BSO Standards and Professionalism

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Questions and Answers

What is considered neglect of duty?

Reporting promptly to a supervisor

Performing one’s duty in a careless or negligent manner (correct)

Performing one’s duty in an exemplary manner

Following rules and orders diligently

Which of the following is an example of unsatisfactory performance?

Willingness to perform assigned tasks

Punctual attendance to duty

Ability to handle stressful situations

Unwillingness or inability to perform assigned tasks (correct)

What is required of a deputy in case of an unintentional discharge of a firearm while on duty?

Immediately contact his or her supervisor (correct)

Write a report and submit it the next day

Immediately contact the media

Seek medical attention

What is considered a failure to conduct a complete or proper investigation?

Failing to conduct a complete or proper investigation Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of neglect of duty?

Appearing to sleep while on duty without authorization Signup and view all the answers

What is required of an off-duty deputy who unintentionally discharges a firearm?

Immediately contact his or her supervisor and the on-duty supervisor Signup and view all the answers

What is failure to report promptly to a supervisor?

Failing to report promptly to a supervisor any information concerning misconduct or unlawful action by another member of BSO Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of failure to discharge duties?

Failure to take appropriate action on the occasion of a crime Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of employees familiarizing themselves with BSO literature?

To ensure employees are aware of all applicable policies and procedures Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of an employee's failure to meet BSO standards?

Employee will be subject to disciplinary action Signup and view all the answers

What is included in BSO literature?

All applicable policies, procedures, and training bulletins Signup and view all the answers

Who should an employee with questions regarding BSO literature request assistance from?

Their supervisor Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of employees in carrying out the functions of BSO?

To perform their duties in a manner that tends to meet BSO objectives Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of an employee's failure to meet BSO standards?

Failure to follow a rule, order, or directive governing BSO operations Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of reviewing BSO literature?

To ensure employees are aware of all applicable policies and procedures Signup and view all the answers

What is expected of employees in performing their duties?

To perform their duties in a manner that tends to establish and maintain the highest standards of efficiency, competency, and professionalism Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Meeting BSO Standards

Employees are expected to perform their duties efficiently, competently, and professionally to meet BSO objectives.
Employees must stay current with all applicable policies, procedures, and literature, including:
- Sheriff's Policy Manual
- General Orders
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Operations Orders
- Post Orders
- Administrative Orders
- Training and legal bulletins
- Internal Memorandum

Failure to Meet BSO Standards

Failure to meet BSO standards includes:
- Lack of knowledge of laws, policies, and procedures relevant to duty performance
- Failure to follow a rule, order, or directive governing BSO operations
- Failure to promote BSO's policies, goals, and objectives
- Unwillingness or inability to perform assigned duties or satisfy standards of performance

Neglect of Duty

Employees must not neglect or fail to act on their official responsibilities.
Neglect of duty includes:
- Performing duties in a careless or negligent manner
- General inefficiency or inattention in performance of duty
- Unsatisfactory performance, including:
  - Inability to perform assigned tasks
  - Failure to take appropriate action on occasion of a crime or disorder
  - Repeated poor evaluations or written record of repeated infractions
- Failure to conduct a complete or proper investigation or search
- Appearing to sleep while on duty without authorization
- Failure to promptly and diligently attend to duties
- Failure to report promptly to a supervisor information concerning misconduct or unlawful action by another member
- Failure to immediately contact a supervisor after an on-duty or off-duty firearm discharge

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Description

This quiz assesses knowledge of the BSO standards and policies, including employee responsibilities, efficiency, and professionalism. It covers the importance of staying current with BSO literature and meeting objectives.