POST (EO) Flashcards
What is the specific rule about media coverage for the POST debriefing?
No media coverage shall be allowed.
Where should the POST debriefing be held in relation to the incident scene?
Away from the incident scene.
How should personnel interested in joining the Police Officer Support Team submit their request?
Through the chain of command to the POST Coordinator.
Who reviews the requests from personnel interested in the Police Officer Support Team?
POST Coordinator and team members.
Who approves the recommended team members for the Police Officer Support Team?
Chief of Police.
What signs and symptoms are POST team members trained to recognize?
Signs and symptoms associated with stress.
What is the emphasis regarding the role of POST team members’ training?
They are not ‘psychologists’.
What is the effective date of Executive Order 2020-02?
07/06/2020
Who has been designated as the POST Coordinator?
Sergeant Randall Combs
What is the purpose of the Police Officer Support Team (POST)?
To provide support to department employees after critical incidents.
When are commanders responsible for identifying significant incidents?
When incidents qualify for debriefing.
What should individuals do if they feel a need for a confidential debriefing?
Contact the Employee Assistance Program.
Are debriefing attendances mandatory for personnel directly exposed to traumatic aspects?
Yes, unless excused by authority of the commander.
During debriefing, what should not be discussed about police operations?
Performance issues, policy violations, or procedure critiques.
Who determines the appropriate response when the POST is activated?
POST Coordinator in conjunction with the mental health professional.
