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Code of Conduct and Guidance Notes PDF

This document contains the Code of Conduct and Guidance Notes for The Institution of Structural Engineers. The Code of Conduct outlines 8 standards that members shall uphold, including acting with integrity and fairness, having regard for public interest, and avoiding conflicts of interest. The Guidance Notes provide 3 examples of conduct that may breach the Code and additional guidance on general conduct, terms of reference for assignments, and the role of checking and appraisal/review engineers.

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Code of Conduct and Guidance Notes PDF

This document contains the Code of Conduct and Guidance Notes for The Institution of Structural Engineers. The Code of Conduct outlines 8 standards that members shall uphold, including acting with integrity and fairness, having regard for public interest, and avoiding conflicts of interest. The Guidance Notes provide 3 examples of conduct that may breach the Code and additional guidance on general conduct, terms of reference for assignments, and the role of checking and appraisal/review engineers.

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