Values, Legitimacy and Ethics

Question 1

What are the 9 policing principles outlines by Sir Robert Peel?

Answer 1

1. Prevent crime and disorder
2. Public approval of policing actions
3. Secure and maintain the respect from the public
4. co-operating with the public diminishes the use of force
5. Demonstrate impartiality
6. Only use physical force when necessary
7. The police are the public and the public are the police
8. Do not abuse use of power
9. Efficiency of the police is evident in the absence of crime and disorder

Question 2

What are the 10 standards of professional behaviour outlined in the Code of Ethics?

Answer 2

1. Honesty and integrity
2. Authority, respect and courtesy
3. Equality and Diversity
4. Use of Force
5. Orders and Instructions
6. Duties and Responsibilities
7. Confidentiality
8. Fitness for Duty
9. Discreditable Conduct
10. Challenging and Reporting Improper Conduct

Question 3

What are the 9 policing principles?

Answer 3

Accountability, fairness, honesty, integrity, leadership, objectivity, openness, respect and selflessness

Question 4

What are the stages of the National Decision Making Model?

Answer 4

1. Gather intelligence
2. Assess threat and risk
3. Consider powers and policy
4. Identify your options
5. Take action and review what happened

The code of ethics is central to the NDM