Standards of professional behaviour

Question 1

Honesty Integrity

Answer 1

I will be honest and act with integrity at all times,

and will not compromise or abuse my position

Question 2

Authority, respect, courtesy

Answer 2

I will act with self-control and tolerance,
treating members of the public and
colleagues with respect and courtesy.

I will use my powers and authority lawfully
and proportionately, and will respect the
rights of all individuals

Question 3

Equality, Diversity

Answer 3

I will act with fairness and impartiality.

I will not discriminate unlawfully or unfairly

Question 4

Use of force

Answer 4

I will only use force as part of my role and
responsibilities, and only to the extent that
it is necessary, proportionate and reasonable
in all the circumstances.

Question 5

Orders, instructions

Answer 5

I will, as a police officer, give and carry
out lawful orders only, and will abide by
Police Regulations.

I will give reasonable instructions only, and
will follow all reasonable instructions.

Question 6

Duties, Responsibilities

Answer 6

I will be diligent in the exercise of my duties

and responsibilities.

Question 7

Confidentiality

Answer 7

I will treat information with respect, and
access or disclose it only in the proper course
of my duties.

Question 8

Fitness for work

Answer 8

I will ensure, when on duty or at work,

that I am fit to carry out my responsibilities.

Question 9

Conduct

Answer 9

I will behave in a manner, whether on or off
duty, which does not bring discredit on the
police service or undermine public confidence
in policing.

Question 10

Challenge and report improper behaviour

Answer 10

I will report, challenge or take action against
the conduct of colleagues which has fallen
below the standards of professional behaviour.