Employee use of social media

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According to the policy, what is the Department's stance on employees' use of blogs and other social media tools?

  • Employees have the right to use blogs and social media as a form of self-expression (correct)
  • Employees are encouraged to engage in online debates without any restrictions
  • Employees are prohibited from using any form of social media for self-expression
  • Employees must obtain prior approval before using any form of social media

What is considered unacceptable according to the policy?

  • Engaging in any online activity during non-working hours
  • Activities that adversely affect job performance, the performance of other employees, or Department operations (correct)
  • Expressing personal opinions on social media
  • Participating in any form of online publishing or discussion

Why does the directive emphasize the need for employees to be thoughtful about their online perception?

  • To ensure that employees do not spend excessive time on social media
  • To minimize personal use of social media during working hours
  • To prevent damage to their own reputation and the public's perception of the Police Department (correct)
  • To encourage employees to share more personal information online

What is one of the reasons mentioned for adopting a standard of conduct for employees participating in social media communication and activity?

<p>To ensure that online activity by employees does not serve to erode the public trust in the Department (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should employees be aware of when participating in social media communication and activity, according to the directive?

<p>That their online activity can impact their own reputation and the public's perception of the Police Department (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to a self-published diary or commentary on a particular topic?

<p>Blog (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the specific portion of a social media website where content is displayed and managed by an individual or individuals with administrator rights?

<p>Page (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'social media' refer to?

<p>Internet-based resources that integrate user-generated content and participation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'profile' in the context of social networking sites?

<p>Information that a user provides about themselves (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of online platforms do social networks refer to?

<p>Platforms for creating profiles and sharing information (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the Department Standards Directive 26.100, what is prohibited regarding the use of Department logos on personal web pages?

<p>Using logos without authorization from the chief of police or designated supervisor (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the guideline regarding the participation in social media while on work time as per Department Standards Directive 26.100?

<p>Limited participation in social media during work time may be required for the performance of Department duties (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if off-duty online activity violates State statute, Federal statute, or Department policies and procedures?

<p>It may lead to disciplinary action including termination (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are employees advised about regarding online postings as per the directive?

<p>They are advised to be aware of the effect online postings may have on their reputations and privacy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should employees do regarding third party's copyrights, copyrighted material, trademarks, service marks, or other intellectual property when using them online?

<p>They should get appropriate permission before using them (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should employees not disclose or discuss according to the 'Employee Use of Social Media Directive No. 26.110'?

<p>Guilt or innocence of any suspect or arrestee and comments concerning pending prosecutions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of comments, content, or images are prohibited according to the 'Employee Use of Social Media Directive No. 26.110'?

<p>Defamatory, proprietary, harassing, pornographic, libelous (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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