BMO Investigation Procedures & Methods 3

Question 1

In an investigation involving electronically stored information (ESI), what is the first critical step before collecting digital evidence?

Accepted Answer

Issue a litigation hold to preserve potentially relevant data

Answer

A litigation hold (preservation notice) must be issued immediately to prevent destruction of potentially relevant electronically stored information.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes the 'cognitive interview' technique used in investigative settings?

Accepted Answer

A memory-enhancement technique using mental reinstatement and open recall

Answer

The cognitive interview uses mental reinstatement of context and free recall to enhance witness memory accuracy without leading questions.

Question 3

A business management officer receives an anonymous tip about employee theft. What is the recommended initial response?

Accepted Answer

Document the tip and conduct a preliminary assessment of its credibility

Answer

Anonymous tips should be documented and assessed for credibility before deciding on further investigative steps.

Question 4

What does the principle of 'proportionality' require in conducting workplace investigations?

Accepted Answer

That investigative methods and resources match the severity of the alleged misconduct

Answer

Proportionality means the scope, resources, and methods of an investigation should be commensurate with the seriousness of the alleged conduct.

Question 5

During an interview, a subject invokes their right to have a union representative present. Under the Weingarten rule, the investigator must:

Accepted Answer

Delay the interview until representation is available or offer to proceed without it

Answer

Under the Weingarten rule, the investigator must either delay the interview until a union representative is available or offer the employee the choice to proceed without one.

(BMO) Business Management Officer Certification Practice Test

(BMO) Business Management Officer Certification Practice Test

BMO Investigation Procedures & Methods 3