Which of the following would be used in response to a report of behaviors that have the potential to become violent in some way?

• A. Administrative investigation
• B. Criminal surveillance review
• C. Workplace harassment inquiry
• D. Threat assessment investigation

Answer: (D)

The key idea is applying a threat assessment approach to a report of concerning behavior. A threat assessment investigation is specifically used to evaluate whether a reported behavior or statement signals a real risk of violence, determine the level of danger, and plan appropriate safety actions. It involves gathering information, analyzing factors like intent, capability, and opportunity, and deciding on interventions such as safety planning, monitoring, or referrals to support services. This focused process is what sets it apart from other options: an administrative investigation looks at policy violations, a workplace harassment inquiry centers on harassment claims, and a criminal surveillance review isn’t the standard framework for handling violence risk. So the best choice is threat assessment investigation because it directly addresses evaluating and mitigating potential violence.