What Are the Differences Between Line Functions and Staff Functions

question 8

Essay

What are the differences between line functions and staff functions on a police force? What types of officers do what type of jobs?

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Definitions:

Interpersonal Learning

A process through which individuals gain insight into themselves and others by participating in and reflecting upon their interactions.

Self-disclosure

The act of revealing personal information to others which is not readily known by them, typically to build trust or intimacy.

Process Debriefings

Meetings or discussions held after a group activity or event to reflect on what occurred, what was learned, and how to improve future performance.

Disasters

Catastrophic events that cause significant damage, disruption, and possibly casualties, affecting societies and environments.