pages 66-98 Flashcards
1
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the discretionary authority to refer a matter directly to Professional Standards Support – Prosecution Services to initiate formal charges is available at the outset of any disciplinary process. True or False
A
True
2
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When a Maximum three (3) days or twenty four (24) hours imposed as a penalty, the officer shall satisfy the penalty by?
A
- working without pay, on a regular scheduled day off
- applying vacation entitlement
- applying overtime/lieu time credits
3
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When Not more than twenty (20) days or one hundred sixty (160) hours imposed, the officer shall satisfy the penalty by? and, who must consent to this
A
- working without pay, on a regular scheduled day off
- the SSUPT Corporate Risk Management
4
Q
Are penalties calculated in terms of hours or days?
A
hours
5
Q
The established penalties for a red light camera offence shall apply unless permission has been obtained from the involved member’s Staff Superintendent to reduce the penalty. what are the 3 levels of discipline
A
1st - 6 hours
2nd - 12 hours
3rd - 24 up to hearing
6
Q
The established penalties for travelling at or in excess of one hundred and fifty (150) km/h while operating a Service vehicle shall apply unless permission has been obtained from the involved member’s Staff Superintendent to reduce the penalty. what are the 3 levels of discipline?
A
1st - 8 hours
2nd - 12 hours
3rd - 24 hours up to hearing
7
Q
all insubordination penalties are the same except for one.
- what are the penalties?
- which one is different?
- what is the penalty for the different one?
A
- 1st - written to 8 hours
2nd - 8 hours to 24 hours
3rd - hearing - gain access to, and/or use, any information contained in any Service computer system, or any other computer system used in the performance of your duties, including Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) for any purpose other than police business
- hearing
8
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Discreditable Conduct
-offences for failing to treat/use profane, abusive language relating to a prohibited ground carries what levels of penalties?
A
1st - written reprimand to 24 hours
2nd - straight to hearing
9
Q
Discreditable Conduct
-offences for use profane/abusive language to public/member of police force carries what level of penalties?
A
1st - written reprimand to 8 hours
2nd - 8 hours to 24 hours
3rd - hearing
10
Q
Neglect of Duty
-all neglect of duty offences carry the same penalties (written reprimand - 8 hours, 8 hours to 24 hours, hearing) except for which 4 offences that can go from 8 hours to hearing for 2nd offence?
A
- fails to work in accordance with orders, or leaves an area detachment, detail or other place of duty, without due permission or sufficient cause
- by carelessness or neglect permits a prisoner to escape
- fails, when knowing where an offender is to be found, to report him or her or to make due exertions for bringing the offender to justice
- fails to report a matter that is his or her duty to report
11
Q
Neglect of Duty
In addition to the penalty provision outlined for an infraction associated to a paid duty:
1. what is the penalty that may be included for a first infraction?
2. what is the penalty that may be included for a second infraction?
3. what is the penalty that may be imposed after a hearing?
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1st - administrative suspension of paid duty privileges for two (2) Compressed Work Week (CWW) cycles ten (10) weeks
2nd - administrative suspension of paid duty privileges for four (4) CWW cycles twenty (20) weeks
after a hearing - administrative suspension of paid duty privileges ranging from four (4) CWW cycles to a full year.
12
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DAMAGE TO CLOTHING OR EQUIPMENT – s. 2(1)(h)
name the 5 offences and what are their penalties
A
- generally (A-B), (B-D), (E)
- at fault accident (A-B), (B-D), (D-E)
- unintentional damage to workstation (A-B), (B-C), (D)
- intentional damage to workstation (C), (D-E), (E)
- fails to report loss or damage, however caused, as soon as practicable (A-B), (B-D), (E)
13
Q
Upon whos recommendation concerning a conduct complaint which, due to its complexity or where the reputation of the Toronto Police Service may be severely impacted in a negative manner, the Chief’s Advisory Committee (Committee) may be convened?
A
Deputy Chief or the UC - PRS - Complaint Admin
14
Q
Membership of the Chief’s Advisory Committee may include the following, but shall be adjusted to address a particular topic? CLS and the 3 U’s
A
Command Officers
Legal Counsel
Staff Superintendent – Corporate Risk Management
Unit Commander – Professional Standards
Unit Commander – Professional Standards Support
Unit Commander – Involved Officer
15
Q
What refers to instances where a police officer has been the subject of a punitive assessment for a previous disciplinary matter and a uniform senior officer intends to resolve a subsequent complaint wherein the officer shall be subject to a higher penalty?
