Social media Flashcards
What is the purpose of the social media policy?
To endorse secure use of social media for communication and collaboration.
What does the policy aim to establish?
The department’s position on social media utility and management.
How can social media assist the department according to the policy?
In community outreach, problem solving, and crime prevention.
In what capacity can social media be explored based on the policy?
Based on appropriateness as deemed by the Chief of Police.
What role does social media play in employees’ personal lives according to the policy?
Recognized role, with potential impact on employees in official capacity.
What do the definitions section of the policy include?
Terms like blog, page, post, profile, and social media.
Which platforms fall under the category of social networks based on the policy?
Online platforms enabling profile creation and information sharing.
What is the definition of speech in the context of the policy?
Expression of thoughts through various forms of communication.
How should department-sanctioned social media pages be designed?
To link to official website, be audience-specific, and approved.
Who approves and administers Lexington Police Department social media sites?
Approved by Chief of Police, administered by Public Information Office.
What is required regarding social media content on department pages?
Adherence to laws, regulations, policies, and display contact information.
What precaution should social media pages mention regarding visitor opinions?
Clearly state visitor opinions do not reflect department’s opinions.
What content can the administrator remove from social media pages?
Obscenities, off-topic comments, personal attacks, or any other inappropriate content.
How should department employees conduct themselves on social media?
Always as representatives of the department, adhering to all standards of conduct and proper decorum.
What are the restrictions on making statements about suspects or ongoing investigations on social media?
Employees must not make statements about guilt/innocence of suspects or ongoing investigations.
What activities are prohibited for department employees on social media?
Political activities and private business are prohibited.
How can social media be used for community outreach and engagement?
By providing crime prevention tips, offering online reporting, sharing crime maps, soliciting tips about crimes, and highlighting department programs.
What notifications can be made using social media?
Time-sensitive notifications related to road closures, special events, weather emergencies, missing/endangered persons, and incidents requiring public assistance.
What precautions should officers take when using social media for personal use?
Officers should assume that their social media activities reflect upon their office and the department.
What is the consequence of engaging in prohibited speech on social media?
May provide grounds for undermining or impeaching an officer’s testimony in criminal proceedings.
What information may be accessed by any individual, group, or government agency from social media?
Any information created, transmitted, downloaded, exchanged, or discussed in a public online forum.
What content related to department operations is prohibited on personal social media accounts?
Posting content related to the department’s response to calls for service or criminal investigations, except live streaming video.
What should employees consider when engaging in activities like community events? (Hint: 2 things)
Employees should use good judgment and be aware of how the content reflects on themselves, other people, and the department.
How can social networking portals protect users from unauthorized use of their likeness or intellectual property?
Social networking portals offer protection and users can request help directly from the site.
