502 Direction and Supervision (V8)

Question 1

3. Span of Control
   a. To achieve effective direction, coordination, and control, supervisors shall have no more than ______ direct reports when feasible based on the immediate circumstances.
   A. Number

Answer 1

3. Span of Control
   a. To achieve effective direction, coordination, and control, supervisors shall have no more than 12 direct reports when feasible based on the immediate circumstances.

Question 2

Each member is accountable to how many immediate supervisors at a time?

Answer 2

4. Unity of Command
   a. Each member is accountable to one and only one immediate supervisor at any given time.
   [CALEA 11.3.2]

Question 3

In exigent circumstances, a supervisor may exercise direct command over subordinates
outside of his usual command; however, when practical what must be done?
A. Process

Answer 3

b. In exigent circumstances, a supervisor may exercise direct command over subordinates
outside of his usual command. However, as soon as practical, the supervisor shall inform
the subordinate’s commanding officer of the orders given.

Question 4

Ensure on a ____________ basis that subordinate recall information in EIS is accurate, including
home address, work number, personal number, and emergency contact information.
A. Time Frame

Answer 4

w. Ensure on a monthly basis that subordinate recall information in EIS is accurate, including
home address, work number, personal number, and emergency contact information.

Question 5

Within _____________ days of assuming command of a unit or watch, a commanding officer is required to review each of the following items, ensuring all documentation is accurate and any necessary updates or changes are made:

Answer 5

2. Transfer of Command
   a. Within 90 days of assuming command of a unit or watch, a commanding officer is required to review each of the following items, ensuring all documentation is accurate and any necessary updates or changes are made: