OG-RREG Part 2

Code of Conduct

Falsifying Documents

• Members are prohibited from making false declarations or inscriptions, suppressing or altering official documents, or leaving required parts blank with intent to defraud, mislead, or misrepresent.

Fireground Incident Technicians (FIT's)

• FIT's relay orders to other officers or incoming apparatus when instructed by a Chief Officer.
• Orders received from FIT's with the Chief's name or radio alias must be carried out as if coming directly from the Chief Officer.
• FIT's cannot give orders except on the authority of the Chief Officer.

Change of Address

• Members must report changes in address or telephone number in writing to their Officer, with a copy sent to the Staff Services Division and their Platoon Chief/Division Chief.

Conduct

• Members must conduct themselves in a manner that maintains the good reputation of the Toronto Fire Services and its members.
• Members cannot publicly express malicious opinions or make public comments in bad faith that tarnish the reputation of the Toronto Fire Services, its policies, or members.
• Public comment on policy and procedure is restricted to Senior Officers or designated spokespersons.

Release of Information at or Pertaining to Emergency Incidents

• Members cannot supply information about Toronto Fire Services operations unless authorized by the Fire Chief.
• Media or others seeking information will be directed to the highest-ranking on-scene officer or their designate.

Rewards

• Members must conduct themselves in accordance with the City of Toronto's Conflict of Interest Policy.
• Members cannot solicit gifts, money, or other articles as a reward for services rendered in the carrying out of their duties.
• Exceptions include promotional gifts or those of nominal value.

Discrimination or Harassment

• Discrimination against any person through word, act, writing, diffusion of literature, or any other means is strictly forbidden.
• Members must conduct themselves in a dignified and respectful manner in their relations with fellow members and the public.
• Physical altercations, threatening behavior, or harassment are prohibited in the workplace.
• All members must conform to the City of Toronto Human Rights Policy, the Ontario Human Rights Code, and the collective agreement.

Criminal Convictions

• Members convicted of a criminal offense that impacts the operations of Toronto Fire Services or their ability to perform duties must notify the Fire Chief in writing and may be dismissed from the Service.

Intoxicants and/or Drugs

• Members are expected to arrive at work fit for duty and are strictly prohibited from being under the influence of intoxicants or drugs.
• Members must perform duties safely without risk to co-workers, the public, or the environment.

Relieving (Within Operations)

• Members may be relieved on a person-per-person basis within one hour of the commencement of the on-coming shift.
• Members reporting for duty must change into issued station clothing before relieving the off-going shift.
• Personnel relieved are responsible for removing and properly storing their personal protective equipment.