed, 6 Dec 02006 08:37:00 CST</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprd1010750.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4300.5, Rev. 3, Details of Personnel (5/30/90)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprd1010751.pdf</link><description>This directive provides policy and procedures for personnel details.</description><pubDate>Wed, 6 Dec 02006 08:47:00 CST</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprd1010751.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4338.1, Am. 2, Training as a Condition of Employment (3/1/13)) </title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6008447.pdf</link><description>This directive transmits revised Attachments 1 and 9.</description><pubDate>Mon, 4 Mar 02013 11:11:00 CST</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6008447.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4304.1, Rev. 2, Employment of Experts and Consultants (9/28/93)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprd1010782.pdf</link><description>This directive provides policy, requirements, and procedures for employing experts and consultants in positions excepted from competitive service by statute or OPM.</description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Dec 02006 03:30:00 CST</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprd1010782.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4315.2, Probationary Period (3/3/82)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprd1010783.pdf</link><description>This directive gives policies and procedures to first-line supervisors and other officials responsible for retaining or terminating employees serving probationary periods in Federal Service.</description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Dec 02006 03:32:00 CST</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprd1010783.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4791.13, Workplace Inspections... (6/19/96)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprd1007574.pdf</link><description>This directive describes the basic provisions for workplace inspections and reporting and recordkeeping requirements under the Agency's Occupational Safety and Health Program.  It also provides injury, illness, and motor vehicle incident reporting and recordkeeping guidelines.</description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 02011 07:40:00 CST</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprd1007574.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4732.2, Security Clearances (11/7/05)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprd1006538.pdf</link><description>This directive sets forth the policy and criteria for requesting security clearances and the procedures for processing requests.</description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 02011 09:45:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprd1006538.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4735.8, Drug-Free Workplace Plan (10/26/05)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprd1006522.pdf</link><description>This directive establishes policy, procedures, and criteria that govern implementation of the FSIS Drug-Free Workplace Plan and sets forth supervisory and employee responsibilities.</description><pubDate>Thu, 1 Sep 02011 10:23:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprd1006522.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4735.7, Rev. 1, Industry Complaints Against FSIS Program Employees (5/25/05)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprd1006166.pdf</link><description>This directive establishes policy and prescribes procedures for processing and resolving industry complaints, against program employees, resulting from official duties or activities.</description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 02005 06:34:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprd1006166.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4771.1, Rev. 3, Administrative Grievance System (7/31/06)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/004199.pdf</link><description>This directive describes policy and procedures for the Administrative Grievance System. The system provides a fair, equitable, and timely forum for internal review and resolution of employment-related disputes.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 02011 08:00:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/004199.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4735.3, Rev. 1, Employee Responsibilities and Conduct (6/7/07)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/004337.pdf</link><description>This directive outlines employee responsibilities and conduct, prohibited activities, approval requirements, and appeal provisions.</description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Feb 02012 09:50:00 CST</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/004337.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4430.2, Rev. 1, Monetary Awards Based on the Performance... (7/11/95)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/004673.pdf</link><description>This directive provides policy and procedures for recommending and processing monetary awards to recognize overall high quality job performance of nonbargaining unit GS and equivalent employees who do not work in a plan environment.</description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 02011 02:10:00 CST</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/004673.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4451.11, Home Marketing Incentive Program (9/24/99)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004888.pdf</link><description>This directive establishes policy and assigns responsibilities for the Home Marketing Incentive Program.</description><pubDate>Tue, 1 Mar 02005 10:00:00 CST</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004888.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4791.5, Hazard Communication Program (4/27/90)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004906.pdf</link><description>This directive provides the basic provisions, policy, and requirements for the Agency's Occupational Safety and Health Program.</description><pubDate>Tue, 1 Mar 02005 10:00:00 CST</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004906.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4735.4, Rev. 3, Am. 1, Reporting Assault... (4/22/05)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6008449.pdf</link><description>This directive outlines responsibilities for reporting incidents of assault, threats of assault, intimidation, or interference by regulated industry personnel against FSIS employees during, or as a result of, their official duties.</description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 02011 09:43:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/stelprdb6008449.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4791.6, Rev. 2, Procedures for Workplace and Travel...(11/9/00)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004910.pdf</link><description>This directive provides procedures for handling emergencies in the workplace and during travel.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 02011 08:02:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004910.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4791.1, Rev. 2, Am. 2, Basic Occupational Safety and Health Program (5/15/02) </title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004904.pdf</link><description>This directive provides the basic provisions, policy, and requirements for the Agency's Occupational Safety and Health Program.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 02011 08:01:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004904.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4610.8, Returning to Work After a Workplace Injury (Work Hardening Program) (9/17/01)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004898.pdf</link><description>This directive contains provisions for the "Work Hardening Program."  The Work Hardening Program permits employees to return to the position they occupied at the time they were injured on the job, but with limited hours of duty.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 02011 07:57:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004898.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4461.1, Transit Benefit Program (2/24/03)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004892.pdf</link><description>This directive provides FSIS policy on transit benefits payments.</description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 02011 09:41:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004892.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4451.12, Employee Suggestion Program (7/3/02)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004890.pdf</link><description>This directive provides policy and procedures for the Employee Suggestion Program.</description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 02011 09:02:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004890.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4451.8, Rev. 1, Spot Award Program (3/18/02)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004884.pdf</link><description>This directive establishes policy and procedure to grant spot awards under the Spot Award Program.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 02011 07:55:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004884.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4451.10, Rev. 2, Field Operations Merit Award Program (8/15/03)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004886.pdf</link><description>This directive describes the Field Operations Merit Awards for Excellence Program.</description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 02011 09:05:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004886.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4791.12, Reporting and Correcting Occupational Hazards (6/19/96)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004913.pdf</link><description>This directive updates instructions for reporting and correcting hazardous working conditions.  It also contains additional reporting procedures for employees involved in inspection work.</description><pubDate>Tue, 1 Mar 02005 10:00:00 CST</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004913.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4791.11, Rev. 1, Lockout and Tagout Safety Procedures (6/2/97)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004911.pdf</link><description>This directive includes lockout/tagout procedure which provides maximum safety for FSIS personnel and fully complies with regulatory requirements in CFR Title 29 parts 1960 and 1910.</description><pubDate>Thu, 7 Aug 02008 07:15:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004911.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4335.8, Rev. 1, Interview Policy (11/4/02)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004870.pdf</link><description>This directive provides the interview policy for the Agency.</description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 02011 09:29:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004870.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4413.1, Rev. 2, Career Enhancement Program (5/12/03)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004876.pdf</link><description>This directive provides guidance on filling positions through competitive procedures under the FSIS Career Enhancement Program.</description><pubDate>Thu, 1 Sep 02011 10:28:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004876.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4339.3, Medical Requirements for In-Plant Positions in FSIS (6/4/02)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004874.pdf</link><description>This directive establishes responsibility for the administration of medical qualifications required for in-plant positions in FSIS.</description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 02011 09:24:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004874.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4334.1, Intergovernmental Personnel Act (IPA) Assignments (7/14/03)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004862.pdf</link><description>This directive establishes FSIS policies and procedures for the temporary assignment of employees.</description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 02011 09:20:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004862.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4310.2, Rev. 1, Employment of Relatives (7/16/07)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004860.pdf</link><description>This directive establishes FSIS policy on employment of relatives.</description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 02011 09:08:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004860.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4300.3, Career Transition Assistance Program (1/8/99)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004854.pdf</link><description>This directive provides programs that offer eligible surplus and displaced employees with career transition services and job selection.</description><pubDate>Thu, 7 Aug 02008 06:50:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004854.pdf</guid></item><item><title>Directive 4306.1, Rev. 5, Employment of People with Disabilities (Including Disabled Veterans) (12/21/04)</title><link>http://inside.fsis.usda.gov/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004858.pdf</link><description>This directive provides policies and responsibilities for recruiting, hiring and retaining employees with disabilities, including disabled veterans.</description><pubDate>Thu, 25 Aug 02011 07:37:00 CDT</pubDate><author>FSIS</author><guid isPermaLink='true'>/fsis/docViewer?filename=FSISIntranet/Policy/Documents/0004858.pdf</guid></item></channel></rss>
