Ohio Corrections Academy Test {LATEST
2026 -2027 update} QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 100% CORRECT
What are the general standards set forth in corrections officer code of ethics and
conduct? (4) - correct answer 1. Emphasize the value of public service.
2. Outline expectations for treating inmates and fostering professionalism.
3. Require that corrections officers respect the civil and legal rights of all people, and
refrain from any form of discrimination.
4. Prohibit corrections officers from using their position for personal gain, and
accepting gifts or favors that might imply there is a corresponding obligation that is
inconsistent with professional duties.
What are the external influences on behavior? (6) - correct answer 1. Relationships
with friends and family.
2. Local Citizens.
,3. Local media.
4. Department regulations.
5. Interdepartmental politics.
6. Agency subculture.
What are the internal influences on behavior? (5) - correct answer 1. Officer's own
ethical and moral beliefs and values.
2. Anger.
3. Greed.
4. Lust.
5. Internal rationalizations made prior to or after misconduct.
What are the steps in the decision making model and the application of PLUS filters?
(6) - correct answer Step 1: Define the problem, being aware that how you define the
problem determines where and how you will look for solutions.
,Step 2: Identify alternative solutions available to address the problem- at a minimum
three, and ideally, more than five.
Step 3: Evaluate the identified alternatives- list the pros and cons of each; differentiate
between known facts and personal beliefs about the situation.
Step 4: Make the decision.
Step 5: Implement the decision.
Step 6: Evaluate the decision.
Define the PLUS filters. - correct answer P= Policies
L= Legal
U= Universal
S= Self
What steps should the PLUS filters be applied to when using the decision making
model? (3) - correct answer Step 1: Define the problem.
, Step 3: Evaluate alternative solutions.
Step 6: Evaluate the decision.
What are the essential questions answered in a report? (6) - correct answer 1. Who
2. What
3. When
4. How
5. Where
6. Why
What are the duties of the first responder to a sexual assault incident? (3) - correct
answer 1. Separate the victim and abuser.
2. Preserve and protect any crime scene until appropriate steps can be taken to collect
any evidence.
2026 -2027 update} QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 100% CORRECT
What are the general standards set forth in corrections officer code of ethics and
conduct? (4) - correct answer 1. Emphasize the value of public service.
2. Outline expectations for treating inmates and fostering professionalism.
3. Require that corrections officers respect the civil and legal rights of all people, and
refrain from any form of discrimination.
4. Prohibit corrections officers from using their position for personal gain, and
accepting gifts or favors that might imply there is a corresponding obligation that is
inconsistent with professional duties.
What are the external influences on behavior? (6) - correct answer 1. Relationships
with friends and family.
2. Local Citizens.
,3. Local media.
4. Department regulations.
5. Interdepartmental politics.
6. Agency subculture.
What are the internal influences on behavior? (5) - correct answer 1. Officer's own
ethical and moral beliefs and values.
2. Anger.
3. Greed.
4. Lust.
5. Internal rationalizations made prior to or after misconduct.
What are the steps in the decision making model and the application of PLUS filters?
(6) - correct answer Step 1: Define the problem, being aware that how you define the
problem determines where and how you will look for solutions.
,Step 2: Identify alternative solutions available to address the problem- at a minimum
three, and ideally, more than five.
Step 3: Evaluate the identified alternatives- list the pros and cons of each; differentiate
between known facts and personal beliefs about the situation.
Step 4: Make the decision.
Step 5: Implement the decision.
Step 6: Evaluate the decision.
Define the PLUS filters. - correct answer P= Policies
L= Legal
U= Universal
S= Self
What steps should the PLUS filters be applied to when using the decision making
model? (3) - correct answer Step 1: Define the problem.
, Step 3: Evaluate alternative solutions.
Step 6: Evaluate the decision.
What are the essential questions answered in a report? (6) - correct answer 1. Who
2. What
3. When
4. How
5. Where
6. Why
What are the duties of the first responder to a sexual assault incident? (3) - correct
answer 1. Separate the victim and abuser.
2. Preserve and protect any crime scene until appropriate steps can be taken to collect
any evidence.