A
progressive discipline
16
Q
When shall a member be subject to progressive discipline? (unless consent is granted from the SSUPT - CRM) also, the date used to calculate the commencement of the time period shall be the date of conviction or the date that the penalty was imposed.
A
- when a TPS 930 is on file and has not been expunged in accordance with the PSA
- where, within the past three (3) years, a disciplinary matter has been concluded by a hearing conviction, a subsequent breach of any nature shall be dealt with by a hearing
- when the maximum allowable penalty has been imposed at unit level, recurrences shall be dealt with by means of a hearing
17
Q
What is the process to have a PSA conviction expunged from a personnel file?
A
- member TPS 912 to their UC
- UC TPS 912 to the SSUPT - CRM for submission to the review committee
18
Q
What is the eligibility criteria to have a PSA conviction expunged? (6)
A
- 5 clear years without any subsequent PSA convictions (commences from date of any final appeal)
- obtain record of suspension (pardon) for any criminal conviction
- no outstanding criminal charges
- not be subject of any ongoing complaint/investigation
- 2 years clear of any disciplinary matters resolved at the unit level
- ## not under suspension
19
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In relation to Expunge PSA Convictions, who shall the review committee consist of?
A
- SSUPT - CRM
- SSUPT of applicant
- Director - Human Resources
20
Q
In relation to Expunge PSA Convictions, what criteria shall govern the assessment of the review committee when evaluating an application? (SORO)
A
- seriousness and circumstances of the offence
- outstanding internal/external complaints
- recent employment history
- other information the committee deems appropriate
21
Q
In relation to Expunge PSA Convictions, who will approve or deny the recommendation to have a PSA conviction expunged?
A
The Chief of Police (there is no appeal process of the Chief’s recommendation but the officer may re-apply)
22
Q
In relation to the Procedure for Awards:
administers the Awards Program for police officers, civilian members, members of the community, external organizations and other groups?
A
PRS - Awards (Awards Section)
23
Q
In relation to the Procedure for Awards:
Who is responsible for administering the Awards Program for school crossing guards, volunteers, and auxiliary members (with the exception of the Ontario Auxiliary Police Medal and Auxiliary Commendation)?
A
Divisional Policing Support Unit (DPSU) and Traffic Services (TSV)
24
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In relation to the Procedure for Awards:
Who reviews all Corporate Award recommendations?
A
the Standing Awards Committee (SAC)
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In relation to the Procedure for Awards:
| What is the award for members receiving a Corporate Award and when must they use it?
8 hours and must be used in 6 months
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In relation to the Procedure for Awards:
Who is responsible for entering the award time into the Human Resources Management System (HRMS) and the Time and Resource Management System (TRMS)?
the unit administrator
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In relation to the Procedure for Awards:
| Who is responsible for entering the award in the members Service record on HRMS?
the Awards Coordinator - Awards
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In relation to the Procedure for Awards:
| A quorum of how many voting members is required for all SAC decisions?
5
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In relation to the Procedure for Awards:
What is the Standing Awards Committee comprised of? (membership) note* The make–up of the SAC is subject to change at the discretion of Corporate Risk Management (CRM).
- One (1) voting representative of the Board
- Two (2) voting civilian representatives from any Command
- Four (4) voting uniformed representatives from Community Safety Command
- One (1) voting uniformed representative from Corporate Services Command
- One (1) voting uniformed representative from Specialized Operations Command
- One (1) voting uniformed representative from CRM
- non–voting SAC Chair: Staff Superintendent – CRM (tie breaker)
- non–voting member: Awards Coordinator – Awards section
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In relation to the Procedure for Awards:
| When submitting any awards recommendation, who do they send the appropriate TPS form to?
Their UC
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In relation to the Procedure for Awards:
When accepting any recognition, award, or testimonial from an external organization as a representative of the Service shall: (2)
- obtain prior consent from the Chief
| - submit documentation to the UC
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In relation to the Procedure for Awards:
Unit Commander
upon receiving an award recommendation for a school crossing guard shall ensure the award recommendation is forwarded to who?
TSV
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In relation to the Procedure for Awards:
Unit Commander
upon receiving an award recommendation for a volunteer shall ensure the award recommendation is forwarded to who?
