STAFF MANAGEMENT 1: Social Media Policy

Question 1

Social Media policy.

Personal use of social media: In terms of personal use of social media, what things should you do? (4)

Answer 1

DO’S

1. When posting personal opinions, make it clear that its your own view, not the Police’ view.
2. Only access personal social media sites at work as outlined in the Police Manual.
3. Select high privacy settings on personal account.
4. Be aware of security advice issued through the Bully Board.

Question 2

Social Media policy.

Personal use of social media. In terms of personal use of social media, what (5) things should you NOT do?

Answer 2

DON’TS

1. Post photos in uniform on personal s/m sites,
2. Use personal email addresses or phone no.s on Police s/m sites.
3. Post anything that can bring police into disrepute.
4. Post anything that compromises your/family/colleague’s security.
5. Use FB as a channel to unprompted messages to the public.

Question 3

Social Media policy.

Personal use of social media. What are you actions subject to whenever using the NZ Police technology, equipment and information? (1)

Answer 3

CoC

Question 4

Social Media policy.

Personal use of social media. Any beach of this policy or legislation may result in what? (3)

Answer 4

1. Criminal investigation.
2. Disciplinary Action.
3. Dismissal