Code of Professionalism for Inspectors
OMAFRA Staff strive to demonstrate professionalism in the manner in which
they deal with the public. Inspection staff in the Raw Goat Milk Quality
Program use a code of professionalism to guide them in their daily interactions
with industry partners. Following is a brief description of the main elements
of professionalism we aim to maintain:
- Honesty and Integrity - Conducting inspections and
communication with the public in such a manner as to bring confidence
and respect for the position of public trust held by inspectors.
- Confidentiality - respecting and protecting private
information collected from individuals.
- Respect - treating businesses and the public with
respect by being courteous.
- Objectivity - performing all duties impartially and
objectively.
- Timeliness - conducting and concluding activities
within reasonable time periods.
- Knowledge and Competencies - Striving to be on the
leading edge of technology and actively seek training opportunities.
- Compliance and Risk - consider and weigh the risks
to goat milk quality and safety, as well as the producer, when conducting
inspection activities. If necessary, compliance actions can be taken
by inspectors to bring about necessary changes.
