Role, Standards And Core Values

Question 1

List the core values of the raf with some meaning of each

Answer 1

Respect (crown & comrades crating teamwork and belonging)

Integrity (being honest with strong moral principles=trust allowing raf to operate effectively)

Service (unselfish commitment, put others first=optimises loyalty, commitment, teamwork&courage)

Excellence (holds rep for excellence by way examples are set, tasks tackled, take responsibility & ensure jobs done well, get best of people & efficient use of resources)

Question 2

What is the acronym for RAF core values

Answer 2

RISE

Question 3

As 1/4 core values what does respect consist of?

Answer 3

1 SELF RESPECT (encourage enviro of high personal standards, team work & professionalism is key to nurturing SR in those around)

2 MUTUAL RESPECT (for others up & down chain of command & society regardless)

3 HUMILITY (irrespective of rank, treat all as equal, respect right of diff views)

4 INCLUSION (critical for team cohesion & operational success, all feel belonging, welcome & included)

Question 4

As 1/4 core values what does integrity consist of?

Answer 4

1 MORAL COURAGE (doing right thing despite being unpopular/high personal cost, maintain values & high standards, means earn respect & trust)

2 HONESTY (dishonesty questions individuals reliability & damages trust & team cohesion, impacting operational effectiveness)

3 JUSTICE (vital all treated fair & consistent so see justice done with no favour)

Question 5

As 1/4 core values what does service consist of?

Answer 5

1 PHYSICAL & MENTAL COURAGE (required in difficult situations & support colleagues)

2 LOYALTY (professional & social loyalty, loyal to subordinates by presenting & dealing with their concerns/interests fairly, also to duty)

3 COMMITMENT (to serve, meet in full responsibilities)

4 TEAMWORK (working effectively with all to create Whole Service Enviro where all feel heard & valued=foundation for genuine inclusion, relies on treating all with respect)

Question 6

As 1/4 core values what does excellence consist of?

Answer 6

1 PERSONAL EXCELLENCE (personal responsibility to self & team to achieve & maintain highest professional & personal standards)

2 DISCIPLINE (personal allows us to achieve more than might normally, May need to enforce it when necessary so need to clearly understand rules & ensure fairly upheld)

3 PRIDE (breeds excellence-through ethos &achievement)

Question 7

Which general standards are held by the raf?

Answer 7

Rich in diversity & culture so respect all

Sustain reputation through individual excellence, great teamwork & effective leadership (flourish in enviro of mutual respect & trust)

Trust earned through demonstrating competence & integrity

Question 8

List the role of the raf

Answer 8

1 Respond to threats
(protect airspace)

2 Prevent conflict
(protect interests & influence of uk & allies, identify & manage threats - currently active across 4 continents)

3 Watch the skies
(monitor potential threats to uk airspace)

4 Deliver aid
(provide urgent assistance, aid & equip in affected areas asap & evacuate civilians & military personnel from natural disasters & civil unrest, support gov agencies & emergency services in uk ops)

5 Work in partnership
(raf collaborates with gov, military & civilian partners, trains & deploy with NATO allies=maintain good relations, advise & train other gov organisations)

6 Combat cyber threats
(successful attacks could prevent ability to protect uk airspace)