Property and Evidence Room Management
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According to the text, what is one primary consideration for effective delegation?

  • Removing obstacles for subordinates
  • Giving up if skills and willingness are not found
  • Checking on someone constantly
  • Building relationships with subordinates (correct)
  • What does the individual in the text mean by giving folks enough of a 'leash'?

  • Restricting their freedom to work on projects
  • Allowing them to work independently and find innovative ways to accomplish tasks (correct)
  • Providing constant supervision and guidance
  • Assigning them multiple tasks at once
  • What does the individual in the text mean by finding a 'Doubting Thomas'?

  • Finding someone who is always skeptical and resistant to change
  • Finding someone who challenges your thinking and provides alternative perspectives (correct)
  • Finding someone who agrees with your ideas without questioning them
  • Finding someone who doubts your abilities as a leader
  • According to the Institute of Internal Auditors, what is the role of a public-sector auditor?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of organizational audits?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three types of audits in police agencies?

    <p>Financial, performance, and compliance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should police agencies conduct regular financial audits?

    <p>To ensure proper safeguards and regular audits are in place</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area is often neglected by management in police agencies?

    <p>Property and evidence room</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What book is recommended for police managers or executives?

    <p>Property and Evidence by the Book</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area is seldom audited by law enforcement agencies?

    <p>Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) compliance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can happen if a court finds that an agency violated the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) purposely?

    <p>The agency may have to pay damages multiplied by a factor of three</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a risk of not having a sound delegation system?

    <p>You may accomplish more</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended approach when delegating tasks?

    <p>Give a general outline of the mission and the tools and resources available</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of decentralizing decision-making in delegation?

    <p>To facilitate innovation and problem-solving</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which resource provides a quick fact sheet summarizing the main areas of interest for law enforcement vis-a-vis the FLSA?

    <p><a href="http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/whdfs8.pdf">http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/whdfs8.pdf</a></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of establishing checkpoints in delegation?

    <p>To ensure adequate progress and completion of milestones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a performance audit system in a police department?

    <p>To gauge how well the department is serving stakeholders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of audits are often neglected and underperformed in most police agencies?

    <p>Performance audits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the audit system implemented in the investigative division of the department primarily help assess?

    <p>Whether the division had the resources it needed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what is one way to ensure a sound audit system?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of conducting audits and addressing weaknesses, according to the text?

    <p>Decrease liability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to avoid audits that miss critical areas or are done differently each time?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to ensure legal compliance in audit templates?

    <p>Have the lawyers review all audit templates for compliance with federal and state law</p> Signup and view all the answers

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