DPSU
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In relation to the Procedure for Awards:
Unit Commander
upon receiving an award recommendation for a Auxiliary member shall ensure the award recommendation is forwarded to who? (2)
DPSU and the Awards Section
35
In relation to the Procedure for Awards:
Unit Commander
upon receiving an award recommendation for a Service member shall do what?
- consider granting the member award time
| - recommending a member for a corporate award (forward corporate award recommendation to respective SSUPT)
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In relation to the Procedure for Awards:
Unit Commander
for 'commended' or 'unit award - no. of hours) the unit administrator shall ensure the recommendations is entered onto what? (2)
HRMS and TRMS
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In relation to the Procedure for Awards:
Unit Commander
when appealing a decision of the SAC on an award recommendation shall submit a TPS 649 to the Awards section within _______ of the date of notification of the SAC decision.
one month
| appeals to the SAC may only be based on new information
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In relation to the Procedure for Awards:
SSUPT/Director
Upon receiving an awards recommendation form shall review and forward to the Awards section within _______ after the conclusion of the incident or event.
6 months
| Except under special circumstances, recommendations will not be accepted after six (6) months
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In relation to the Procedure for Awards:
Awards Coordinator – Professional Standards Support – Awards
When Corporate Awards are granted by the SAC shall do what? (2)
- publish the awards on Routine Orders
| - update HRMS for the respective member
40
In relation to the Procedure for Uniform External Complaint Intake / Management
The OIPRD receives and manages all public complaints concerning what 3 things?
- conduct of a police officer of the Service
- the policies
- the services provided by the Service.
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform External Complaint Intake / Management
The _____ will determine who investigates a conduct complaint having considered the nature of the complaint and the public interest.
OIPRD
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform External Complaint Intake / Management
Who will assume all the duties and powers of the Chief of Police in matters respecting an incident under investigation?
OIPRD Liaison Officer
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform External Complaint Intake / Management
Police’s OIPRD Liaison Officer must be a Senior Officer. The Chief of Police has authorized the __________________ as the OIPRD Liaison Officer.
Inspector – Professional Standards (PRS) – Complaints Administration
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform External Complaint Intake / Management
The OIPRD will accept anonymous complaints.
True or False
False, and they must be signed
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform External Complaint Intake / Management
______________is an agreement between all parties prior to an OIPRD complaint being lodged.
Local Resolution
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform External Complaint Intake / Management
A Local Resolution must involve a complaint that meets the criteria and be resolved within ____________ of the complainant reporting to the police
thirty (30) days
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform External Complaint Intake / Management
Who will facilitate a local resolution?
a supervisor
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform External Complaint Intake / Management
_________________ is an agreement between all parties after a complaint has been lodged with the OIPRD and involves conduct that is deemed less serious.
An informal resolution
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform External Complaint Intake / Management
Name the 2 types of informal resolution?
1. Informal resolution occurs during the investigation
| 2. Informal resolution occurs after the investigation is completed
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform External Complaint Intake / Management
Harassment, Coercion or Intimidation
The PSA has been amended to include the following new offence provisions:
Note* these provisions apply to either a police officer or member of the public. No prosecutions can commence without MAG consent
- harassment, coercion or intimidation in relation to a complaint
- intentionally hindering or obstructing or providing false information to the OIPRD or an investigator
- attempts at the above.
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform External Complaint Intake / Management
A police officer who is the respondent of a conduct complaint shall receive notification regarding the substance of the complaint on a TPS 649. The notice shall be provided forthwith when:
- there is evidence to support an allegation
- the evidence, if believed, would constitute misconduct/substantiated complaint
- a respondent officer has been identified.
may be delayed if notification may prejudice an investigation
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform External Complaint Intake / Management
Publication of Disciplinary Hearing Decisions
Copies of hearing decisions for all external conduct complaints shall be submitted to the OIPRD by who?
OIPRD Liaison Officer
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform External Complaint Intake / Management
Pursuant to the PSA, conduct complaint investigations compels all involved police officers to submit detailed statements and/or attend an investigative interview and be compelled to answer questions. When is this not the case?
When the member is simultaneously a respondent of a criminal investigation arising out of the same incident.
Also, these compelled statements cannot be used against the person making the statement in any criminal proceeding.
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform External Complaint Intake / Management
Statements Pertaining to Criminal Allegations
What is the process for a witness officer in providing a statement?
- The witness officer shall supply the investigating supervisor with a detailed statement concerning the incident, as required.
