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(ii) Education

A strong sense of good conduct and discipline is developed among new recruits and serving officers through induction courses, in-service training courses, day-to-day management practices, and reinforced through various internal orders.

(iii) Clear Guidelines and Procedures

There are clear guidelines and orders for all major aspects of the work of members of the disciplined services, such as conducting an investigation, making an arrest, taking statements and manners towards members of the public. These procedural controls are designed to prevent officers from abusing their authority in discharging their duties.

(iv) Monitoring Performance

There are well established systems for the management to monitor the performance and discipline of officers. Regular inspections and spot- checks are conducted and all officers are required to report to their supervisors immediately any misbehaviour or suspected offences coming to their notice.

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Regular Review of Work Procedures

Work procedures and organisational structure are regularly reviewed to minimise opportunities for corruption and abuse of authority. Some of these reviews are conducted jointly with the ICAC. In addition, proper checks and balances are incorporated in the work procedures where appropriate. For example, Police officers from different units are allowed to conduct raids and make arrests in other Divisions, Districts and Regions.

(vi) Turnover of Postings

Officers, especially those in sensitive posts, are normally not allowed to remain in their posts for an excessive period.