Which groups have their AWE determined as max for TTD and TPD?

• A. Active and reserve police officers only
• B. Active members of regular organized volunteer fire departments only
• C. Active members of regular organized volunteer fire departments and active and reserve police officers
• D. All city employees

Answer: (C)

In SIP benefit calculations, the Average Weekly Earnings (AWE) used to compute Temporary Total Disability (TTD) and Temporary Partial Disability (TPD) can be set to the maximum when dealing with certain public-safety groups. This approach ensures disability benefits reflect the higher earnings typically found in these roles. The groups specifically covered are active and reserve police officers and active members of regular organized volunteer fire departments. Because of this, their AWE is determined as the maximum, making their TTD/TPD calculations based on the higher AWE. Other city employee groups don’t automatically receive this max treatment, which is why the correct choice includes both police and volunteer-fire active members.