True or False
Multiple Choice
Match the Answer
Missing Word
Impossible to Know
100
The Code of Conduct is based on the values of fairness, respect, integrity and responsibility.
True.
100
Discrimination and/or harrassment against colleagues, students or members of the public may constitute an offence under which act? a) Discrimination Act 1990 b) Anti-Discrimination Act 1970 c) Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 d) Discrimination Act 1980
c) Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 Page 11
100
Can employees take on private and secondary employment?
It is permissable to undertake paid secondary work subject to the "Private and Secondary Employment Policy". Employees must recognise their primary commitment is to the Department. Approval must be given from your manager for any secondary employment and this approval must be sought annually.
100
The ________________ you use at work are publicly funded assets. This includes your time.
resources Page 32
100
Can you write personal references?
Yes, but you cannot use departmental letterhead. Page 31
200
If I breach the Code of Conduct, the Department as my employer will take responsibility.
False. The employee is responsible for any breaches to the Code of Conduct.
200
The front cover of the Code of Conduct document has which of the following? a) photo of the minister for education; b) an enlarged departmental logo; c) random pictures of teachers and students; d) a collection of lines creating an unusual pattern
d) a collection of lines creating an unusual pattern
200
Is there a departmental dress code?
No, as a general guide, the appearance and dress of departmental employees should be appropriate to their duties and the people with whom they are dealing. You have an obligation to dress appropriately in a way that upholds the good reputation of the Department.
200
As a departmental employee, you must not use your position unfairly to ________________ your own prospects of future employment.
improve Page 29
200
What is the nominal value for gifts and benefits?
The nominal value of gifts and benefits is $50. Page 36
300
The Department has the right to view all emails I send from any account, as long as they are work related.
False. The Department can only look at emails sent using the departmental email account.
300
The first section after the Contents page is, a) Introduction b) What is the purpose of the Code of Conduct? c) Glossary of Terms d) Statement of Ethics
d) Statement of Ethics
300
What is the purpose of the Code of Conduct?
"The aim of the Code of Conduct is to establish a common understanding of the standards of behaviour expected of all employees. It represents a broad framework that will help you decide on an appropriate course of action when you are faced with an ethical issue." Page 5
300
As an individual, you have the right to participate in political and community activities and to pursue personal interests, provided any ______________ that arises is recognised and adequately managed.
conflict Page 27
300
If there has been an allegation against an employee, what key points is a decision maker required to do?
* Inform the employee of the allegations made against them; * Give the employee an opportunity to respond; * The decision maker cannot have any personal interest in the outcome. Page 9
400
(In order to receive all of the points all three questions must be answered correctly) The following situations are acceptable to receive gifts: a) a parent gives a teacher an obviously expensive gift eg. an item of jewellery; b) when parents or students give a small gift to a teacher at the end of the school year; c) a parent gives $1000 to the school, specifically requesting that the money be donated to the school library for the purchase of audio-books because her son has poor vision.
a) False b) True c) True
400
The implementation date for the Code of Conduct document was:- a) October 2009 b) January 2010 c) January 2009 d) July 2005
b) 27 January 2010.
400
Who owns the copyright of work related material that you have created in your own time?
If you develop material that relates to your employment with the Department, the copyright in that material will belong to the Department. This may apply even if the material was developed in your own time or at home. Page 33
400
The Department collects and stores a lot of confidential information. Unauthorised _______________ may cause people harm, or give an individual or agency an improper advantage. The Department's integrity and credibility may be damaged if it cannot keep information secure.
disclosures Page 26
400
Duty of Care a legal obligation that encompasses a wide range of matters including (but not limited to) ......
* provision of adequate supervision; * ensuring grounds, premises, equipment is safe; * implementing strategies to prevent bullying; * provide or seek medical assistance when required to do so. Page 13
500
(In order to receive the points all three must be correct) The following situations are acceptable to receive gifts: a) after giving a presentation at a seminar you are presented with a small gift as thanks for your time; b) a parent gives $1000 to the school for sporting equipment on condition the son is chosen in the cricket team; c) a company wanting to do business with the Department offers an employee two tickets to the VIP box at a football final.
a) True b) False c) False
500
The main legislation applying to employees is "Teaching Service Act" from what year? a) 1980 b) 1981 c) 1975 d) 1979
a) 1980
500
What does the Department expect of its employees?
In summary, * perform duties to the best of your ability; * follow reasonable instructions; * be professional, competent and conscientious and improve knowledge and skills; * be courteous and responsive with all; * work collaboratively; * be aware that any conduct damaging the Department's reputation, could lead to disciplinary action. Page 7
500
As a departmental employee, you are ______________ for any documents that you sign. Therefore, you should carefully read all documents you are asked to sign.
accountable Page 30
500
The Code of Conduct document is how many pages long?
40
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