Promo Potluck - Rules/Procedures/Who Does What/Others Flashcards
(136 cards)
1
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When can a O.I.C. release a person on a Form 10? ( Promise to Appear)
A
- when the person has satisfied the “public interest”
- the person promises to appear in court
- or if necessary, appear for fingerprinting
2
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Does a refusal to sign a release, when being released by the O.I.C. from the station, invalidate the release?
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-no
3
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When releasing an accused from the station on Sexual Assault, Criminal Harassment, and Domestic Related charges - what MUST be done?
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- the victim is immediately notified of all release conditions and the next court date of the accused
- this is the O.I.C’s responsibility
4
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The focus of police efforts for the purpose of Bail Hearings and Detention Orders must be: ( 2 things )
A
- the safety of the victim
- the protection of the general public
5
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Where a Detention Order cannot be justified, appropriate conditions must be sought to govern the behaviour of the accused, and protect who?
A
- the victim
- the witness
- the community
6
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The final decision to recommend the opposition of Bail is the responsibility of who?
A
-the O.I.C
7
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Bail opposition shall be considered whenever the safety of the victim/the victim’s dependents or the public is believed to be at risk because of: ( 2 things )
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- the actions of the accused person or
- because the nature of the crime demands it
8
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When can a Member use intermediate weapons? ( 5 reasons )
A
- to prevent themselves from being overpowered when violently attacked
- to prevent a prisoner from being taken from police custody
- to disarm an apparently dangerous person armed with an offensive weapon
- to control a potentially violent situation when other force options are not viable
- for any other lawful and justifiable purpose
9
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When may Authorized Restraining Devices be used?
A
- to control the violent activities of a person in custody
- when prisoners are being transferred from one place to another
- to prevent a prisoner from escaping
10
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Who is justified in using force that is intended or is likely to cause death or grievous bodily harm to a person to be arrested? ( 2 people )
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- a peace officer
- every person assisting the peace officer
11
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Members are prohibited from discharging a firearm at a motor vehicle for the sole purpose of disabling the vehicle. Members can discharge their firearm at the operator/occupants if the vehicle when?
A
- there exists an immediate threat of death/grievous bodily harm to officers and/or
- members of the public by a means other than the vehicle
12
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Everyone who is authorized by law to use force is criminally responsible for any excess thereof according to the ______ and _______ of the act that constitutes the excess.
A
- nature
- quality
13
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When reporting a Use of Force, Members shall submit a UFR 1 to who?
A
-The Chief of Police
14
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When using a CEW, Members are required to submit a UFR Form 1 and a TPS 584 to the Chief when the CEW is used how?
A
- as a “demonstrated force presence”
- in a drive stun or full deployment, whether intentionally or otherwise
15
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What shall not be admitted in evidence at any hearing under Part V of the PSA, other than a hearing to determine the police officer has contravened ss. 14.5 of O.Reg 926/90 and the Service Governance on Use of Force reporting?
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-the UFR Form 1
16
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Where a court order, subpoena, or prosecutor’s request for disclosure of the UFR Form 1 is received, the request shall be directed to who?
A
-Legal Services
17
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Where a request is made under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for disclosure of the UFR Form 1, the request shall be directed to who?
A
-the Co-Ordinator - Records Management Services - Access and Privacy Section
18
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When a Member has been identified with a training issue, who shall submit a TPS 649, and who shall it be sent to?
A
- the Unit Commander sends the 649 to the Unit Commander at the Toronto Police College
- final determination on individual training will be made by the Unit Commander at TPC
19
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A Member discharges a firearm - who shall be contacted and who shall be responsible for all administrative investigations? What is the Member’s supervisor required to complete?
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- Senior Duty Officer to be notified
- a Firearms Discharge Officer - PRS to investigate
- supervisor to complete a Firearms Discharge Report
20
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What is the only impact weapon permitted for use when dealing directly with the public?
A
-Batons
21
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When a Member discharges any firearm other than at an Authorized Range or under the exemption provisions shall immediately notify: ( 2 persons )
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- their supervisor
- the O.I.C of the division in which the discharge occurred
22
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Who shall the O.I.C. notify upon being notified of a firearms discharge by a Member?
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-the O.I.C. - TPOC
23
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When a person’s illness requires hospital treatment or when a person sustains any injury - prior to being taken into custody, while being taken into custody, or after being taken into custody - or in one other instance…Name it. Who is to be notified?