- Where a witness officer has previously supplied a statement regarding a conduct complaint involving a criminal allegation, and is subsequently designated as the respondent officer, the statement shall be returned to the officer upon demand. No copies of the statement shall be retained by any other member of the Service, following the demand.
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform External Complaint Intake / Management
Statements Pertaining to Criminal Allegations
Upon request, police officers shall be afforded the opportunity to confer with and/or have present during an interview, legal counsel and/or a representative of the Association. In what circumstance is this request not honoured?
if in the opinion of the investigative supervisor, waiting for legal counsel or a representative of the Association would cause an unreasonable delay in the investigation.
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform External Complaint Intake / Management
Under ss. 58.1 of the PSA on receipt of a complaint made against a Toronto Police Service officer in another province or territory, who has been appointed to act as a police officer in that province or territory, the complaint shall be forwarded to who?
the OIPRD
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform External Complaint Intake / Management
How long does a Police Officer or Civilian Member have to
- provide a copy of relevant documents & memorandum books
-prepare a TPS 217 containing all information related to the circumstances of the complaint and forward to the investigating supervisor, and
-attend an investigative interview and respond to all questions posed that are related to the complaint in question
10 calendar days
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform External Complaint Intake / Management
Supervisor
Where the circumstances of a complaint suggest an immediate investigation is warranted shall, in addition to receiving the complaint, notify who?
- the Officer in Charge
| - Unit Commander, or if absent, the Duty Senior Officer – Toronto Police Operations Centre.
59
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform External Complaint Intake / Management
The thirty (30) calendar day period for resolving a local resolution may be extended for an additional thirty (30) calendar days, upon consent of who?
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the OIPRD.
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform External Complaint Intake / Management
Investigating Supervisor
When determining that an OIPRD conduct complaint cannot be resolved by an informal resolution shall
complete a 004-0306 OIPRD and submit electronically within ________________to the OIPRD Liaison Officer and prepare a 004-0309 OIPRD and submit electronically within ____________ to the Unit Commander
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thirty five (35) calendar days
ninety (90) days
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform External Complaint Intake / Management
Unit Commander
At the conclusion of the investigation, if the respondent officer’s conduct constitutes misconduct and unable to serve a TPS 951 within the six (6) month time period shall: (3)
- consult with Professional Standards Support – Prosecution Services
- prepare a Board Report detailing
-the name and particulars of the respondent officer on which a notice of hearing is to be served
-a summary of the investigation
-the reason for the delay in service of a notice of hearing in relation to the six (6) month time period stipulated in the PSA
- provide PRS – Complaints Administration with a copy of the Board Report
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform External Complaint Intake / Management
Who has the following duties:
- ensure the data is entered in the Professional Standards Information System (PSIS)
- adjudicate to determine if the complaint is substantiated or unsubstantiated and/or serious or less serious
- advise the complainant that they have the right, within thirty (30) calendar days, to request a review of the decision to the OIPRD
- When advised of an OIPRD conduct complaint which, due to its complexity, or where the reputation of the Service may be severely impacted in a negative manner, shall consult with the Unit Commander – Professional Standards.
OIPRD Liaison Officer – Professional Standards
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform External Complaint Intake / Management
Unit Commander – Professional Standards
Upon being advised of an OIPRD conduct complaint which, due to its complexity or where the reputation of the Service may be severely impacted in a negative manner, may request the matter be referred to who?
The Chief's Advisory Committee
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Internal Complaint Intake/ Management
Who will determine which unit will investigate an internal complaint?
Professional Standards (PRS) – Complaints Administration
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Internal Complaint Intake/ Management
How do civilian members and police officers of equal or lesser rank initiate a conduct complaint?
TPS 649
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Internal Complaint Intake/ Management
How does a civilian supervisor that directly manages a police officer initiate a conduct complaint?
TPS 901
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Internal Complaint Intake/ Management
How does a supervisory officer of higher rant than a police officer initiate a conduct complaint?
TPS 901
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Internal Complaint Intake/ Management
In circumstances where a complaint is made against a Senior Officer, who shall delegate a supervisor to investigate and report on the matter?
the applicable Deputy Chief of Police (Deputy Chief)
The Deputy Chief shall fulfil the role of a Unit Commander in adjudicating and/or directing the resolution of these complaints.
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Internal Complaint Intake/ Management
Unit Commanders shall forward the completed file, including the adjudication/disposition, to PRS – Complaints Administration within how many days?
