Data Mapping and Reporting

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According to the Los Angeles Times, why have the payouts for lawsuits against the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department increased over the last decade?

Due to officer-involved shootings (correct)

Due to serious misconduct cases

Due to traffic collisions involving officers

Due to the social climate of today

What is the reason behind the increase in the cost of judgments and settlements in lawsuits against law enforcement agencies, according to the article?

Jurors are less likely to give law enforcement the benefit of the doubt

Attorneys are seeking larger settlements during negotiations

Juries are awarding larger sums to plaintiffs

All of the above (correct)

What is the City of Los Angeles considering issuing to pay for liability claims and jury verdicts against the Los Angeles Police Department?

Judgment bonds (correct)

Tax increases

Bank loans

Liability insurance

What was the purpose of the closed session council meeting?

To review claims against the City Signup and view all the answers

What was the cumulative total of the six claims against the police department?

$90,000 Signup and view all the answers

Who typically received the reports listing the claims against the City?

The Chief's Office Signup and view all the answers

What did the Training Sergeant ask for after reviewing the report on claims?

To be sent a report on a monthly basis Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an activity aimed at reducing risk in police work?

Regular training programs Signup and view all the answers

What incidents should be routinely monitored and examined to identify common causation factors?

Field incidents handled by patrol sergeants Signup and view all the answers

What type of approach is needed to find answers to risk management questions according to the text?

A systematic approach relying on reliable data Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended focus when building a risk management system according to the text?

Focus narrowly on relevant metrics, data, and processes Signup and view all the answers

Why did the author reach out to Gordon Graham?

The author needed advice on risk management Signup and view all the answers

What did the author learn from working with Lexipol?

The problems and issues faced by public safety agencies Signup and view all the answers

What was the main focus of the driving instructor certification courses developed by the author?

Reducing at-fault collisions Signup and view all the answers

According to Gordon Graham, what is one of his seven rules of risk management?

Training has to be constant and rigorous Signup and view all the answers

According to the U.S. Army Leader Development Manual, a leader who thinks critically does which of the following?

Seeks to obtain the most thorough and accurate understanding possible Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of everyone in the organization according to the text?

Risk management Signup and view all the answers

Why is risk management important for police leaders?

To reduce liability Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between a complacent leader and an anxious leader according to the text?

A complacent leader is confident that things will be fine, while an anxious leader is always seeing the worst-case scenario Signup and view all the answers

What are the 'Five Pillars of Organizational Risk Management' defined by Gordon Graham?

People, Policy, Training, Supervision, and Discipline Signup and view all the answers

What is the first suggestion for developing a sound system for risk management?

Make the task mandatory at all levels Signup and view all the answers

What does Gordon Graham recommend for implementing risk management principles?

Refer to Gordon's extensive writings for additional details Signup and view all the answers

What did the CEO of the organization need to do to prioritize risk management?

Make it a priority and codify it into a policy document Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key reason for regularly updating policies and procedures?

To ensure they remain legally defensible Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial component of a sound policy system?

Developing a program for training and acknowledgment Signup and view all the answers

Why is training and testing officers on policies important?

To ensure officers understand the policies Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of risk management practices in an organization?

To prevent adverse incidents Signup and view all the answers

Which departmental data should be disseminated without identifying information?

Personnel and internal affairs data Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with data that sits idle and does not provide any value?

Develop query tools Signup and view all the answers

What factors should be considered when reviewing the data and original documentation?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if corrective actions are not working?

Implement additional changes or measures Signup and view all the answers

Which department did the officer notify about the possible design flaw of the stairwell?

Property and Facilities section Signup and view all the answers

What type of data should be collected to identify and prioritize risks?

Data on pursuits, uses of force, traffic collisions, workers' compensation claims, grievances, shootings and complaints from the public Signup and view all the answers

What type of database can be used to accomplish the task of collecting data if the agency is small enough?

Relational database (FileMaker Pro©) or spreadsheet (Microsoft Excel©, Apple’s Numbers©) Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to ensure compliance with the law when collecting and safeguarding data?

Work with legal advisor, city attorney or county counsel Signup and view all the answers