CODE OF ETHICS

What is code of ethics?

Rules of practice

What is code of ethics?

Ethical judgment

Code of ethics

Roles and responsibilities

Ethical decision making

Broad Principles
Ethics : Study related with moral duty and obligations. Principles of decision-making in dynamics manner and responsive to the situation. Basically based on:
prinsiples of truth, honesty and trusworthiness
Respect for human life and welfare Openess,competence and accountability

Engineering and Engineers

Learned profession. Expected to exhibit high standards of honesty and integrity. Has vital impact on the quality of life of the society. Services provided require honesty, fairness and honesty and dedicated for protection of the public safety and welfare. Required to perform under standard of professional

behaviour and adhere to the principle of ethical conduct.

Engineers in fulfilling their professional duties

Safety, health , and welfare of the public.

Emphasize on professional development.

Services performed in areas of competence.

Fundamental Canon
Honour the profession. True statements

No deceptive acts.

RULE OF PRACTICE
ENGINEERS SHOULD:

Hold paramount the safety, health, and welfare

II Perform services only in areas of competence III Public statement only in an objective and truthful manner 3

IV Strive to serve the public interest

3 V Avoid all conduct or practice that deceives the public

Hold paramount the safety, health, and welfare

Engineers shall:

Only approve documents with applicable

standard Report any violation of code of ethic to the relevant authorities Notify higher authority if judgement is overruled

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Engineers shall not: Reveal confidential facts, data or information Engaged with fraudulent or dishonest enterprise Aid person or firm performing unlawful practice

Perform services only in areas of competence

Engineers shall: Only take on assignment when qualified for the specified field involved

Only take responsibilities on the assignment/projects

given by a qualified engineers Engineers shall not affix signature on matters they lack in competence/ not under their control

Public statement only in an objective and truthful manner

Engineers shall: Be objectives and truthful in any reports given May express publicly technical opinion if

competent in the related matter

Shall not issue any disagreement related to the engineering field that is inspired or paid

Strive to serve the public interest

Work for the advancement and well- being of
community

Should not approve any documents that does not

meet engineering standard Endeavour to extend public knowledge and appreciation of engineering and its achievements

Avoid all conduct or practice that deceives the public Avoid misrepresentation of facts May advertise for recruitment of personnel May prepare an original and quality articles for technical press

Shall Not Disclose Without Consent

Confidential information concerning:

Business affairs Technical processes of any present Former client or employer

Public body on which they serve

Engineers Shall not

Promote/arrange for new employment or practice Participate in or represent adversary interest

In connection with a specific project or proceeding which the engineer has gained particular specialized knowledge

Shall not attempt to obtain employment or advancement or professional engagements by untruthfully criticizing other engineers or by other improper questionable methods. Request, propose or accept a commission Accept part time engineering work only to the extend consistent with policies Without consent shall not carry on outside private practice using office facilities

Engineers shall not

Attempt to injure, maliciously or falsely, directly or indirectly to: The professional reputation, prospect, practice or employment of other engineers.

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Engineers who believe others are guilty of unethical or illegal practice shall present such information to the proper authority for action. Shall not review the work of another engineer unless the work with specific engineer has been terminated Engineers in government, industrial or educational employment are allowed to review the work of others when so required Engineers in sales or industrial employment are entitle to make engineering comparison of a product with represented product of other suppliers

Responsibility
Engineers shall accept personal responsibility for their professional activities,
Shall conform with state registration laws in the practice of
Engineering

Shall not use association with a non-engineer, a

corporation, or partnership as a cover for unethical acts

 Engineers shall give credit for engineering work to those to whom credit is due, and will recognise the proprietary interests of others. Whenever possible, name the person who are responsible for designs, inventions, writings, or other accomplishments. Recognise the designs remain the property of the client and may not be duplicated by other engineers without permission

 Should enter into a positive agreement regarding ownership before undertaking work for others which may be in Connection The employer should underwrite any information for any other Propose Engineers shall continue their professional development throughout their careers and should keep current in their specialty fields by engaging in: professional practice, Participating in continuing education courses, Reading in the technical literature, and Attending professional meetings and seminars