120 days
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Internal Complaint Intake/ Management
A police officer who is the subject of a conduct complaint shall receive notification regarding the substance of the complaint on a TPS 649. If notification may prejudice the investigation, it may be delayed. The notice shall be provided forthwith when .... (3)
- there is evidence to support an allegation
- the evidence, if believed, would constitute misconduct / a substantiated complaint
- a respondent officer has been identified.
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Internal Complaint Intake/ Management
Supervisor
When initiating an internal conduct complaint against a police officer shall complete a TPS 901 and immediately forward to who?
the subject officer’s Unit Commander.
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Internal Complaint Intake/ Management
Who's duty is it to ensure a supervisor is assigned to review the UCC e–mail daily for notice of new complaints, if applicable
Unit Commander
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Internal Complaint Intake/ Management
Unit Commander
Upon receipt of a TPS 901 from PRS – Complaints Administration involving a police officer who is the subject of an internal conduct complaint shall ensure what? (2)
- an investigating supervisor is assigned to investigate the complaint
- a Report of Investigation is completed within one hundred and twenty (120) days
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Internal Complaint Intake/ Management
Unit Commander
When determining that the internal conduct complaint is unsubstantiated, how does the UC notify the subject officer?
by way of a TPS 649
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Internal Complaint Intake/ Management
Unit Commander
When resolving the internal conduct complaint informally shall ensure what? (4)
- details of the internal informal resolution are recorded on the TPS 901
- the subject officer signs the TPS 901
- the TPS 901 is forwarded to PRS – Complaints Administration
- if the complaint relates to the Human Rights Code, a copy of the TPS 901 is forwarded to Diversity & Inclusion
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Internal Complaint Intake/ Management
Unit Commander
Upon being advised of an internal conduct complaint which, due to its complexity or where the reputation of the Service may be severely impacted in a negative manner, shall consult with who?
Unit Commander – Professional Standards.
The UC - PRS may then request the matter be referred to the Chief's Advisory Committee
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Suspension from Duty
The Chief of Police (Chief) hereby authorizes the following personnel the power of suspension granted to the Chief under the PSA:
- any Deputy Chief of Police
- all Uniform Senior Officers
- all officers permanently assigned to Professional Standards (PRS)
- the Officer in Charge of a unit
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Suspension from Duty
Can a Staff Sergeant (in position of OIC) suspend another Staff Sergeant?
Yes, "An authorized officer of equal or superior rank shall commence the suspension of a police officer"
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Suspension from Duty
Who can revoke a suspension?
Chief of Police
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Suspension from Duty
Suspending Officer
Upon considering the suspension of a police officer in accordance with the PSA, and in the absence of the Unit Commander, shall
-ensure an immediate and thorough investigation is conducted, and consult with who?
Duty Senior Officer – Toronto Police Operations Centre (TPOC) (Duty Senior Officer), or other uniform senior officer
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Suspension from Duty
Suspending Officer
in addition to other duties, when suspending an officer from duty shall advise the suspending officer: (4)
- that they are immediately suspended from duty
- that they are to report to their Unit Commander as directed
- that access is restricted to only the public areas of any Service facility
- of the continued availability of the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Suspension from Duty
Suspending Officer
In addition to other duties, when suspending an officer from duty shall notify who? (2)
- the Duty Senior Officer
| - complete a TPS 649 outlining the details of the suspension and submit to their Unit Commander
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Suspension from Duty
Unit Commander
Upon learning that a police officer under their command has been suspended shall ensure the following have been notified of the circumstances and are forwarded a copy of the TPS 649 from the suspending officer:
- Staff Superintendent – Corporate Risk Management (CRM)
| - Unit Commander – Professional Standards (PRS)
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Suspension from Duty
Unit Commander
Upon learning that a police officer under their command has been suspended shall ensure the following have been notified of the suspension:
- the suspended officer’s Deputy Chief of Police / Chief Administrative Officer
- the suspended officer’s Staff Superintendent / Director
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Suspension from Duty
Unit Commander
Upon being advised that the suspension has been confirmed shall ensure all surrendered use of force equipment is delivered where?
to the Toronto Police College – Armament Section
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Suspension from Duty
Unit Commander
Upon being advised that the suspension has been confirmed shall ensure the surrendered warrant / identification card is delivered where?
to the Unit Commander - Facilities Management (FCM)
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Suspension from Duty
Unit Commander
Upon being advised that the suspension has been confirmed shall ensure the surrendered eToken is delivered where?
to the Information Security Officer - Professional Standards Support (PSS) – Information Security
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Suspension from Duty
Unit Commander
Upon being advised that the suspension has been confirmed shall ensure any other applicable surrendered uniform and equipment is delivered where?
to Fleet and Materials Management (FLT) – Equipment and Supply section, 9 Hanna Avenue, for storage
note* uniform and equipment must be sealed in a large clear evidence bag with a detailed content listing attached to the outside.
