Code Of Conduct Flashcards
The Principles
Integrity and Impartiality
promoting the public good
Commitment to the system of government
Accountability and Transparency
Acts
Public service Act 2008
Crime and Corruption Act 2001
Corrective services Act 2006
Public Sector Ethics Act 1994
Misconduct
Inappropriate or improper conduct in an official manner
or in a private capacity that reflects seriously and adversely on the public service
disciplinary action
Termination Reduction in claassification Re-assignment of duties Reduction in salary Deduction in salary e.g. fine Reprimand
Integrity and Impartiality
Commit to highest ethical standards
Manage conflicts of interest
Contribute to public discussion in an appropriate manner
high standard of workplace behaviour and personal conduct
Promoting the Public good
Commitment to excellence in service delivery
Ensure appropriate community engagement
Work as an integrated service
Accountability and Transparency
Ensure diligence in public admin
Ensure transparency in our business dealings
Ensure appropriate use of our official resources, public property and facilities
ensure appropriate use & disclosure of official information
Commit to innovation and continuous performance improvement
What is it
The principles and values that describe how we will conduct ourselves ethically when delivering services
Gifts and benefits
QCS requires all gifts or benefits to be reported. This can be anything of value that you are offered
Who investigates ethical standards in the code of conduct
Ethical standards unit
Investigate Custodial officer misconduct
Where would you find the code of conduct
Refer to he whole of government code of conduct accessed via the QCS intranet
Who is covered under the code?
Everyone! All full time, part time, casual, work experience, trainees, volunteers and contract workers.
