Sheriff Department Notification Policy Quiz

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What should an employee do upon learning of a colleague's death according to the policy?

Immediately inform the media

Discuss the matter with others within the organization

Refrain from sharing any information until proper notification is done (correct)

Wait for confirmation from the Sheriff

Who should be the first to inform the family or survivors of an employee's death?

A Sheriff representative (correct)

The Employee Assistance Program

The media

A colleague of the deceased

What is emphasized in the policy regarding communications for notifications?

Email communication is preferred

Face-to-face communication is necessary

Restricted to the telephone whenever possible (correct)

Communication should be done via social media

When can the name of a deceased deputy be released to the media?

After notifying the immediate family/survivors Signup and view all the answers

Who should be responsible for providing assistance to agency personnel and their families following serious injuries or line of duty deaths?

Agency Chaplain Signup and view all the answers

What must occur shortly after or coincidental with normal command staff notifications upon a confirmation of death?

Make a death notification to the immediate family/survivors Signup and view all the answers

Who has the authority to put certain parts of the policy into effect for cases of natural death of an employee?

Sheriff Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Employee Assistance Program in this policy?

Assisting agency personnel and their families after serious injuries or deaths Signup and view all the answers

What should the demeanor of the notifying deputy be during a death notification?

Professional, compassionate, and businesslike Signup and view all the answers

How should the notifying deputy relay information about an employee's death?

Using words like 'died' and 'dead' to communicate clearly Signup and view all the answers

When making a death notification, where should the notifying deputy avoid conducting it?

At the family's doorstep Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for the notifying deputy to use the employee's name during a death notification?

To personalize the communication and show respect Signup and view all the answers

What action should the notifying deputy take once inside the family's home for a death notification?

Gather everyone in the home and ask them to sit down Signup and view all the answers

How should the notifying deputy convey information if the employee has passed away?

Use direct and clear terms like 'died' Signup and view all the answers

What should the demeanor of the notifying deputy never be during a death notification?

Matter-of-fact and casual Signup and view all the answers

Why should the notifying deputy avoid conveying false hope to the family during a death notification?

To prevent unnecessary emotional pain later Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended mode of transportation for the family in case of a hospital visit?

Via a law enforcement vehicle Signup and view all the answers

Who should the affected Captain, Lieutenant, or Shift Leader notify at the hospital when the family is enroute?

The senior ranking deputy Signup and view all the answers

What responsibility does the hospital liaison deputy have?

Coordinate the arrival of immediate family, survivors, law enforcement officials, the media, and others Signup and view all the answers

In case of serious resistance, what should a deputy do if the family insists on driving themselves to the hospital?

Accompany them in the family vehicle Signup and view all the answers

What should the affected Captain, Lieutenant, or Shift Leader do if the opportunity arises to get the family to the hospital before the demise of the employee?

Make the necessary arrangements without delay Signup and view all the answers

What reactions may the family exhibit according to the text?

Physical violence and fainting Signup and view all the answers

What does the text not recommend regarding the family's transportation to the hospital?

Driving themselves Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the first ranking deputy arrives at the hospital?

Becomes the hospital liaison deputy Signup and view all the answers

What information should medical personnel communicate first regarding an employee's condition?

Condition updates to the family Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential for the hospital liaison deputy to contact the hospital later during normal business hours?

To ensure proper billing and not send bills to the family's address Signup and view all the answers

What should those present at the hospital avoid when interacting with the immediate family or survivors?

Being overly protective of the family Signup and view all the answers

Why should the family not receive any medical bills at their residence address?

To maintain patient confidentiality Signup and view all the answers

What should be arranged for the immediate family/survivors and others returning from the hospital?

Transportation back to their residence Signup and view all the answers

Why might the family be allowed to visit a critically injured deputy prior to death?

To say final goodbyes according to the hospital policy Signup and view all the answers

What should medical personnel make the family aware of before visiting a trauma patient at the hospital?

Hospital policies regarding visiting trauma patients Signup and view all the answers

Why is it mentioned that all billing for medical services shall be directed to the agency?

To ensure correct and efficient billing procedures Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided when interacting with the family of the deceased employee according to the text?

Making idle promises Signup and view all the answers

Who ensures that a support person is present when the family is arranging assistance at the hospital?

The Lieutenant Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the funeral liaison according to the text?

Assisting the family in addressing funeral concerns Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for coordinating benefits to the family or survivor according to the text?

Risk Management Signup and view all the answers

In what circumstances may the agency provide funeral services for a non-line-of-duty death involving an employee according to the text?

At the family's request Signup and view all the answers

When should medication for sedation be suggested to a family member according to the text?

At the request of that individual Signup and view all the answers

On what basis are funeral decisions supposed to be made according to the text?

By the funeral liaison Signup and view all the answers

What resource is responsible for ensuring assistance to the family is arranged when they are at the hospital?