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Suspension from Duty
Unit Commander
Upon being advised that the suspension has been confirmed shall when in receipt of the Letter of Suspension signed by the Chief, serve a copy of the letter upon the suspended officer. True or False
False, must serve the original on the suspended officer, and
ensure a copy of
the served Letter of Suspension is forwarded to the Staff Superintendent – CRM
the Letter of Suspension is placed in the suspended officer's personnel file
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Suspension from Duty
Who is responsible for entering “unpaid” suspensions in HRMS?
CRM (Corporate Risk Management)
| Part-day suspensions shall be entered in TRMS only.
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Suspension from Duty
Unit Commander
While the suspended officer is suspended from duty shall immediately notify who of the suspension on a TPS 649, including the date of suspension (and return date if applicable)
the Unit Commander – Payroll & Benefits Administration
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Suspension from Duty
Unit Commander
When notified that the suspension from duty has been revoked by the Chief shall ensure a copy of the Letter of Revocation, including the date of reinstatement, is forwarded to who?
the SSUPT - CRM, and
| the letter is placed in the suspended officer's personnel file
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Suspension from Duty
Unit Commander
When notified that the suspension from duty has been revoked by the Chief shall immediately notify the following of the revocation of suspension on a TPS 649, including the date of the reinstatement:
- the Unit Commander – Payroll & Benefits Administration
| - the Information Security Officer – PSS – Information Security
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Suspension from Duty
Whose responsibility is the following:
"In addition to complying with unit–specific guidelines regarding the suspension from duty of police officers shall, when notified of a suspension, ensure further investigations are conducted, if necessary."
Duty Senior Officer – Toronto Police Operations Centre
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Suspension from Duty
Unit Commander – Fleet and Materials Management
When storing surrendered Service issued uniform and equipment for a period longer than one (1) year shall ensure a request to re-issue or dispose of the Service issued uniform and equipment is made to who?
SSUPT CRM
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Suspension from Duty
Staff Superintendent – Corporate Risk Management
When an officer is suspended without pay shall ensure what is updated accordingly?
HRMS/TRMS
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Suspension from Duty
Staff Superintendent – Corporate Risk Management
When an officer is suspended without pay shall ensure who is notified?
the Unit Commander - Payroll & Benefits Administration
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In relation to the Procedure for Civilian Complaint and Discipline Process
The conduct of civilian members is governed by what?
Standards of Conduct – Part II.
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In relation to the Procedure for Civilian Complaint and Discipline Process
Discipline matters relating to civilian members are governed by what?
the respective Collective Agreement
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In relation to the Procedure for Civilian Complaint and Discipline Process
Members of the Toronto Police Service (Service) may initiate a conduct complaint about a civilian member in the following manner
1. civilian members and police officers of equal or lesser rank:
2. a civilian supervisor or supervisory officer that directly manages a civilian member, and any civilian supervisor or supervisory officer of a higher rank than the civilian member
1. by way of a TPS 649 to the civilian member's supervisor
| 2. by way of a TPS 901
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In relation to the Procedure for Civilian Complaint and Discipline Process
What are the available outcomes in the complaint process for a civilian member?
- unsubstantiated
- substantiated
- internal informal resolution.
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In relation to the Procedure for Civilian Complaint and Discipline Process
What are the available disciplinary actions in a substantiated complaint for a civilian member?
- verbal reprimand
- written reprimand
- suspension without pay
- suspension without pay pending recommendation for termination.
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In relation to the Procedure for Civilian Complaint and Discipline Process
Can civilian members utilize time banks as an alternative to a suspension without pay?
No
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In relation to the Procedure for Civilian Complaint and Discipline Process
In accordance with the principles of progressive discipline, assessed disciplinary penalties shall increase for subsequent offences and subsequent penalties shall not regress in severity. However, in exceptional circumstances, and only following consultation with and advice from who, the same or a lesser penalty may be assessed.
Labour Relations
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In relation to the Procedure for Civilian Complaint and Discipline Process
Notwithstanding the general principle, a Unit Commander may commence progressive discipline by imposing a higher level of discipline where the circumstances warrant a more severe penalty. To promote consistency and fairness, Unit Commanders shall consult with who regarding discipline standards.
