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What is a key aspect of respecting and protecting civil and legal rights of all people?
What is a key aspect of respecting and protecting civil and legal rights of all people?
What should law enforcement officials do when they encounter corrupt or unethical behavior?
What should law enforcement officials do when they encounter corrupt or unethical behavior?
Why should law enforcement officials distinguish between personal views and statements made on behalf of their agency?
Why should law enforcement officials distinguish between personal views and statements made on behalf of their agency?
What is a key aspect of preserving the integrity of private information?
What is a key aspect of preserving the integrity of private information?
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Why should law enforcement officials avoid using their positions for personal privileges or advantages?
Why should law enforcement officials avoid using their positions for personal privileges or advantages?
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What is a key aspect of respecting the importance of all criminal justice system disciplines?
What is a key aspect of respecting the importance of all criminal justice system disciplines?
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Why should law enforcement officials not accept gifts, services, or favors that are improper or imply an obligation?
Why should law enforcement officials not accept gifts, services, or favors that are improper or imply an obligation?
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What is a key aspect of respecting the public's right to know and share information?
What is a key aspect of respecting the public's right to know and share information?
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What guides detention deputies in making personnel actions?
What guides detention deputies in making personnel actions?
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What is the fundamental duty of firefighters/paramedics?
What is the fundamental duty of firefighters/paramedics?
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What should guide public criticism of colleagues or their agencies?
What should guide public criticism of colleagues or their agencies?
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What should firefighters/paramedics recognize as a symbol of public faith?
What should firefighters/paramedics recognize as a symbol of public faith?
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Why should firefighters/paramedics uphold the standards of their profession?
Why should firefighters/paramedics uphold the standards of their profession?
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What should detention deputies avoid in making personnel actions?
What should detention deputies avoid in making personnel actions?
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What should firefighters/paramedics respect at all times?
What should firefighters/paramedics respect at all times?
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What should firefighters/paramedics strive to achieve?
What should firefighters/paramedics strive to achieve?
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What is a fundamental aspect of the police code of conduct?
What is a fundamental aspect of the police code of conduct?
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What is the primary goal of a law enforcement officer in enforcing the law?
What is the primary goal of a law enforcement officer in enforcing the law?
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According to the Detention Code of Ethics, what is expected of detention deputies?
According to the Detention Code of Ethics, what is expected of detention deputies?
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What is the symbol of public faith in the police service?
What is the symbol of public faith in the police service?
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What is the primary responsibility of a law enforcement officer in relation to confidential information?
What is the primary responsibility of a law enforcement officer in relation to confidential information?
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What is the ultimate goal of a law enforcement officer's commitment to their profession?
What is the ultimate goal of a law enforcement officer's commitment to their profession?
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Study Notes
Code of Ethics for Professionals
Relationships with Colleagues
- Promote mutual respect within the profession and improve the quality of service
- Criticize colleagues or their agencies only when warranted, verifiable, and constructive
- Make appointments, promotions, or dismissals based on established rules, contract agreements, individual merit, and not for partisan interest
Fire Rescue and Emergency Services Code of Ethics
- Fundamental duty is to serve humanity, safeguard and preserve life and property, and maintain proficiency in fire engineering and emergency medical service
- Uphold professional standards, search for new methods, and share knowledge and skills
- Not let personal feelings or danger deter responsibilities
- Respect people's property and rights, laws of the community and country, and chosen way of life
- Recognize the badge of office as a symbol of public faith and accept it as a public trust
- Constantly strive to achieve objectives and ideals, dedicating oneself to the profession
- Be honest in thought and deed, and keep confidential information secret unless necessary for duty
Detention Code of Ethics
- Expect unfailing honesty, respect for dignity and individuality, and commitment to professional and compassionate service
- Respect and protect civil and legal rights of all people
- Treat each situation with concern for the person's welfare, without intent of personal gain
- Respect the importance of all criminal justice system disciplines and work to improve cooperation
- Respect and protect the public's right to be safeguarded from criminal activity
- Report corrupt or unethical behavior to appropriate authorities
- Clearly distinguish between personal views and statements made on behalf of the organization
- Honor the public's right to know and share information, and preserve the integrity of private information
- Not use position to secure personal privileges or advantages
- Not allow personal interest to impair objectivity in performance of duty
- Not enter into activities or agreements presenting a conflict of interest
- Not accept gifts or favors that imply an obligation inconsistent with professional duties
- Not discriminate against any person based on race, gender, creed, national origin, religious affiliation, age, or prohibited discrimination.
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This quiz assesses understanding of professional ethics, including respectful relationships with colleagues, constructive criticism, and fair personnel decisions. It covers principles guiding professional behavior and decision-making.