General Principles

Rule 1. The mechanical engineer shall, in the practice of his profession, be guided by the Golden Rule, the ideals of service to man and his environment, and the need to secure unwavering public confidence in his professional competence, integrity and humanity.

Rule 2. The mechanical engineer shall maintain the proper professional fee for his profession, observe the standards of professional practice, safeguard the dignity, and reputation of his colleagues in the profession, and fulfill his duties and obligations as a citizen of the Republic of the Philippines.

Rule 3. The mechanical engineer shall update and enhance constantly his professional knowledge and skills through assiduous research and study, and participation in continuing professional development programs and seminars conducted or authorized by the integrated Organization of Mechanical Engineers accredited by the Board of Mechanical Engineering and the professional regulation commission (PRC) or education institutions supervised by the State.

Rule 4. The ethical principles required to be observed by mechanical engineers shall equally apply to partnership, firms and entities organized and existing for the practice of mechanical engineering.


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