A
- as a result of force being used, regardless of the extent of injury or medical treatment received
- O.I.C. to be notified, ensure medical attention
24
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The Province of Ontario has regulated that before initiating a suspect apprehension pursuit, a police officer shall determine whether the immediate need to apprehend or identify an individual in a fleeing motor vehicle or to identify the fleeing motor vehicle outweighs _______________ that may result from the pursuit.
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-the risk to public safety
25
What is the paramount consideration factor in any decision to initiate, continue or abandon a pursuit?
-Public Safety
26
During a pursuit, a police officer shall continually reassess the determination to pursue and shall do what when the risk to public safety outweighs the risk to public safety if the vehicle/persons in it are not apprehended/identified?
-abandon the pursuit
27
The criminal offence of what arising out of the pursuit itself is not sufficient grounds to continue the pursuit?
-the offence of dangerous operation of a motor vehicle
28
Regarding non-criminal offences, no pursuit shall be initiated or continued if what?
-the identity of the individual in the motor vehicle is known
29
When shall a pursuit for a non-criminal offence be abandoned?
-once the motor vehicle is identified or an individual in the vehicle is identified
30
The Automated Vehicle Location System uses the GPS satellite network to determine the location, speed, and direction of a marked vehicle. The GPS data is received by the AVLA equipment and is transmitted to and capable of being viewed using the__________?
-Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system
31
Only a police officer operating a marked motor vehicle may engage in and continue a pursuit unless what?
- a marked vehicle is not available
| - -believes it's necessary to immediately apprehend an individual or to identify the motor vehicle or person in it
32
Name 5 alternatives to pursuits:
- strategic following
- follow-up investigation
- Tandem Stop
- use of tire deflation devices, when available
- the use of the helicopter, when available
33
Strategic following is the primary driving mode during an active pursuit. When using this technique, officers shall: ( 2 points )
- activate all emergency equipment
| - follow the fleeing vehicle from a significantly increased distance
34
When a Member becomes aware of an issued article of uniform and/or equipment is lost, stolen, damaged or unserviceable, who shall they notify?
-their Unit Commander
35
When it is necessary for a Member to turn off the ICCS during an investigation or incident shall: ( 2 points )
- record a brief audible statement indicating why
| - note reasons in memobook
36
Why shall supervisors conduct a regular review of recorded media from the ICCS? ( 6 points )
- assist in the resolution of a public complaint
- assess an officer's performance
- ensure the ICCS is functioning properly
- determine whether the ICCS is being operated in accordance with prodedure and prescribed training
- identify material that may be appropriate for training
- determine additional training needs, as appropriate
37
What are the 6 General Responsibilities of a Sergeant?
a) at parade time, when directed, inspect the members, call the roll, detail members to their assignment, report to the Officer in Charge, the absence of any member and make the proper entries in their memobook
b) ensure that calls for service are promptly attended
c) visit members as frequently as possible to ensure they are performing their duties
d) while on patrol, frequently communicate with the O.I.C
e) when assigned by O.I.C, visit the courts to ensure that Members are appropriately attired and acting in a professional manner, and document any inadequate court presentations on the appropriate form
f) ensure that School Crossing Guards are instructed regarding their duties, visit school crossing locations to ensure they are clean, fit and properly performing their duties - report to O.I.C when Crossing Guards fail to perform their duties
38
Recommendation #7 of the Iacobucci Report, regarding the hiring of new constables suggests that the TPS give preference/significant weight to candidates who have these 3 backgrounds:
- Community Service
- Mental Health Involvement
- Higher Education
39
Recommendation #15 of the Iacobucci Report, regarding Recruit Training, suggests that TPS should place more emphasis in it's curriculum regarding what 9 skills/techniques:
- Containment
- Communication and De-escalation
- Subject Safety
- Use of Force
- Firearms Avoidance
- Fear
- Stigma
- Experience and Feedback
- Culture
40
According to the PACER Report, what should the main purpose of performance evaluation be?
-to access how an Officer is contributing to the desired outcomes of the Service, as identified in the Service Priorities
41
According to the PACER Report, the changes required to improve performance management should be designed, developed, and implemented by what new unit?
-Workplace and Performance Management Unit
42
According to the PACER Report, what is an important factor in evaluating an Officer's performance?
-how an Officer spends his/her unstructured time
43
According to the PACER Report, emphasizing the quantity of of CIR's producted by and Officer, overlooks what?
-their other positive contributions
44
According to the PACER Report, what process would allow a supervisor to document an Officer's efforts?
-an informal recognition process
45
What is the goal of Corporate Risk Management?
-to strengthen public trust
46
What are the 4 sub-units of PRS?
