CODE OF ETHICS At Computers Inc., our brand and reputation are affected by what our employees do every day. To us, ethical behavior is more than just a statement on a piece of paper. Computers, Inc. expects its staff to be scrupulously impartial and honest in all affairs relating to our company and their job within it. Our organization operates in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations, thereby demonstrating a commitment to responsibility. This code and commitment are based on the principles of trust, integrity, innovation, simplicity and agility, which are at the heart of all our transactions and drive the work we do, for the benefit of all our people and clientele. By putting our commitment in writing, we set clear standards of behavior for every employee in our organization and clearly define the practices our company will adhere to in day-to-day operations. Therefore, this policy outlines the responsibilities of staff members working for Computers, Inc., as well as those of the organization to the employee and/or clients. All staff bear a responsibility, as employees, to act as ambassadors for the company in terms of their general conduct, both within and outside the organization. The responsibility of ensuring this policy is well communicated, understood and applied fairly throughout our organization has been assigned to our management teams. They play a specific role in setting an example for the employees and clientele of Computers Inc. Although
At Company X, it is our upmost desire to comply with rules and laws pertaining to our business, and to hold our values at a spectacular level. Our company values include responsibility, equality, honesty, confidentiality, respect, and integrity. These values are the building block of our company, and should be followed by all employees, management, and any persons associated with our business. By adhering to the code of conduct, our work environment will be comfortable and reliable, and will help avoid unethical behavior.
We, the employees of Company X, at all levels, recognize and accept a personal obligation to our organization and profession, its stakeholders, and the communities we serve. We hereby commit ourselves to the highest ethical and professional conduct and agree to follow all codes of ethics and conduct as well as all local, state and federal ordinances and laws. The purpose of this document is to establish a basic code of ethics that apply to all Company X employees at all levels including any temporary, seasonal, or contract employees.
Behaviors that are aligned with the standards set by Company X include loyalty to clients, respecting all co-workers and clients, and integrity to do what is right on a daily basis. By demonstrating these behaviors, each and every day Company X will be able to provide high quality service due to the positive actions of our associates. Any conduct that is deemed inappropriate or detrimental to Company X will be addressed on a case by case basis by the associate’s immediate
can discuss how to apologize for the misinformation and inform the client, the behaviour manager, including the EAP company of my actual qualifications. According to Marvin Simner (2009) in the province of British Columbia a person would have to have completed a doctorate level of education in order to be called a doctor (psychologist). Also, the BCACC standards for promotion and advertising (2014) states the RCC should make an “effort to correct inaccurate statements made by others about themselves” (p. 2). If I do not, I would be falsifying my credentials and mislead everyone. As well, the BCACC code of ethics (2014) requires an RCC to “commit to truthfulness and accuracy in communications” (p. 7). In order for me to build trust with my
As a Director of Human Resources for a public organization, in writing a comprehensive Code of Ethics, I would define the following key areas regarding expected standard of employee behavior as especially important; 1. A code of conduct regarding sexual harassment, discrimination and equal opportunity, 2. Confidentiality and privacy, 3. Workplace health and safety, and 4. Drug free work environment.
Clinton and Ohlschlager define a code ethics as: “a systematic statement of ethical standards that represent the moral convictions and guide the practice behavior of a group…” (2002 p.245). The AACC Code of Ethics exists to provide counselors with a set of ethical guidelines to for ethical conduct in a field that can be perilous and dangerous to navigate. The two ethical questions raised in situation one are consultation and disclosure.
Company X believes in upholding and maintaining the highest level of ethical behaviors and complying with all federal, state and local laws. This Ethical Program Policy is to clarify and ensure consistency of all standards of Company X. All employees are important contributors to the success of our company. We expect all of our employees to adhere to the Ethics Program as outlined in the employee handbook and in this policy.
The purpose of this paper is to discuss and call the attention to the fact that there are genera differences and similarities in the Code of Ethics of the American Counseling Association (ACA) and the Code of Ethics of the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC). In addition, discuss due diligence the counselor has to the client, the focus will be on sexual intimacy, fees and records. There will also be a contrast of the three aspects as well. Counselors have an ethical responsibility to the clients when it come sexual intimacy, fees, and records. The goal is to shed some light on the differences. The outcome is to make sure that all
First adopted in 1914, the code of ethics for the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) is the model for professional conduct for all ASCE members. The code of ethics is an excellent model as it is broken down into eight canons for further understanding. The purpose of each canon is to serve as a guide and reminder for professional engineers that they are to have the moral and ethical integrity the profession calls for at all times while holding safety paramount. The ASCE code of ethics is very informative and insightful because although each canon does not go into great depth, the canons leave room for interpretation under different situations.
D) Relevant ethical codes that can be applied to the articles (please be sure which code of ethics you are citing) and how you would apply such code(s).
The Ethics Code is intended to support us in differentiating between suitable and deplorable behavior in regards to all individuals. When working with adolescents and children, the guidelines become a little more ambiguous. Adolescents require consent from a legal guardian in most cases to seek treatment, but confidentiality permits some information discussed from being released to the parent that requested the treatment. When working with youth the primary focus can include not only the ethical decision, but the legal and moral decisions, as well.
The code of ethics and conduct is a written set of rules and regulations that provides guidance to employees of an organization on how to conduct themselves and carry out their duties in line with the organization’s principles. The code of ethics and conduct is also be backed up by suitable disciplinary actions. A code of ethics and conducts helps employees deal with ethical issues and other gray areas that they face as they execute their daily activities. An effective code of ethics and conduct is required for an organization to run smoothly and maintain a positive image. Having an ineffective code of ethics and conduct is almost like having none.
He has gained a lot of experience throughout his career thus far, and is looking forward to expanding his knowledge in the future. Dr. Lind believes that there are many ethical issues that involved in anthropology and the entire Code of Ethics is of importance. However, he believes it is key for practicing Anthropologist’s to understand not only their own Code of Ethics but any Code of Ethics that may be relevant in their currently work place. In addition, he placed a lot of emphasis of informed consent and not harming your subjects during research studies.
"Our results indicate that the informal methods ("manager sets an example" or "social norms of the organization") are likely to yield greater commitment with respect to both employee attitudes than formal methods ("training courses on the subject of ethics") (Adam, et al, 2004).
The formal definition of ethics is as follows, moral principles that govern a person’s behaviour or the conducting of an activity or alternatively the branch of knowledge that deals with moral principles. (Ethics definition: dictionary.com, 2014)