Discuss ACFE CFE-Fraud-Prevention-and-Deterrence Exam Topic 3 Question 95

Which of the following statements regarding best practices that organizations can take to protect and support whistleblowers is MOST ACCURATE?

AOrganizations should emphasize that rules regarding whistleblower protections are only intended for lower level employees who might be more vulnerable to retaliation.

BOrganizations should implement a clear whistleblower policy that lists out every type of misconduct that has ever been reported at the company.

COrganizations should publicize their whistleblower procedures internally but should avoid communicating any procedural information to parties outside of the organization.

DOrganizations should establish formal consequences that are to be imposed upon employees at the company who retaliate against a whistleblower.

Suggested Answer: D

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35 comments · newest first

Vanesa 11 months ago

Yes, D makes sense! We need real consequences for retaliation.

Omega 11 months ago

I think C is a bit off; transparency is key!

Ronald 11 months ago

Wait, are we really saying that all misconduct should be listed? Sounds impractical.

Bobbye 12 months ago

Totally agree, D is the best choice here!

Pearly 12 months ago

Organizations need to protect all whistleblowers, not just lower-level ones.

Ryann 12 months ago

Option A seems off to me; I thought whistleblower protections should apply to everyone, not just lower-level employees.

Leota 1 year ago

I think I read somewhere that organizations should definitely communicate their whistleblower procedures, but I'm not sure if they should keep it completely internal like option C suggests.

Launa 1 year ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like just listing every type of misconduct, like in option B, might not be practical. It seems overwhelming.

Dierdre 1 year ago

I remember discussing how important it is for organizations to have clear consequences for retaliation against whistleblowers. I think that might relate to option D.

Lisbeth 1 year ago

I feel pretty confident about this one. Option D is clearly the best answer - organizations need to have clear policies and consequences in place to deter retaliation against whistleblowers. The other options don't seem to address the core issue.

Starr 1 year ago

I'm a bit confused by this question. The wording is a bit tricky, and I'm not entirely sure what the "best practices" are when it comes to whistleblower protections. I'll need to think this through carefully.

Florinda 1 year ago

Option D sounds like the most accurate to me. Establishing formal consequences for retaliation is a key way to support and protect whistleblowers. The other options don't seem to address the core issue of preventing retaliation.

Ty 1 year ago

This question seems straightforward, but I want to make sure I understand the nuances. I'll carefully read through the options and think about which one best aligns with best practices for protecting whistleblowers.

Suzan 1 year ago

This looks like a tricky one. I'll need to carefully review the options and think through the requirements to make sure I select the right solution.

Josue 1 year ago

Option C is just silly. Hiding whistleblower procedures from the public? Sounds like a recipe for disaster!

Tommy 1 year ago

↳ replying to Josue

Transparency builds trust. Organizations should make sure their whistleblower policies are easily accessible and well-known to all employees.

Cordelia 1 year ago

↳ replying to Josue

I agree, hiding whistleblower procedures can lead to more harm than good. It's important for organizations to be open and supportive of those who speak up.

Tu 1 year ago

↳ replying to Josue

Option C is definitely not a good idea. Transparency is key when it comes to protecting whistleblowers.

Reita 2 years ago

Option A is completely off-base. Whistleblower protections should apply equally to all employees, not just 'lower-level' ones.

Charlesetta 1 year ago

↳ replying to Reita

Yes, having clear policies can help create a safe environment for employees to report wrongdoing.

William 1 year ago

↳ replying to Reita

Option B is more accurate. Organizations should have clear policies in place to protect whistleblowers.

Renato 1 year ago

↳ replying to Reita

I agree, it's important for organizations to protect all employees who speak up.

Svetlana 1 year ago

↳ replying to Reita

Option A is definitely not accurate. Whistleblower protections should apply to all employees.

Lynelle 2 years ago

Option B is a bit too specific. Organizations should have a comprehensive whistleblower policy, but listing every type of misconduct is unnecessary.

Erasmo 2 years ago

I agree with Jolanda. Establishing formal consequences for retaliating against whistleblowers is crucial to support those who come forward.

Isabelle 1 year ago

↳ replying to Erasmo

I agree, it's important for organizations to protect and support whistleblowers.

Stevie 1 year ago

↳ replying to Erasmo

I think establishing formal consequences for retaliating against whistleblowers is crucial.

Jolanda 2 years ago

Option D is the most accurate. Organizations need to have clear consequences for retaliation against whistleblowers to protect them effectively.

Huey 1 year ago

↳ replying to Jolanda

Definitely, it's an important step in creating a safe environment for reporting misconduct.

Bethanie 1 year ago

↳ replying to Jolanda

It also sends a message that retaliation will not be tolerated.

Casie 1 year ago

↳ replying to Jolanda

It sets a clear expectation for employees and helps protect whistleblowers.

Edna 2 years ago

↳ replying to Jolanda

I agree, having formal consequences for retaliation is crucial.

Louisa 2 years ago

I believe organizations should also publicize their whistleblower procedures internally, so I would go with C.

Dan 2 years ago

I agree with Therese, organizations need to have consequences for retaliation.

Therese 2 years ago

I think the most accurate statement is D.

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