Labour Relations
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In relation to the Procedure for Civilian Complaint and Discipline Process
Member
When notified by a supervisor of being a subject/witness to an internal or external conduct complaint involving a civilian member shall
- provide a copy of
- all relevant documents
- all memorandum book entries for the relevant tours of duty
- prepare a TPS 217 containing all information related to the circumstances of the complaint and forward to the investigating supervisor
- attend an investigative interview and respond to all questions posed that are related to the complaint in question
Within how many days?
ten (10) calendar days, or as otherwise directed
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In relation to the Procedure for Civilian Complaint and Discipline Process
Civilian Member
-What is the difference in the procedure for responding to non- criminal complaints and criminal complaints?
In both they must attend an investigative interview but for a criminal complaint they MAY CHOOSE to respond to all questions.
Also in a non-criminal complaint they must prepare a TPS 217 and in a criminal they MAY CHOOSE to prepare a TPS 217
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In relation to the Procedure for Civilian Complaint and Discipline Process
Civilian Member
Upon receipt of a TPS 931 with respect to a conduct complaint, may respond to the disciplinary action in writing within how many days?
10 working days
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In relation to the Procedure for Civilian Complaint and Discipline Process
Unit Commander
When imposing disciplinary action shall ensure who is consulted regarding discipline standards?
Labour Relations
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In relation to the Procedure for Civilian Complaint and Discipline Process
Unit Commander
When imposing disciplinary action shall ensure the TPS 901, TPS 931 and investigative file are forwarded to who?
the involved member’s Staff Superintendent/Director
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In relation to the Procedure for Civilian Complaint and Discipline Process
SSUPT/Director
Upon receipt of a TPS 901, TPS 931 and investigative file shall ensure the documents are forwarded to who?
PRS – Complaints Administration
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In relation to the Procedure for Civilian Complaint and Discipline Process
Unit Commander
When a completed TPS 931 is returned from PRS – Complaints Administration shall ensure a copy is placed in the member's unit personnel file. True or False
False, the original is placed in the member's unit personnel file
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In relation to the Procedure for Civilian Suspension from Duty
A civilian member may be suspended for _____________ or _____________pending either the outcome of an investigation for which they are subject or a recommendation to the Toronto Police Services Board (Board) to terminate their services.
disciplinary purposes or suspended administratively
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In relation to the Procedure for Civilian Suspension from Duty
Civilian Member
Upon being suspended pending recommendation for termination by the Board shall immediately surrender all remaining Service issued uniform and equipment still in their possession to who?
their Unit Commander
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In relation to the Procedure for Civilian Suspension from Duty
Suspending Member
When suspending a civilian member from duty shall advise the suspended member ..... (4)
- of the reason
- to report to their Unit Commander as directed
- that access is restricted to only the public areas of any Service facility
- of the continued availability of the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
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In relation to the Procedure for Civilian Suspension from Duty
Suspending Member
When suspending a civilian member from duty shall notify who?
- the Duty Senior Officer – Toronto Police Operations Centre (TPOC) (Duty Senior Officer)
- for administrative suspensions only, complete a TPS 649 outlining the details of the suspension and submit to their Unit Commander
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In relation to the Procedure for Civilian Suspension from Duty
Unit Commander
When confirming an administrative suspension or revoking an administrative suspension shall ensure the following have been notified: (8)
- the suspended member’s Staff Superintendent / Director
- the suspended member’s Deputy Chief of Police / Chief Administrative Officer
- Deputy Chief of Police – Operational Support Command
- Staff Superintendent – Corporate Risk Management (CRM)
- Unit Commander – Professional Standards (PRS)
- Unit Commander – Payroll & Benefits Administration
- Unit Commander – Facilities Management (FCM)
- Information Security Officer – Professional Standards Support (PSS) – Information Security
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In relation to the Procedure for Civilian Suspension from Duty
Unit Commander
When suspending a civilian member by means of a disciplinary suspension shall ensure the ________________is immediately notified of the suspension, including the first and last day of suspension.
