90.1, Media Relations Flashcards by 83 L-1

When unfavorable or negative news stories occur, the _____________ should be immediately notified of the situation.

Office of Community Outreach and Media Relations (COMR)

HPM 90.1, Chapter 5

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The ________ form was designed for the purpose of releasing traffic collision information to the media.

CHP 288A, Report of Collision - News Release

HPM 90.1, Chapter 5

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The ________ form was designed for the release of arrest or unusual incidents to the media.

CHP 288B, Report of Arrest/Unusual Incident - News Release

HPM 90.1, Chapter 5

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Pursuant to Penal Code Section 409.5(d), properly identified members of the news media shall not be restricted from entering __________ areas that have been closed to the general public.

Disaster

HPM 90.1, Chapter 5

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True or False: during a calamity, riot, or other civil disturbances, legal authorities may prohibit members of the media from affected areas.

False

HPM 90.1, Chapter 5

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True or False: After an assembly has been declared unlawful and an order to disperse has been given, media not dispersing to designated media areas are considered part of the general public.

True

HPM 90.1, Chapter 5

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True or False: crime scenes may be closed to all unauthorized persons, including the media.

True

HPM 90.1, Chapter 5

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The best time for a press conference or media event is ____________.

Mid-morning or early afternoon

HPM 90.1, Chapter 5

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Photographs, flip charts, single card charts, and PowerPoint presentations to a group are examples of _________.

Visual aids

HPM 90.1, Chapter 6

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__________ is the best type of visual aid.

The speaker

HPM 90.1, Chapter 6

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Pamphlets, brochures, and other literature prepared by the Department are examples of ____________.

Handouts

HPM 90.1, Chapter 6

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___________ is a general term describing the Department’s activities directed toward accomplishing our mission and attaining our goals through information dissemination to the print, television, radio, internet, and social news media.

Media relations

HPM 90.1, Chapter 7

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The Department is committed to continuing its policy of __________ with the media and the public by releasing information that is legally permissible.

Transparency

HPM 90.1, Chapter 1

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All materials prepared for dissemination to the news media, except ______________ shall be cleared through COMR.

Local news releases related to daily or routine operations

HPM 90.1, Chapter 1

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Personnel shall not divulge confidential information or render ______ on matters of policy.

Personal opinions

HPM 90.1, Chapter 1

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Personnel shall not discuss with the news media matters of a political or sensitive nature without approval from ________.

COMR

HPM 90.1, Chapter 1

The ____________ has the authority to grant approval to reputable firms, corporations, groups, or individuals presenting written requests for the wearing of a uniform substantially similar to the official CHP uniform.

CHP Commissioner

HPM 90.1, Chapter 2

True or False: when requested, members of the press and news media shall provide photo identification when coming into contact with CHP officers who have jurisdiction over an emergency incident.

True

HPM 90.1, Chapter 2

True or False: the CHP issues press identification credentials.

False

HPM 90.1, Chapter 2

True or False: press credentials issued by any other law enforcement agency shall be acceptable forms of press identification for any member of the press.

True

HPM 90.1, Chapter 2

Traffic Management Centers are staffed by CHP officers, referred to as __________.

Media Information Officers

HPM 90.1, Chapter 2

Traffic bulletins fall into which two categories?

1) Sigalerts
2) Traffic Advisories

(HPM 90.1, Chapter 2)

A __________ is an unplanned actual or impending event or circumstance which may cause a delay of 30 minutes or more to a large number of motorists.

Sigalert

HPM 90.1, Chapter 2

When an unplanned actual or impending event or circumstance may cause a delay of 30 minutes or more to a large number of motorists, a Sigalert ___________ (should/shall) be issued.

Should

HPM 90.1, Chapter 2

When a Sigalert has been issued, field units _________ (should/shall) provide the communications center with real-time updates as lanes are re-opened.

Shall | HPM 90.1, Chapter 2

A ____________ is a preplanned event or situation of a continuing nature that may impact traffic for extended periods of time.

Traffic Advisory | HPM 90.1, Chapter 2

______________ designates the Public Information Officer (PIO) and an alternate.

The Area commander | HPM 90.1, Chapter 3

Requests from the media regarding collision or traffic citation data should be forwarded to ____________.

Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS) | HPM 90.1, Chapter 4

When talking to the media and giving an explanation, what is the best way to communicate?

In common everyday language | HPM 90.1, Chapter 4

The _____________ is a networking system for departmental representatives and elected officials, carried out at the local level, intended to augment the state-level activities of the Office of Special Representative (OSR).

Key Contact Program | HPM 90.1, Chapter 4

What is the beat code used to document time assigned to provide information to the public and news media relating to departmental operations, programs, or objectives?

Beat 809 | HPM 90.1, Chapter 4

How many PIO's may be assigned to a single incident within the incident command system?

One (however, assistants may be assigned) | HPM 90.1, Chapter 4

The ______________ coordinates the procurement of resources necessary to fulfill CHP responsibilities during emergency incidents within their jurisdiction.

Division Emergency Operations Center | HPM 90.1, Chapter 4

True or False: the role of the Division Emergency Operations Center includes the oversight and direct command and control of operations for the field.

False | HPM 90.1, Chapter 4

In the event of an officer-involved shooting incident, what actions should be taken with respect to the media?

Designate specific areas for media and exclude them from the crime scene (HPM 90.1, Chapter 4)

True or False: information regarding the use of body armor may be released to the media.

False | HPM 90.1, Chapter 4

In the event of a death of a law enforcement member, the _________ form must be checked in the deceased employee's personnel file before releasing information to the media.

CHP 369, Authorization to Release Medical Information for Public Disclosure (HPM 90.1, Chapter 4)