Section 141.380  Invalidation of Certification

a)         Invalidation of certification will be processed when:

1)         Certification was awarded based on falsified office documentation, i.e., Application for Certification/Validation-Attestation, Request for Examination, etc.

2)         Certification was awarded based on falsified training records.

3)         The individual has been convicted of a felony, crime of moral turpitude, or criminal act arising out of employment as a firefighter according to applicable State of Illinois regulation.

4)         Cheating on the State examination, including obtaining the exam prior to the examination date.

b)         Records of invalidation of certifications will be retained by the Office.

c)         An individual whose certification is invalidated under subsection (a) may request a hearing within 20 days after the event.  Section 141.50 will govern appeal hearings.