Unit Commander– Payroll & Benefits Administration
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In relation to the Procedure for Civilian Suspension from Duty
Unit Commander
When suspending a civilian member by means of a disciplinary suspension shall ensure the original TPS 901, TPS 931 and investigative brief are forwarded to the __________________ and;
a copy of the TPS 901, TPS 931 and investigative brief are forwarded to __________________
suspended member’s Staff Superintendent/Director
the Unit Commander – Labour Relations
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In relation to the Procedure for Civilian Suspension from Duty
Whose responsibility is
"In addition to complying with unit-specific guidelines regarding the suspension from duty of civilian members shall, when notified of a suspension, ensure further investigations are conducted, if necessary."
Duty Senior Officer – Toronto Police Operations Centre
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In relation to the Procedure for Civilian Suspension from Duty
Unit Commander – Fleet and Materials Management
When storing surrendered Service issued uniform and equipment for a period longer than one (1) year shall ensure a request to re-issue or dispose of the Service issued uniform and equipment is made to who?
the Director – Human Resources (HR)
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In relation to the Procedure for Civilian Suspension from Duty
what is the process when a civilian member is immediately suspended from duty for an administrative suspension?
Supervisor
- notify the Duty Inspector
- for administrative suspensions only, complete a TPS 649 outlining the details of the suspension and submit to their Unit Commander
Unit Commander
- revoke or continue with the administrative suspension (either way all of the following must be notified)
if continuing suspension notify the following:
ensure the following have been notified of the suspension
- the suspended member’s Staff Superintendent / Director
- the suspended member’s Deputy Chief of Police / Chief Administrative Officer
- Deputy Chief of Police – Operational Support Command
- Staff Superintendent – Corporate Risk Management (CRM)
- Unit Commander – Professional Standards (PRS)
- Unit Commander – Payroll & Benefits Administration
- Unit Commander – Facilities Management (FCM)
- Information Security Officer – Professional Standards Support (PSS) – Information Security
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In relation to the Procedure for Civilian Suspension from Duty
what is the process when a civilian member is immediately suspended from duty for a disciplinary suspension?
Unit Commander
- the Unit Commander– Payroll & Benefits Administration is immediately notified of the suspension, including the first and last day of suspension
- the original TPS 901, TPS 931 and investigative brief are forwarded to the suspended member’s Staff
Superintendent/Director
- a copy of the TPS 901, TPS 931 and investigative brief are forwarded to the Unit Commander – Labour Relations
- a copy of the TPS 901 and TPS 931 are forwarded to Diversity & Inclusion, if the suspension results from a complaint involving an alleged violation of a prohibited ground under the Ontario Human Rights Code, workplace violence and/or workplace harassment
SSUPT
- ensure the documents are forwarded to PRS – Complaints Administration
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Suspension from Duty
What is the criteria for immediate suspension from duty?
- the seriousness of the misconduct
- impact upon the reputation of the Toronto Police Service (Service), and public confidence in the Service,
if the police officer is not suspended
- impact upon the integrity of the investigation
- prevention of workplace violence or workplace harassment.
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Suspension from Duty
What is the process when suspending a uniform member?
Supervisor
- notify the Duty Senior Officer
- complete a TPS 649 outlining the details of the suspension and submit to their Unit Commander
Unit Commander
ensure the following have been notified of the circumstances and are forwarded a copy of the TPS 649 from the suspending officer
- Staff Superintendent – Corporate Risk Management (CRM)
- Unit Commander – Professional Standards (PRS)
ensure the following have been notified of the suspension
- the suspended officer’s Deputy Chief of Police / Chief Administrative Officer
- the suspended officer’s Staff Superintendent / Director
When suspension is confirmed
- ensure a copy of
- the served Letter of Suspension is forwarded to the Staff Superintendent – CRM
- the Letter of Suspension is placed in the suspended officer's personnel file
- immediately notify the Unit Commander – Payroll & Benefits Administration of the suspension on a TPS 649, including the date of suspension (and return date if applicable)
When suspension is revoked by Chief
ensure a copy of the Letter of Revocation, including the date of reinstatement, is
- forwarded to the Staff Superintendent – CRM
- placed in the suspended officer’s personnel file
- immediately notify the following of the revocation of suspension on a TPS 649, including the date of the reinstatement
- the Unit Commander – Payroll & Benefits Administration
- the Information Security Officer – PSS – Information Security
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In relation to the Procedure for Uniform Suspension from Duty
Supervisor when considering to suspend a uniform member shall notify who?
Supervisor
- when considering suspending a member and in the absence of the Unit Commander consult with the Duty Senior Officer – Toronto Police Operations Centre (TPOC) (Duty Senior Officer), or other uniform senior officer
