3004 Ethics Flashcards
What are some examples of code of ethics violations?
(Think benefits/contracts/permits acquisition)
Participating in the award of a benefit, or a contract, when a friend or family member is an applicant
Inspecting or approving permit applications of a private business, for which you’ve worked for off-duty (must disqualify for 12 months after last off duty contact)
Influencing official actions for benefits for yourself, a family member, a friend, a domestic partner, or a business associate
When should an employee of SFD disqualify themselves from participating in official decisions?
In related matters which they have private interest
When the city is entering into a contract, what must the city employee disclose?
When must this be disclosed?
That they have a affiliation with the associated business
Disclosure must be made prior to the contract taking effect
Who can’t be supervised by an SFD member?
Spouse, domestic, partner, or close relative
SFD members are prohibited from using their official position for the purpose of what?
For the private benefit of themselves or another person
What is an example of when an SFD member should deny assistance to friends or family?
Calling the fire marshal’s office to assist a friend, relative, or business associate in obtaining a permit, or resolving an inspection item
Influencing or attempting to influence a family members employment opportunity with the city
When conflicts arrive, what must the SFD member do?
Disqualify themselves from any official actions
What must the fire chief do if there has been a disqualification?
Determine if the disqualification is necessary, and notify the member in writing of the decision
Forward the determination to the board of ethics
What is an example of a violation of the use of city resources?
SFD members borrowing equipment that is not available to the general public such as hose, masks, water vacs, etc.
T/F: an SFD member can hold a beneficial interest in any contract or transaction which they supervise?
False
Employees cannot accept compensation gratuity or award in connection with such contracts or transactions
Can SFD members receive retainers, gifts, loans, entertainment, favors, or other things of monetary value?
No
These can be perceived to be given with intent to give, or obtain special consideration, or influence any action by an official or employee in their official capacity
T/F: when leaving city employment you can disclose confidential information?
How long must an employee wait before they can assist any person with a matter in which he or she participated in?
How long does an SFD member have to wait to assist a person and contacting the SFD for official business?
False
2 years
1 year
How long must a SFD member wait to be a competitor in a competitive selection process for a city contract?
1 year
What are three outside employment opportunities that are not allowed by SFD?
Selling/installing fire protection equipment in the city of Seattle
Process serving, repossessing, bill, collecting in with your position with the city might be used to collect money, merchandise, etc for private purpose of a civil nature
Outside employment that might require you to have SFD files, records, services as a condition of employment
Can operations members use personal devices to take pictures or videos at emergency scenes?
No
This includes helmet cameras
