David McFeaters
New member
Hi everyone I am new here and I had a question that hopefully someone could answer. I work for an ambulance service that obviously doesn't allow firearms on the property and on duty etc. This I understand but the issue that came up recently and is causing contention is that when an employee goes off the clock and off the property they are allowed to open and concealed carry per PA and Federal law etc. The company now says they can deny employees the right to wear a firearm off duty and off the clock while commuting or in public places while still wearing our uniforms. The issue I have with this is that once I am clocked out like many others is that I am now a private citizen and have the right to carry etc guaranteed by state and federal law how or when did an employer gain the right to deny myself or others the right to lawfully carry based on this policy? When challenged or questioned they become argumentative and it becomes hostile and all policy and bylaws must be based of constitutional standards without infringement and the companies lawyer always agrees with what they want to do right or wrong.
Any ideas or solutions to this situation? I understand that when we are commuting while still in uniform we are representing the company but we are off the clock and off duty as private citizens. Any help is appreciated and thanks in advance.
Any ideas or solutions to this situation? I understand that when we are commuting while still in uniform we are representing the company but we are off the clock and off duty as private citizens. Any help is appreciated and thanks in advance.