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ASQC CODE OF ETHICS
Each member of the Society, to uphold and advance the honor
and dignity of the profession, and in keeping with high standards
of ethical conduct:
Fundamental Principles
I. Will be honest and impartial, and serve with devotion his
employer, his clients and the public.
II. Will strive to increase the competence and prestige of
the profession.
III. Will use his knowledge and skill for the advancement
of human welfare, and in promoting the safety and reliability
of products for public use.
IV. Will earnestly endeavor to aid the work of the Society.
Relations With the Public
1.1 Each Society member will do whatever he can to promote
the reliability and safety of all products that come within
his jurisdiction.
1.2 He will endeavor to extend public knowledge of the work
of the Society and its members that relates to the public
welfare.
1.3 He will be dignified and modest in explaining his work
and merit.
1.4 He will preface any public statements that he may issue
by clearly indicating on whose behalf they are made.
Relations With Employers and Clients
2.1 Each Society member will act in professional matters as
a faithful agent or trustee for each employer or client.
2.2 He will inform each client or employer of any business
connections, interests or affiliations which might influence
his judgment or impair the equitable character of his services.
2.3 He will indicate to his employer or client the adverse
consequences to be expected if his professional judgment is
overruled.
2.4 He will not disclose information concerning the business
affairs or technical processes of any present or former employer
or client without his consent.
2.5 He will not accept compensation from more than one party
for the same service without the consent of all parties. If
employed, he will engage in supplementary employment of consulting
practice only with the consent of his employer.
Relations With Peers
3. 1 Each member of the Society will take care that credit
for the work of others is given to those to whom it is due.
3.2 He will endeavor to aid the professional development and
advancement of those in his employ or under his supervision.
3.3 He will not compete unfairly with others. He will extend
his friendship and confidence to all associates and those
with whom he has business relations.
