St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Line of Duty Deaths Policy

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What type of support does the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office provide for an affected employee's family in the event of death or critical injury in the line-of-duty?

Financial support only

Emotional support only

No support is provided

Comprehensive support (correct)

How does the policy define 'line-of-duty' death?

Accidental actions causing death while off duty

Any action, felonious or accidental, which claims the life of an employee performing Law Enforcement functions (correct)

Accidents unrelated to work duties

Only felonious actions resulting in death

What does the policy state in cases of critically injured employees who have poor prognosis?

The policy does not cover critically injured employees

To be handled as line-of-duty cases (correct)

Follow medical insurance procedures

Provide immediate financial assistance

What action claims a life and is considered a 'line-of-duty' death according to the policy?

Any action, felonious or accidental, while performing Law Enforcement functions Signup and view all the answers

In what events is the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office policy to be followed according to the text?

Critically injured employees with poor prognosis or obvious line-of-duty deaths Signup and view all the answers

Who does the term 'family/survivors' refer to in the text?

Relatives or dependents of the employee Signup and view all the answers

Which organization does the term 'agency' refer to in the policy?

St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of an employee who has been made aware of a death?

To keep the information confidential until proper notification has occurred Signup and view all the answers

How should communications regarding death notifications be managed?

Restrict to the telephone wherever possible Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken if the media already has the deceased employee's name?

Request the media to withhold the information Signup and view all the answers

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

Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Victim Advocate(s), agency Chaplain, and SHIELD personnel Signup and view all the answers

When should a death notification be made to the immediate family or survivors?

Coincidental with command staff notifications Signup and view all the answers

In the case of a natural death of an employee, what may the Sheriff implement at their discretion?

Put certain parts of the policy into effect Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for ensuring timely notification is made to the affected Lieutenant or Captain?

The senior ranking deputy on the scene Signup and view all the answers

Is it allowed to disclose the name of a deceased deputy to the media before notifying the immediate family or survivors?

No, it is strictly prohibited Signup and view all the answers

In the death notification process, who can be utilized as appropriate and as circumstances permit?

The Honor Guard Coordinator Signup and view all the answers

How many persons should accompany the notifying deputy at the time of notification?

At least one (1) other employee Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken if the Honor Guard Coordinator is not readily accessible?

Contact the Media Relations Officer Signup and view all the answers

When should the Black Watch be established and continued through the funeral?

As soon as possible Signup and view all the answers

Who should be notified if immediate family or survivors beyond St. Johns County need to be informed?

The Media Relations Officer Signup and view all the answers

What should immediate family / survivors within St. Johns County expect in terms of notification?

In-person notification Signup and view all the answers

What demeanor should the notifying deputy maintain during a death notification?

Sympathetic and understanding Signup and view all the answers

How should the notifying deputy relay the news if the employee has passed away?

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

What is the recommended approach for making a death notification at a residence?

Ask to be admitted to the house and inform everyone slowly and clearly Signup and view all the answers

To whom should the affected Captain, Lieutenant, or notifying deputy pass on the contacts of relatives for death notification?

Communications supervisor or the jurisdiction personally Signup and view all the answers

Why is it advised to ensure that the family sees you immediately upon arrival for the death notification?

So they know something is wrong right away Signup and view all the answers

What tone or atmosphere should the notifying deputy maintain during a death notification?

Professional and compassionate Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended procedure if the notifying deputy is the first to notify the family of the death?

Ask to be admitted inside and gather the family Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended mode of transportation for the family should they need to get to the hospital before the demise of the employee?

Law enforcement vehicle Signup and view all the answers

Who should be informed when the family is enroute to the hospital?

Senior ranking deputy Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the first ranking deputy at the hospital?

Becomes the hospital liaison deputy Signup and view all the answers

What emotions may the family show at the hospital?

Anger and shock Signup and view all the answers

What should be arranged with hospital personnel by the hospital liaison deputy?

Appropriate waiting facilities Signup and view all the answers

In case the family insists on driving to the hospital, who should accompany them?

A deputy Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if the family shows serious resistance to being transported in a law enforcement vehicle?

A deputy should accompany them while they drive Signup and view all the answers

Who becomes responsible for coordinating the arrival of family and others at the hospital?

Hospital liaison deputy Signup and view all the answers

What position should make necessary arrangements if the family can be brought to the hospital before the demise of the employee?

Affected Captain, Lieutenant, or Shift Leader Signup and view all the answers

What responsibilities does the hospital liaison deputy have upon arrival at the hospital?

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