22VAC40-675-190.  Intent and scope of the standards of conduct.

Part VII. Standards of Conduct

22VAC40-675-190. Intent and scope of the standards of conduct.

A. The intent of the standards of conduct is to protect the well-being of employees, ensure safe and efficient operations, and establish a fair and objective process for correcting unacceptable conduct.

B. Standards of conduct shall be limited to employee conduct occurring at work or when otherwise representing the local department in a work-related capacity, unless otherwise specified in department policies and procedures.

Statutory Authority

§§ 63.2-217 and 63.2-219 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 20, Issue 8, eff. February 1, 2004; amended, Virginia Register Volume 40, Issue 3, eff. October 26, 2023.

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