Ethics IN PRIVATE SECURITY Principles of LPSCS

What are Ethics? A set of rules and standards that govern individual conduct. They also establish right and wrong, and good and bad. Brainstorm as a class to determine a student-based definition. How does their definition differ from an “official” definition?

Workplace Ethics What are an employer’s professional needs? Prevention Loss Damage Protection People Property

Workplace Ethics (continued) Prevention Employer’s Property Perimeter of the property Shoplifting Vandalism of property Burglaries

Workplace Ethics (continued) Protection Employer’s Property Safe and secure environment Employer’s Confidential Information Specific People Celebrities Children

Workplace Ethics (continued) Good rapport Rules or standards governing a profession “Work ethic” No abuse of sick leave Arriving early (allowing time for unforeseen circumstances)

Workplace Ethics (continued) Certifications/Licenses Security Officers Security Officers carrying handguns Follow State Guidelines http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/psb/

Legal Ethics Powers Be familiar with state and federal laws Security Officer ≠ Police Officer Recognize Constitutional Rights of Citizens Illegal actions by security officers can result in criminal and civil actions against the officer

Legal Ethics (continued) Duties Enforce all lawful rules and regulations Encourage liaison with police officers

Personal Ethics Definition Specific moral choices (I will or I will not) Formed from cultures, families, communities, religious entities, and morals Examples Lying, cheating, stealing, tardiness, vulgarity, being inconsiderate, etc.

Personal Ethics (continued) Exemplary Conduct At work Outside of work

Personal Ethics (continued) Professional Competence Keep license/certifications/commissions current Attend professional development seminars Join professional security associations http://www.nciss.org http://www.asisonline.org/ http://www.nasco.org/

Personal Ethics (continued) Expectations Follow all state and federal laws At work Outside of work Follow the Code of Ethics http://www.asisonline.org/guidelines/guidelines.htm http://www.nciss.org/about-us/nciss-code-of-ethics.php http://www.nciss.org/about-us/nciss-objectives.php

Ethical Goals Integrity Values Morals Trustworthiness Responsibility Respect Fairness

Ethical Goals (continued) Integrity Moral soundness, honesty, and freedom from corrupting influence or motives

Ethical Goals (continued) Values Beliefs of a person or social group in which they have an emotional investment (either for or against something)

Ethical Goals (continued) Morals Concern with the judgment of right or wrong, human action, and character

Ethical Goals (continued) Trustworthiness Honesty: prohibits stealing, cheating, fraud, or trickery to get something Loyalty: moral responsibility to promote and protect the interests of an organization Integrity: treating beliefs about right and wrong as groundrules for behavior Trustworthiness— Be honest Don’t deceive, cheat or steal Be reliable—do what you say you’ll do Have the courage to do the right thing Build a good reputation Be loyal—stand by your family, friends and country

Ethical Goals (continued) Responsibility Accountability: accept responsibility for decisions; don’t blame others or take credit for work you didn’t do Self-Restraint: willingness to take long-term interests into account Pursuit of Excellence: diligence, perseverance, good work habits, and commitment to quality Responsibility— Do what you are supposed to do Persevere: keep on trying! Always do your best Use self-control Be self-disciplined Think before you act—consider the consequences Be accountable for your choices

Ethical Goals (continued) Respect Courtesy: treating others with consideration Tolerance and Acceptance: acknowledging others’ beliefs and differences Respect— Treat others with respect and follow the Golden Rule Be tolerant of differences Use good manners, not bad language Be considerate of the feelings of others Don’t threaten, hit or hurt anyone Deal peacefully with anger, insults and disagreements

Ethical Goals (continued) Fairness Following procedures Impartial treatment Objective discipline Equal treatment of each person Fairness— Play by the rules Take turns and share Be open-minded and listen to others Don’t take advantage of others Don’t blame others carelessly

What is a dilemma? Any difficult or perplexing situation or problem

What is an ethical dilemma? Any difficult or perplexing situation or problem of an ethical nature Which is the right choice to make? An ethical dilemma involves a decision-making opportunity in which there seems like there is no right choice to make.

Workplace Behaviors Conduct Laws Regulations Policies

Workplace Behaviors (continued) Conduct Personal behavior The way someone acts

Workplace Behaviors (continued) Laws Authority-established principles and regulations Established by community authorities Applicable to its people Legislation or custom Recognized and enforced by judicial decision

Workplace Behaviors (continued) Regulations Law, rule, or other order prescribed by an authority Prescribed to regulate conduct

Workplace Behaviors (continued) Policies A definite course of action adopted by an entity Promotes expediency A guiding principle for those associated with the entity