Originally Posted by
bsh932
What is our obligation to answer a phone call from the CPO when we are sick and not on duty? I rarely answer my phone when I'm well, let alone when I am sick. How exactly does a good faith call work if you have zero obligation to actually answer the phone?
You never, ever have to answer the phone. Ever.
However, in some circumstances (like on Short Call, or when the CPO leaves you a message), you must respond in a reasonable timeframe. You can't just ignore the CPO ad infinitum.