Employment Relations Act/Code of Conduct/Self Test

Question 1

What must parties do that are in an employment relationship? (2)

Answer 1

• must deal with each other in good faith?
• must not do anything to mislead or decieve or likely to mislead or decieve each other

Question 2

Who does the code of conduct apply to and when?

Answer 2

• Applies to anyone who is employed or engaged by NZP regardless of rank or position held
• Applies to actions both inside and outside working hour where those actions would bring police into disrepute or damage trust and confidence NZP has in us.

Question 3

What is the SELF test?

Answer 3

• Scrutiny: Would behaviour withstand scrutiny of others
• Ensure Compliance: with CoC, Policy, GI’s, expectations
• Lawful: is decision/behaviour lawful
• Fair: is it fair and reasonable

Question 4

What is the definition of a ‘Conflict of Interest?’

(Clue: PP conflict with POR)

Answer 4

As situation where our personal or professional interests may conflict with our position, obligations or responsibilities as a Police employee.

Question 5

How do we protect ‘Our Reputation?’

(Clue: P, J, A, D, I, I)

Answer 5

• Act professionally
• Good judgement
• Accountability
• Not bring Police into disrepute
• Consider impact of behaviour
• Protect police integrity

Question 6

What do we need to do consistantly with regards to ‘Our Information’ we have access to? (2)

Answer 6

• practice good judgement & integrity
• where unsure, seek advice

Question 7

What factors must be considered when considering if a behaviour/decision has breached the CoC?

Clue: Nature..,Intent..,Position..,Ability..,Impact..,Trust..,Past

Answer 7

• Nature and circumstances
• Intent -was decision made knowingly
• Position, Duties, Responsibilities
• Ability to fulfil duties/responsibilities
• Impact on NZP and relationships
• Impact on trust & confidence of NZP in member
• How similar behaviour dealt with in past

Question 8

Why does the Code of Conduct exist? (3)

Clue: SOB, C, D

Answer 8

• describes the standard of behaviour expected of all police employees
• every employee must conduct themselves in accordance with CoC
• breach of COC may lead to disciplinary action