- Complaints Administration
- Conduct Investigations
- Criminal Investigations
- Investigative Support Unit
47
In 2013, the Corporate Risk Management Unit began tracking and reporting judicial comments regarding what?
-officer conduct during judicial proceedings
48
Who is responsible for the development and management of the Standards of Conduct?
-Governance
49
The Planned Approach Change and the Emergent Approached Change are also referred to as: ( 2 types of change )
- Top Led Change ( Planned Approach Change )
| - Bottom Led Change ( Emergent Approached Change )
50
What are the 3 stages to change?
- Unfreezing Stage
- Changing Stage
- Refreezing Stage
51
What kind of bias is it when you associate various groups with negative sterotypes?
-Explicit Bias
52
What kind of bias is it when you are aware of your bias and unconcerned about the discriminatory behaviour they produce?
-Explicit Bias
53
What kind of bias is it when your behaviour is outside of your conscious awareness?
-Implicit Bias
54
What do "working days" mean?
-Monday to Friday, exclusive of statutory holidays
55
True or False? The right to search a person as an incident to to a lawful arrest is found in Common Law?
-True
56
True or False? A Police Officer may enter a Dwelling House if he/she has reasonable grounds to SUSPECT that entry into the dwelling house is necessary to prevent imminent bodily harm or death to any person?
-True
57
True or False? A Police Officer may enter a Dwelling House if he/she has reasonable grounds to BELIEVE that evidence relating to the commission of an indictable is present in the dwelling house and that entry is necessary to prevent the imminent loss/destruction of evidence?
-True
58
True or False? When commencing a Level 2 search, the supervisor should establish a command post at the place last seen or the missing person's home?
- False
| - the supervisor should establish a command post OTHER than these places
59
A supervisor notified of a confirmed Hold Up shall ensure that ______ and _______ are notified of all particulars.
- HUS
| - O.I.C.
60
A Supervisor upon being notified of an incident suspected to be a hate/bias crime shall request the attendance of 4 units/offices:
- C.I.B
- F.I.S
- INT - Hate Crime
- Victim Services ( as appropriate )
61
A Supervisor, when initiating an internal conduct complaint against a police officer, shall complete a TPS 901 and immediately forward it to who?
-the subject officer's Unit Commander
62
True or False: Progressive Discipline refers to instances where a police officer has been the subject of a punitive assessment for a PREVIOUS disciplinary matter and a uniform Senior Officer intends to resolve a subsequent complaint wherein the officer SHALL be subject to a higher penalty?
-True
63
Where it is established that a supervisor or manager failed to provide adequate/necessary training or equipment, or failed to establish or communicate a work performance standard, an internal complaint shall be initiated against who?
-the supervisor or manager
64
When a Special Review has concluded and it is determined that the member did NOT meet the standard threshold, a _________ is generated and the internal complaint process is followed.
-TPS 901
65
Who has a duty to ensure that the scene of an SIU investigation is properly preserved from contamination or deterioration?
-EVERY police officer
66
What empowers every person who is required to do anything in the administration or enforcement of the law, when acting on REASONABLE GROUNDS, to use as much force as necessary for that purpose?
-The Criminal Code
67
If a police dog or horse comes into direct physical contact with a person, what report is required?
-a UFR Form 1
68
Who has the final decision to recommend the opposition of Bail?
-the OIC
69
Who may lay an Information in writing, and under oath before a Justice?
-anyone
70
A Warrant to Arrest is a written order and can be signed by who? ( name 3 )
- a Judge
- a J.P.
- a Coroner........really? yep
71
Can an O.I.C. release a person arrested on a Warrant in the First?
-YES ( if the warrant endorsed by the issuing Justice authorizes the release of the person by the O.I.C - otherwise, the person MUST be presented to the court for a Bail Hearing )
72
If a "Fail to Appear" or additional charges are laid in relation to the execution of a Bench Warrant issued by the Superior Court - where will the new charge be heard first?
-The Superior Court
( the new charges will be heard in the Ont. Court of Justice)
* if they're drug charges - take to OCH for a Show Cause
73
True or False? A person arrested as a result of a Material Witness Warrant shall face charges and be fingerprinted?
- False
| - no charges, no prints
74
What are the 2 types of Civil Warrants for arrest?
- Small Claims Court Warrant
| - Civil Court Warrants
75
Admittance into the Post Mortem Examination Room is determined by who?
-The Medical Director of the Facility
76
When investigating a death from a scuba diving accident, who shall be requested to attend?
