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Who is responsible for the death and injury notification policy?
Who is responsible for the death and injury notification policy?
What entity provides confidential support to colleagues in emergency services following traumatic events?
What entity provides confidential support to colleagues in emergency services following traumatic events?
What type of death is defined as the death of an active-duty deputy as a result of circumstances occurring while in an off-duty capacity, or on duty but not considered line-of-duty?
What type of death is defined as the death of an active-duty deputy as a result of circumstances occurring while in an off-duty capacity, or on duty but not considered line-of-duty?
What is the role of a Victim Advocate in this context?
What is the role of a Victim Advocate in this context?
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If a decedent is unmarried, has no adult children, and no guardian for a minor child, who will be contacted next in the succession?
If a decedent is unmarried, has no adult children, and no guardian for a minor child, who will be contacted next in the succession?
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What is the main responsibility of the Family Liaison?
What is the main responsibility of the Family Liaison?
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What is NOT a responsibility of the Family Liaison?
What is NOT a responsibility of the Family Liaison?
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What is the role of the Family Liaison in relation to the agency?
What is the role of the Family Liaison in relation to the agency?
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Which of the following is NOT a task the Family Liaison may be involved in?
Which of the following is NOT a task the Family Liaison may be involved in?
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What is the Family Liaison's role in decision-making regarding the funeral and other arrangements?
What is the Family Liaison's role in decision-making regarding the funeral and other arrangements?
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Who is responsible for determining the need for a law enforcement service or Sheriff's Office assistance?
Who is responsible for determining the need for a law enforcement service or Sheriff's Office assistance?
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In the event of multiple family members living in different locations, what is the Family Liaison's role?
In the event of multiple family members living in different locations, what is the Family Liaison's role?
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Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the Family Liaison?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the Family Liaison?
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What is the primary responsibility of the Victim Advocate?
What is the primary responsibility of the Victim Advocate?
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What assistance does the Human Resources Director provide to the family of a deceased employee?
What assistance does the Human Resources Director provide to the family of a deceased employee?
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When should the Benefits Coordinator contact the beneficiaries to ensure they have received their benefits?
When should the Benefits Coordinator contact the beneficiaries to ensure they have received their benefits?
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Why might information provided during the initial meeting following a death be overlooked or misunderstood?
Why might information provided during the initial meeting following a death be overlooked or misunderstood?
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What is the purpose of the 30-day grace period mentioned in the text?
What is the purpose of the 30-day grace period mentioned in the text?
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What is the role of the Victim Advocate in relation to criminal proceedings?
What is the role of the Victim Advocate in relation to criminal proceedings?
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Who should receive a printout detailing the benefits a child will receive after the death of a parent?
Who should receive a printout detailing the benefits a child will receive after the death of a parent?
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What is the primary benefit of the Victim Advocate coordinating with the Benefits Coordinator?
What is the primary benefit of the Victim Advocate coordinating with the Benefits Coordinator?
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In the context of this order, which of the following is considered a 'serious injury'?
In the context of this order, which of the following is considered a 'serious injury'?
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When notifying the next of kin about a death or serious injury, what is the primary concern before making contact?
When notifying the next of kin about a death or serious injury, what is the primary concern before making contact?
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According to the policy, what is the preferred course of action when a victim advocate is available for death or injury notifications?
According to the policy, what is the preferred course of action when a victim advocate is available for death or injury notifications?
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Why is a neighborhood check conducted before contacting next of kin about a death or injury?
Why is a neighborhood check conducted before contacting next of kin about a death or injury?
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This general order primarily serves as a guide for which of the following?
This general order primarily serves as a guide for which of the following?
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According to this order, who has primary decision-making power regarding funeral arrangements for an officer who dies in the line of duty?
According to this order, who has primary decision-making power regarding funeral arrangements for an officer who dies in the line of duty?
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Which of the following statements about this general order is TRUE?
Which of the following statements about this general order is TRUE?
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What does the acronym 'G.O.' stand for in this document?
What does the acronym 'G.O.' stand for in this document?
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Who is responsible for providing information on benefits available to survivors in the case of a law enforcement officer's death?
Who is responsible for providing information on benefits available to survivors in the case of a law enforcement officer's death?
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What is the primary role of the Family Liaison after a law enforcement officer's death?
What is the primary role of the Family Liaison after a law enforcement officer's death?
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Which of the following is NOT a task assigned to the Human Resources Director/Benefits Coordinator after a law enforcement officer's death?
