Applicants may be disqualified for consideration of membership when any of the following factors exist:

The applicant does not possess the minimum qualifications for the job.

The applicant is not physically or mentally fit to perform the duties of the job.

The applicant has demonstrated an unsatisfactory employment record or personal record as evidenced by the results of a reference check.

The applicant refuses to sign an affidavit allowing a warranted background investigation.

The applicant has given false information in their application, practiced deception during the selection process, or does not complete the application.

The applicant is suspended from employment, or is otherwise under disciplinary sanction by their current employer.

Applicants who were LPFPD members terminated for cause.