Chpt 2 List

Question 1

The essential elements of a formal organization are:

Answer 1

• A clear statement on mission, goals, objectives and values
• A division of labor among specialist
• A rational organization or design
• A hierarchy of authority and responsibility

Question 2

Within a law enforcement agency the more levels in the pyramid the smaller the span of control. A number of factors must be considered:

Answer 2

• Distance in space and time between manager and subordinate
• Difficulty of tasks performed
• Types of assistance available to the manager
• Amount of direction subordinates need
• Extent of subordinates skill and experience

Question 3

Problem oriented policing is the result of 20 years of research into police operations converging on three main themes

Answer 3

1. Increased effectiveness by attacking underlying problems to give rise to incidents that consume patrol and detective time
2. Reliance on the expertise and creativity of line officers to study problems carefully and develop innovative solutions
3. Closer involvement with the public to make sure that the police are r addressing the needs of citizens

Question 4

Godown identifies the four principles which CompStat rests:

Answer 4

1. accurate and timely intelligence know what is happening
2. Effective tactics have a plan
3. Rapid deployment do it quickly
4. Relentless follow-up and assessment if it works do it more if not do something else