-Specialized Emergency Response Marine
77
When can a body be removed from TTC property during a death investigation? ( 3 answers )
- Coroner has authorized removal
- Scene has been photographed
- Supervisor/Det has been consulted and has authorized the removal
78
When a police officer becomes aware of a death in police custody, in addition to protecting the scene and all evidence, shall notify who? ( 2 people )
- the supervisory officer ( and request attendance )
| - the O.I.C.
79
What is an integral part of the the TPS - Crime and Disorder Management process?
-Problem Orientated Policing
80
The function of __________ _________ is to bring all components of a division together in a focused response to crime and disorder issues.
-Crime Management
81
Who chairs the DU5C?
-The Deputy Chief Coroner for the Province of Ontario
82
True or False? The sudden, unexpected death of a child under 18 years shall be treated as suspicious?
-True
83
When shall a "Preliminary Police Report" be completed?
- for investigations involving the death of a child under 5 years
* forward to the Coroner's Office PRIOR to post mortem
84
This officer preserves the crime scene at a Homicide/Suspicious and remains at the entrance to the scene to record names of all personnel attending and leaving:
-the Second Officer on scene
85
What robbery investigations do HUS take the lead in? (4 kinds/scenes )
- financial institutions
- armoured cars
- retail businesses
- home invasions ( where firearms/offensive weapons are used )
86
Who is the Service Liaison with other police services regarding TPS service member involved domestic occurrences outside the City of Toronto?
- PRS
| * they shall be responsible for submitting a TPS 901
87
Child Abuse Investigations shall be conducted in accordance with what Protocol?
- The "Protocol for Joint Investigations of Child Physical and Sexual Abuse:Guidelines and Procedures for a Co-ordinated Response to Child Abuse in the City of Toronto."
88
Police have the authority on reasonable and probable grounds to enter and search any premise without a warrant, using force if necessary, when?
-to locate a Child in Need of Protection whose health and safety is at substantial risk
89
The TPS Board and the TPS are committed to providing a workplace that is free of ___________ and _______.
- discrimination
| - harassment
90
The TPS is __________________and committed to providing __________service, in partnership with the community by recovering and returning property to its rightful owner in an expeditious manner.
- dedicated
| - quality
91
When there is an unforeseen seizure outside of Fleet business hours - who should be contacted?
- TPOC
* they will assist in notifying the on-call member of the PEMU who will facilitate access to the PEMU and/or provide access to a transportation vehicle
92
True or False? Members shall process large seizure of property through the DLMS
-False
93
The Police Officer assigned to maintain radio communication during a Level 3 - Disaster Incident shall request the Communications Operator notify 3 units - what are they?
- TPOC
- the On Call EM and PO Member
- The Unit Commander/OIC of the affected divisions
94
The Chief has authorized who to be the OIPRD Liaison Officer?
-Inspector of PRS
95
A civilian supervisor who directly manages a police officer - or a supervisory officer of a higher rank - must use what form to initiate a conduct complaint?
-a TPS 901
96
When a complaint is made against a Senior Officer - who shall delegate a supervisor to investigate/report on matter?
- The applicable Deputy Chief
| * The Deputy shall fulfill the role of Unit Commander in adjudication or directing resolution
97
True or False? An Internal Complaint can be withdrawn?
True
98
Under the P.S.A, conduct complaint investigations compel all involved police officers to submit detailed statements and/or attend an investigative interview and be compelled to answer questions, UNLESS what?
-the Member is simultaneously a subject of a criminal investigation arising out of the same incident
99
When investigating an internal conduct complaint which, due to it's complexity or where the reputation of the Service may be severely impacted in a negative manner - a Unit Commander shall notify who?
- Unit Commander - PRS
| * PRS may request matter to be referred to the Chief's Advisory Committee
100
What can be found in:
- Service Governance
- Federal Statutes and Associated Regulations
- Provincial Statutes and Associated Regulations
- Municipal By Laws and Municipal Codes
-work performance standards
101
Supervisors are responsible for providing what kind of supervison?
-consistent and effective supervision
102
The TPS is committed to the ______ and ______ of human rights in both the workplace and in the delivery of police services.
- protection
| - promotion
103
Members have options when laying a Human Rights Complaint, including resolving formally or informally or by filing a complaint with who?
-The Human Rights Tribunal
104
Members shall respond directly to the complaints received from the Human Rights Tribunal - true or false?
-False
105
Human Rights Tribunal Complaints:
1) All employment related complaints are assigned to what Unit?
2) All complaints regarding the delivery of police services are assigned to what Unit?
1) Labour Relations
| 2) Legal Services
106
During an SIU investigation where Service Firearms are involved, the pistols shall remain holstered until proven safe at a Proving Station, in the presence of who? ( 2 people )
- The SIU's Investigator
| - The Chief's SIU Designate
107
In the case of a Service firearms involved investigation by the SIU, where the officer is injured, who shall seize the pistol?
