Ethics

Engineers uphold and advance the integrity, honor and dignity of the engineering profession by:

using their knowledge for the enhancement of human welfare
being honest and impartial, and serving with fidelity the public, their employers and client;
striving to increase the competence and prestige of the engineering profession; and
supporting the professional and technical societies of their disciplines.

1. Engineers shall hold paramount the safety, health and welfare of the public in the performance of their professional duties.

2. Engineers shall perform services only in the areas of their competence.

3. Engineers shall issue public statements only in an objective and truthful manner.

4. Engineers shall act in professional matters for each employer or client as faithful agents or trustees, and shall avoid conflicts of interest.

5. Engineers shall build professional reputations on the merit of their services and shall not compete unfairly with others.

6, Engineers shall associate only with reputable persons or organizations.

7. Engineers shall continue their professional development throughout their careers and shall provide opportunities for the professional development of those engineers under their supervision.