Which of the following is NOT a task assigned to the Human Resources Director/Benefits Coordinator after a law enforcement officer's death?
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What is the timeframe within which the Human Resources Director/Benefits Coordinator should visit with the immediate survivors to discuss benefits?
What is the timeframe within which the Human Resources Director/Benefits Coordinator should visit with the immediate survivors to discuss benefits?
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What is the significance of the Agency Liaison's presence at a deceased law enforcement officer's funeral?
What is the significance of the Agency Liaison's presence at a deceased law enforcement officer's funeral?
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What benefit information should the Human Resources Director/Benefits Coordinator provide to the survivors?
What benefit information should the Human Resources Director/Benefits Coordinator provide to the survivors?
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What is the purpose of repeating the benefits explanation procedure to the survivors within a month following the death?
What is the purpose of repeating the benefits explanation procedure to the survivors within a month following the death?
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Which of the following groups is NOT mentioned as a potential source of support for law enforcement survivors?
Which of the following groups is NOT mentioned as a potential source of support for law enforcement survivors?
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What is the responsibility of the Public Information Officer (PIO) regarding media inquiries?
What is the responsibility of the Public Information Officer (PIO) regarding media inquiries?
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What is the primary purpose of the agency's communication with immediate survivors regarding court proceedings?
What is the primary purpose of the agency's communication with immediate survivors regarding court proceedings?
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What should investigators do if there are no court proceedings surrounding the death?
What should investigators do if there are no court proceedings surrounding the death?
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When relaying information to immediate survivors and family members, the agency should primarily focus on:
When relaying information to immediate survivors and family members, the agency should primarily focus on:
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What is the agency's responsibility in terms of maintaining contact with immediate survivors?
What is the agency's responsibility in terms of maintaining contact with immediate survivors?
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In cases where criminal violations are suspected, what should the agency prioritize regarding information dissemination?
In cases where criminal violations are suspected, what should the agency prioritize regarding information dissemination?
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What is the role of the Family Liaison in communication with immediate survivors regarding media inquiries?
What is the role of the Family Liaison in communication with immediate survivors regarding media inquiries?
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How does the PIO contribute to the agency's handling of sensitive information?
How does the PIO contribute to the agency's handling of sensitive information?
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Flashcards
General Notification Guidelines
General Notification Guidelines
Procedures for making notifications of death or serious injury.
Victim Advocate
Victim Advocate
A support person offered during death or injury notifications.
Next of Kin
Next of Kin
Closest relatives of the deceased or injured person.
Line-of-Duty Death
Line-of-Duty Death
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Emotional Needs Care
Emotional Needs Care
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Neighborhood Check
Neighborhood Check
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Notifying Agency Members
Notifying Agency Members
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Compassion in Notifications
Compassion in Notifications
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Routine Contact
Routine Contact
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Public Information Officer (PIO)
Public Information Officer (PIO)
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Media Inquiries
Media Inquiries
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Agency Liaison
Agency Liaison
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Informed Survivors
Informed Survivors
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Support for Families
Support for Families
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Legal Proceedings
Legal Proceedings
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Emotional Support
Emotional Support
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Next of Kin Succession
Next of Kin Succession
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Non Line-of-Duty Death
Non Line-of-Duty Death
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Pasco Leo Wives
Pasco Leo Wives
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Tampa Bay Regional Critical Incident Team
Tampa Bay Regional Critical Incident Team
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Immediate Survivors
Immediate Survivors
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Family Liaison
Family Liaison
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Funeral Arrangements
Funeral Arrangements
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Honor Guard
Honor Guard
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Pallbearers
Pallbearers
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Travel Arrangements
Travel Arrangements
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Security Checks
Security Checks
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Law Enforcement Funeral Procedures
Law Enforcement Funeral Procedures
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Support Programs for Survivors
Support Programs for Survivors
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Benefits Coordinator
Benefits Coordinator
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Benefits Paperwork
Benefits Paperwork
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Funeral Payments
Funeral Payments
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Benefits Explanation Meeting
Benefits Explanation Meeting
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Post-death meeting info
Post-death meeting info
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Benefits Coordinator follow-up
Benefits Coordinator follow-up
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Children’s benefit guardianship
Children’s benefit guardianship
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Health care benefits revocation
Health care benefits revocation
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Role of Human Resources Director
Role of Human Resources Director
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Victim Advocate functions
Victim Advocate functions
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Accompaniment to proceedings
Accompaniment to proceedings
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Introduction to legal parties
Introduction to legal parties
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Study Notes
Pasco County Sheriff's Office General Order 41.11: Death and Injury Notifications
- Effective Date: November 2, 2021
- Supersedes: June 14, 2016
- Accreditation Standards: None
- Number of Pages: 13
Contents
- General Notification Guidelines
- Non-Agency Deaths and Injuries
- Death or Serious Injury of Agency Member
- Death of Agency Member's Family Member
- Unsuccessful Attempts
- Glossary
Purpose
- To provide guidelines for notifying next of kin of deceased or seriously injured individuals, both within the Sheriff's Office and externally.
