1. Academy-certified dispatchers should endeavor
to put the needs of the public above their own.
2. Academy-certified dispatchers should continually
seek to maintain and improve their professional
knowledge, skills, and competence and should
seek continuing education whenever available.
3. Academy-certified dispatchers should obey all
laws and regulations and should avoid any
conduct or activity which would cause unjust
harm to the citizens they serve.
4. Academy-certified dispatchers should be diligent
and caring in the performance of their
occupational duties.
5. Academy-certified dispatchers should establish
and maintain honorable relationships with their
public safety peers and with all those who rely on
their professional skill and judgment.
6. Academy-certified dispatchers should assist in
improving the public understanding of
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7. Academy-certified dispatchers should assist in
the operation of and enhance the performance
of their dispatch systems.
8. Academy-certified dispatchers should seek
to maintain the highest standard of personal
practice and also maintain the integrity of the
National Academies of Emergency Dispatch by
exemplifying this professional Code of Ethics.
