Our standards

1 We promise, in fulfilling our professional responsibilities and the duties which we undertake, have full regard to the public interest. 

2 We promise to demonstrate a level of competence . 

3 We promise shall at all times act with integrity so as to uphold and enhance the dignity, standing and reputation of our clients and stakeholders. 

4 In undertaking work in a country other than our own we shall observe these Rules and Regulations so far as they are applicable. 

5 We shall discharge our duties with complete fidelity and probity. 

In particular we shall: 

5.1 not divulge to any person, firm or company any information of a confidential nature relating to the business activities or processes of their employer or client acquired during the course of our work; 

5.2 not, without the permission of their employer or client, render any service, with or without remuneration, which conflicts with the interests of our employer or client; 

5.3 ensure, when providing an advisory service, that the advice given is fair and unbiased; 

5.4 ensure, when undertaking any other construction related activity, that all such work is in accordance with good practice and current standards and complies with all statutory and contractual requirements; 

5.5 at no time improperly offer or accept gifts or favours which would be interpreted by the Institute as exerting an influence to obtain preferential treatment. 

6 We shall not undertake work for which we knowingly lack sufficient professional or technical competence, or the adequate resources to meet their obligations

7 When we are not competent to undertake part or all of a particular advisory service shall either decline to give advice or secure appropriate competent assistance. 

8 When providing an advisory service are required to obtain professional indemnity insurance to cover the full liability of any advisory service offered 

9 When undertaking any other construction related activity we are required to maintain insurances and indemnify their client against the risks for which insurance is commonly effected arising out of the works in respect of workmen, third parties and adjoining properties. 

10 We shall not maliciously or recklessly injure or attempt to injure, whether directly or indirectly, the professional reputation, prospects or business of others. 

11 We shall keep ourselves informed of current thinking and developments appropriate to the type and level of our responsibility. We are be able to provide evidence that they have undertaken sufficient study and personal development to fulfil their professional obligations in accordance with the current guidelines for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) as published by the Chartered Institute of Building. 

12 We shall at all times have comprehensive knowledge of, and due regard for, legislation in respect of Health, Safety and Welfare as it affects all parts of the building process, from design, construction, maintenance to demolition. We shall be responsible for ensuring that colleagues and others involved with the building process are aware of and understand their responsibilities under such legislation. In particular us:

12.1 have competence to undertake risk assessment and to ensure that the outcome from the assessment is followed through into safe systems of working; 

12.2 be committed to providing a safe, clean and tidy working environment for all concerned in the building process, and at all times to comply with legislation and best practice; 

12.3 provide and encourage all under their control to undertake training and continuing development in Health and Safety matters; 

12.4 have a Health and Safety plan for any building activity, to keep the plan current and to ensure that the plan is implemented and adhered to; 

15.5 ensure that all records are properly kept, documented and filed for easy access and inspection, and available for audit at all times;

12.6 be prepared and committed to take disciplinary action against any individual or individuals who abuse or ignore any regulations, putting themselves or any others at risk. 

13 We shall not discriminate on the grounds of gender, race or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, nationality, disability or age and shall seek to eliminate such discrimination by others to promote equal opportunities