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Code of Ethics

The Code of Ethics for civil engineers emphasizes the importance of integrity, public welfare, and professional development. It outlines fundamental principles such as honesty, competence, and support for professional societies, along with canons that prioritize public safety, objective communication, and avoidance of conflicts of interest. Civil engineers are encouraged to enhance their profession's reputation and ensure sustainable practices in their work.

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Code of Ethics

The Code of Ethics for civil engineers emphasizes the importance of integrity, public welfare, and professional development. It outlines fundamental principles such as honesty, competence, and support for professional societies, along with canons that prioritize public safety, objective communication, and avoidance of conflicts of interest. Civil engineers are encouraged to enhance their profession's reputation and ensure sustainable practices in their work.

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CODE OF ETHICS

FUNDAMENTAL PRINCIPLES

Civil engineers uphold and advance the integrity, honor and dignity of the civil
engineering profession by:

1. using their knowledge and skill for the enhancement of human welfare and the
environment;
2. being honest and impartial and serving with fidelity the public, their
employers/employees and clients;
3. striving to increase the competence and prestige of the civil engineering
profession; and
4. supporting the professional and technical societies of their disciplines.

FUNDAMENTAL CANONS

1. Civil Engineers shall hold paramount the safety, health and welfare of the public
and shall strive to comply with the principles of sustainable development in the
performance of their duties.
2. Civil Engineers shall perform services only in areas of their competence.
3. Civil Engineers shall issue public statements only in an objective and truthful
manner.
4. Civil Engineers shall act in professional matters for each employer or client as
faithful agents or trustees, and shall avoid conflicts of interest.
5. Civil Engineers shall build their professional reputation on the merit of their
services and shall not compete unfairly with others.
6. Civil Engineers shall act in such a manner as to uphold and enhance the honor,
integrity, and dignity of the civil engineering profession.
7. Civil Engineers shall continue their professional development throughout their
careers, and shall provide opportunities for the professional development of
those civil engineers under their supervision.

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