Security Forces Ethics

Question 1

What are the 11 Pillars that drive how SF members conduct themselves on and off duty?

Answer 1

1. Conduct when exercising authority
   -Accept authority, be impartial, be firm, and earn the respect of the public; the goal is to avoid altercations.
2. Professional demeanor
3. Personal Appearance- maintain high standards
4. Personal attitudes
5. Assistance to others- render assistance to the public; response must be prompt
6. Attention to duty- alert, vigilant, no-intoxicants.
7. Seeking favors- do not seek personal advantage, nor accept acts of favoritism or display acts of favoritism
8. Punishment of offenders- we are not a judge, may not admonish or reprimand.
9. Apprehension/ Detention of Suspects
10. Off Duty Conduct
11. Protection of Privacy-Do not discuss offenses, or incidents, except in the line of duty.