-a Supervisory Officer
108
When a Service vehicle INTERIOR requires a forensic exam as part of a SIU investigation - where can it be towed?
- a secure service garage
- Centre of Forensic Science
*no equipment shall be removed from the vehcile unless agreed to by the SIU Investigator in conjunction with the Duty Senior Officer and/or the Chief's SIU designate
109
If the SIU contacts the officer directly, the officer will immediately notify who?
-The Chief's SIU Liaison Officer
110
The Uniform Performance Appraisal Process is a performance review emphasizing what? ( 2 things )
- Goal Setting
| - Measurements of Achievement
111
The weapons members use must be approved by who for use?
-Solicitor General
112
Safe Communities and Neighbourhoods
Economic Sustainability and Operational Excellence
High, Professional Service to the Community
What are these?
The Service Priorities for 2014-2016
113
Enhance prevention and enforcement activities focusing on violent crime and illegal drug activity to reduce crime and improve perceptions of safety in neighbourhoods.
Which Service Priority is this?
Safe Communities and Neighbourhoods
114
I have learned that without a _______with the public that is based on ______ ______, trust that the police will do the right thing, and a confidence in our _______ and commitment to get the job done, we cannot succeed in our mission to make our ________ safe.
- relationship
- mutual respect
- competency
- communities
115
If a substantial segment of our society perceive that the police are not ________; that they are the victims of
________ ________; or that the criminal justice system does not provide justice for them, they are more likely to _________ their participation in community
_________ _______ and may demonstrate their disaffection by refusing to ________ with the police.
- trustworthy
- police bias
- withhold
- problem solving
- co-operate
116
And yet, we must never take this _________ for granted. It must be earned each and _____ _______, by you, by _______ _________ _______.
- support
- every day
- all of us
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It is _______responsibility both _______ and _______ to earn that trust, to maintain that trust, to build upon that trust.
- everyone's
- individually
- collectively
118
We can only do that by carrying out our duties with ______, honesty and fairness. We can only maintain that trust if we truly ______ the people.
- integrity
| - respect
119
There is great power in ________, courtesy, commitment and dedication to duty.
-professionalism
120
Your decisions are important. They will directly affect the __________ and security of our citizens.
-safety
121
In making these decisions, there is perhaps no issue which has a greater potential to undermine and destroy our relationship with the diverse people we serve then the perception that we _______ on the basis of ______.
- discriminate
| - race
122
We must be constantly vigilant against the influence that _____, in all its forms can have on our decision making.
-bias
123
Trust your _________, Trust your __________, Trust_________.
- values
- training
- yourself
124
Customer Service:
We all have an important role to play to ensure that the TPS achieves it's vision as being " A world leader in policing through excellence, ________, continuous learning, quality ________, and management.
- innovation
| - leadership
125
What is the TPS Customer Service slogan?
"People Helping People"
126
Mission Statement:
We are ________ to delivering police services in partnership with our _______, to keep Toronto the best and _______ place to be.
- dedicated
| - safest
127
Vision Statement:
Our service is committed to being a world leader in policing through ________, innovation, continuous ______, quality leadership and management.
- excellence
| - learning
128
Vision Statement:
We are committed to deliver police services, which are sensitive to the needs of the community, involving ________ ________ and teamwork to overcome all challenges.
We take _______ in what we do and measure our success by the ________ of our members and communities.
-collaborative partnerships
- pride
- satisfaction
129
We are truthful and open in our interactions with each other and with members of our community.
Which core value is this?
-Honesty
130
We are honourable, trustworthy, and strive to do what is right.
Which core value is this?
-Integrity
131
We treat everyone in an impartial, equitable, sensitive and ethical manner.
Which core value is this?
-Fairness
132
We are conscientious , professional , responsible, and dependable in our dealings with each other and our communities.
Which core value is this?
-Reliability
133
We value ourselves, each other, and all members of our communities, showing understanding and appreciation for our similarities and differences.
Which core value is this?
-Respect
134
We work together within the Service and with members of our communities to achieve our goals, making use of diverse skills, abilities, roles, and views.
Which core value is this?
-Teamwork
135
We strive to bring positive and constructive influences to our dealings with each other and our communities.
Which core value is this?
-Positive Attitude
136
We respect and uphold the rights and freedoms of all individuals and ensure in all of our interactions and in the exercise of our discretion, we are not influences by any prejudice or stereotype.
-Freedom from Bias
