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Learner:
Course / Level:
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Uniformed Public Services
Unit:
04: Understanding Discipline in the Uniformed Public Services
Assessment: title:
(4) Know the complex nature of authority in the uniformed public services
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Due:
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Criteria
Met
Y/N
IV
Y/N
(P5)
Describe ‘authority’ as it relates to the uniformed public services
(Types of authority covered in team leadership)
Learner target grade:
Learner evaluation
What I think I have done well:
What I think I could improve:
Does my progress reflect my targets?
Student:
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Background:
Organisations such as the public services can only run effectively if authority is working at all levels. There are many types of authority which are used in a variety of situations, and at a variety of levels. In some situations if lives are at risk there is no time for discussion, the leader will say what needs doing and the subordinates will do it. On another level there will be situations where the person in authority might appreciate some advice and consult other team members, before making a final decision.
The following assignment identifies the types of authority and how they can be applied in the public services.
Task 1
(P5)
Explain the nature of authority in relation to the uniformed public services. Ensure you cover and describe each of the following points:
Power
Position
Status
Influence
Corruption
Disobedience
Blind obedience
Moral dilemmas
Questioning orders
Task 2
(P5)
If breaches of discipline occur within the uniformed services then they need to be dealt with. Describe the following pieces of legislation which help to deal with any breaches in discipline:
The Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC)
HM Chief Inspector of Fire and Rescue
HM Chief Inspector of
Learner:
Course / Level:
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Uniformed Public Services
Unit:
04: Understanding Discipline in the Uniformed Public Services
Assessment: title:
(4) Know the complex nature of authority in the uniformed public services
Issue date:
Due:
Resubmission:
Assessment decision:
Criteria
Met
Y/N
IV
Y/N
(P5)
Describe ‘authority’ as it relates to the uniformed public services
(Types of authority covered in team leadership)
Learner target grade:
Learner evaluation
What I think I have done well:
What I think I could improve:
Does my progress reflect my targets?
Student:
Signed:
Date:
Background:
Organisations such as the public services can only run effectively if authority is working at all levels. There are many types of authority which are used in a variety of situations, and at a variety of levels. In some situations if lives are at risk there is no time for discussion, the leader will say what needs doing and the subordinates will do it. On another level there will be situations where the person in authority might appreciate some advice and consult other team members, before making a final decision.
The following assignment identifies the types of authority and how they can be applied in the public services.
Task 1
(P5)
Explain the nature of authority in relation to the uniformed public services. Ensure you cover and describe each of the following points:
Power
Position
Status
Influence
Corruption
Disobedience
Blind obedience
Moral dilemmas
Questioning orders
Task 2
(P5)
If breaches of discipline occur within the uniformed services then they need to be dealt with. Describe the following pieces of legislation which help to deal with any breaches in discipline:
The Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC)
HM Chief Inspector of Fire and Rescue
HM Chief Inspector of