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LIMITED OFFICIAL USE ONLY LAW ENFORCEMENT SENSITIVE 4. Selection and Retention of Task Force Members 4.1 When practicable during the selection process of Members, Commanders and Supervisors shall evaluate prospective candidates for work histories that indicate prior investigative experience, courtroom testimony skills,technical knowledge and ability, an ability to prudently handle sensitive information, a genuine interest in the protection of children, and an understanding of the effects that Members may experience when exposed to Images. 4.2 Commanders and Supervisors shall acknowledge the potential effects of Investigations and exposure to Images. When practicable,they shall attempt to mitigate the potential effects of the work using,for example,the following techniques: • Work environment considerations — Commanders and Supervisors are encouraged to provide a physical location for the work environment that allows the Investigator to conduct discreet Investigations. • Work flexibility — Commanders and Supervisors are encouraged to allow flexibility for Investigators and others who are exposed to Images (e.g., frequent breaks, having an open-door policy, etc.). • Educating colleagues—Commanders and Supervisors are encouraged to teach their colleagues that the viewing of Images is serious and restricted. • Work with Mental Health Providers (MHP)—In compliance with their agency guidelines, Commanders and Supervisors are encouraged to work with MHP to make recommendations for care of Members and to provide education and training designed to minimize the impact of Images. • Training-- Commanders and Supervisors are encouraged to share or seek out best practices for minimization of the impact of Images and to promote attendance at trainings regarding methods used to minimize said impact. ICAC Program Operational and Investigative Standards FOR ICAC PURPOSES ONLY Revised Update: October 16,2014 Page 8 of 17