7.2 Policing Act, Staff Management and Code of Conduct Flashcards
Sec 30 - Command and Control. Every Police must obey and be guided by…
a) general instructions
b) the Comissioners circulars and
c) any applicable local orders
Every police member must obey the lawful command of a supervisor.
In the absence of a supervisor, the supervisor’s authority and responsibility devolves on -
a) the Police employee available who is next in level of position and
b) in the case of equality, the longest serving Police employee
The Prevention First Model.
(pay attention to the DEMAND and BEAT those two words we’re changed in the exam).
Taking every opportunity to prevent harm.
- Target the Drivers of DEMAND.
- Deploy to BEAT demand.
- Mindset.
Is Performance Management a disciplinary process?
No. It only becomes relevant for disciplinary purposes when an employee has been unable or unwilling to satisfactorily improve following a Performance Improvement Plan.
What are some examples of ‘Flexible Working’ As per the FEO policies
- Working from home/alternative work space.
- Flexi Time (setting hours differently week to week)
- Part Time (Working less than full hours)
- Condensed Hours (working more hours in less days)
What is misconduct?
Behaviour or actions that breach this code of conduct or other Police policies. It may not justify dismissal, but it may result in formal disciplinary action.
What are the do’s of a social media post?
- Make sure it’s clear that it is your view and not a police view
- Select high privacy settings
- Be aware of security advice posted on the bulletin board.
How long do you have to consider and respond to all requests for FEO?
1 month of receiving them as per the Employment Relations ACt
Qualified Constable as per Sec 63. Who can issue a PSO.
In terms of a Police Safety Order, a qualified constable is defined as a constable who is of or above the level of position of sergeant. Therefore, before an acting sergeant could authorise a PSO, they would need to be appointed under Sec 63.
In regards to Section 63 of the Policing Act 2008 - What can the commissioner do when it comes to acting appointments?
The commissioner may appoint an employee temporarily to any higher level of position or
Authorise an employee to exercise or perform all or any of the powers and duties under this Act or any other enactment, of any level of position higher than that employee’s own level of position.
What is inappropriate behaviour?
- Unethical behaviour
- Breaching code of conduct
- Harassment, bullying or discrimination
When does the commissioner need to notify the IPCA of certain incidents involving death or serious bodily injury caused by an employee?
The commissioner shall
AS SOON AS PRACTICABLE
give a written notice setting out particulars of the incident.
Sec 9 - What are the functions of Police?
a) Keep the peace
b) Maintain public safety
c) Law enforcement
d) Crime prevention
e) Community support and reassurance
f) National security
g) Participation in policing activities outside NZ
h) emergency management
What are the 4 steps in the Performance Management process?
1) Informal discussion
2) The performance meeting
3) The performance plan (PIP)
4) Completion of the PIP to the required standard
What is the rule of law?
it defines the relationship of the government to its people. That people in a society should be governed by law and should be free from arbitrary government.
If you are the subject of any charges, EBA, drivers license suspension, speeding in excess of 40km above posted speed limit, what must you do?
You must as soon as possible, notify your supervisor in writing of the brief details and circumstances. Supervisor then forwards this on to PPC