What does the sergeant-at-arms check at meetings?

The role of the sergeant-at-arms is primarily to ensure order and proper protocol during meetings. A crucial aspect of this responsibility is the management of delegate credentials, which verifies that attendees have the right to participate in the proceedings. This includes checking that all delegates are properly registered and authorized to represent their respective groups or organizations. Validating delegate credentials helps maintain the integrity of the meeting and ensures that discussions and decisions are made by appropriately designated individuals.

The other choices, while important aspects of a meeting, fall outside the primary function of the sergeant-at-arms. Voting procedures, financial reports, and committee activities are usually monitored or handled by different officials or committees within an organization, such as the presiding officer or treasurer. Therefore, the focus of the sergeant-at-arms specifically aligns with the verification of credentials.