- To direct officers in caring for the emotional needs of critically injured, ill, or deceased employees' families.
- For line-of-duty deaths of deputies, funeral arrangements are dictated by the deputy's family, taking precedence over agency preferences.
- Applies to all agency employees, regardless of whether the death or injury is duty-related, including policies on death notification and family assistance.
Scope
- This order applies to all members of the Pasco County Sheriff's Office.
Discussion (Procedures for Notification)
- Health Check: A neighborhood check may be done to assess the emotional well-being of the next of kin before contact.
- Victim Advocate: A victim advocate may be requested on a case-by-case basis.
- Next of Kin Line of Succession: Notification follows a specific order: spouse, adult children, legal guardians of minor children, parents, then siblings.
- Notification: Gather appropriate family members, prioritizing the security of children; the officer making the notification or a victim advocate should offer support services, including clergy.
- Background Information: Provide relevant details about the incident without jeopardizing the investigation.
- Identification: Provide contact information and case numbers.
- Non-Agency Deaths and Injuries (Within Jurisdiction): A uniformed officer, or a sergeant/lieutenant if the officer isn't available, makes the notification.
- Non-Agency Deaths and Injuries (From Another Jurisdiction): Public Safety Communications will locate and provide information to determine the next of kin. Notifications are made by a sergeant, or two deputies if the sergeant isn't available. Next of kin is given the name and contact number of the agency personnel handling initial investigation.
Death or Serious Injury of Agency Member
- Member Death Notification Form: Employees complete a form (PSO #20147) to specify notification preferences for serious injury or death while on duty. The form should be updated regularly and kept with the employee's district and personnel file.
- Death or Critical Injury Notification: Procedures should prioritize the wishes of immediate survivors over agency preferences.
- Agency Responsibility: Any officer investigating the incident (on or off duty) immediately contacts the appropriate supervisor.
- Release of Member's Name: The name of the deceased/injured member is not released to the public until the information is communicated to immediate survivors.
- Media: If the media gets the name of the member before contacting survivors, the PIO should ask the media to withhold the information.
Notification of Immediate Survivors
- Method: Make notifications as quickly as possible using person-to-person communication whenever possible.
- Location: Do not make notifications on the doorstep; provide a comfortable setting for the immediate survivors.
- Details: Inform survivors slowly and with detailed information on the situation.
- Transportation: Provide immediate transportation to survivors to the hospital if necessary, before the member passes away.
Appointment of Agency Coordination Personnel
- Hospital Liaison: Coordinates all necessary details to receive survivors.
- Agency Liaison: Works between Family Liaison and other agency functions.
- Family Liaison: Works to accommodate the survivors in funeral arrangements, requests for personal assistance, etc.
- Benefits Coordinator: Provides information and facilitates the appropriate benefits to ensure the survivors' financial security following the event of the employee's death.
Public Information Officer (PIO)
- Coordinates with the media and agency personnel to ensure information is released responsibly.
Continued Follow-up with Immediate Survivors and Other Family Members
- Maintain support for immediate survivors and other family members.
- Provide activities, such as memorial services or memorial plaques.
- Offer support during court proceedings.
Death of Agency Member's Family Member
- Immediate supervisor notifies the appropriate commander, who informs the Sheriff and the Human Resources Director.
- Victim advocate is notified when the situation warrants.
Unsuccessful Attempts
- Procedures for when next of kin cannot be reached.
- Contact procedure for if the initial officer is unable to complete the task before they are no longer on-duty.
Glossary
- Defined terms used in the general order, including Agency Liaison, Beneficiary, Benefits and CISM
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This quiz covers the guidelines and protocols outlined in the Pasco County Sheriff's Office General Order 41.11 regarding death and injury notifications. It focuses on the procedures for notifying next of kin, managing emotional support for affected families, and details surrounding line-of-duty deaths. Understanding these protocols is crucial for agency employees and law enforcement professionals.