What is a prescribed power for those on ASET boards and committees?

The authority to govern the establishment and operations of committees is a prescribed power for those on ASET boards and committees. This responsibility ensures that members can create structured frameworks under which the committees operate effectively and align with the organization's goals. In managing the establishment of committees, board members must define their purpose, scope, roles, and responsibilities, which are crucial for effective governance and the fulfillment of the organization’s strategic objectives.

This governance role extends to establishing protocols for the committees’ operation, including how they will conduct meetings, make decisions, and report back to the board. This power is essential for maintaining accountability and organizational integrity, as it lays the groundwork for how decisions are made and how members collaborate towards common goals.

The other options relate to functions that may not fall within the typical governance scope of boards and committees. Financial penalties and conducting external audits are generally administrative or enforcement functions that would typically be handled by specific roles within organizations or external auditors, rather than by board committees governing themselves. Determining qualifications for new members, while also important, is not the primary governance role associated with the functional oversight of committee operations.