Funeral protocol Flashcards
What is the purpose of the Funeral Protocol policy?
To establish funeral protocol and procedures for department employees’ deaths and assist other agencies.
Who is designated as the department’s point of contact for assisting other Kentucky law enforcement agencies at funeral services?
The Police Officer Support Team (POST) Coordinator.
What is the Duty Commander’s responsibility upon learning of an employee’s death?
To initiate preliminary notification to command staff, POST Coordinator, Honor Guard Unit Commander, and on-duty personnel.
How are details of funeral and interment arrangements handled for department employees or retirees?
Decided by the deceased’s family, with their wishes honored whenever possible.
How are deaths due to criminal actions or less than honorable circumstances handled in terms of assistance?
Assessed case-by-case; assistance level determined by the Chief of Police or designee.
Is the death of an active or retired employee by suicide considered a criminal offense?
No, it is not considered a criminal offense.
Who has the discretion to assess the extent and scope of ceremony and honors for a deceased employee?
Chief of Police or designee.
What honors may be considered for a Line of Duty Death of a Sworn Officer (Category I)?
24-hour guard, honor guard casket guard, motorcycle escorts, uniformed pallbearers, and more.
Who is responsible for the planning and presentation of honors at services and ceremonies for Line of Duty Deaths?
Honor Guard Unit Commander.
What is the role of the Chief’s Liaison in coordinating funeral services for a Line of Duty Death?
Responsible for coordinating, planning, and decision-making associated with the funeral services.
What role does the POST Coordinator serve in coordinating funeral services for a Line of Duty Death?
Primary point of contact with the immediate family for coordinating visitation, funeral, and other honors.
What are the duties of the Traffic Liaison in the coordination of funeral services?
Coordinates escorts, traffic movement, route planning, and parking/traffic needs for the procession.
What tasks does the Public Information Officer handle in preparation for the funeral of a fallen officer?
Researches and prepares a brief bio, facilitates Open Records requests, and coordinates public information.
What is the preferred uniform for officers attending a line of duty death funeral?
The formal dress uniform with duty hat.
What is the purpose of mourning bands worn by officers?
To show respect for the fallen officer.
How should mourning bands be worn on the badge?
Horizontally across the center, tightly without sagging.
What is the duration for wearing approved mourning bands?
For a time period specified by the Chief of Police.
How should U.S. flags be flown in front of department buildings during a line of duty death?
At half-mast from the officer’s death until sunset of the day of the funeral.
Who oversees the coordination of benefits and required documentation on behalf of the Chief of Police?
The Chief’s Liaison.
What forms are included in the benefits applications related to a line of duty death?
Kentucky State Police Criminal Identification forms, Death Claims Administrator forms, etc.
What is the role of the POST Coordinator in the benefits process?
To serve as a liaison between the Benefits Coordinator and others, and the fallen officer’s family.
Which unit liaisons with various departments to coordinate benefits such as paycheck and leave payouts after a line of duty death?
Personnel Records Unit.
When is an official memorial ceremony for a police service animal appropriate?
When the animal lost its life in active police service.
What are some approved options during a memorial ceremony for a service animal?
Military formations, hand salutes, playing of bagpipes.
Where can a memorial ceremony for a service animal be conducted?
At a department facility or at an interment site.
Is participation in a memorial ceremony mandatory for Honor Guard and agency personnel?
No, it is voluntary.
What attire should be worn by employees attending a memorial ceremony?
Proper and respectful attire.
