09 March 2011

Relations with Colleagues and Associates

Rule 21. “To thine own self be true and thou cannot be false to any men” expresses the duty which a mechanical engineer owes to himself and to others.

Rule 22. The mechanical engineer shall use only fair means to gain professional advancement. In the pursuit thereof, he shall not injure the work or employment opportunities of others, or use any improper or questionable method of soliciting employment or clients.

Rule 23. He shall refrain from associating with, or allowing the use of his name by, and any person or entity of questionable reputation.

Rule 24. He shall provide the opportunity and the means to improve and advance the knowledge, skills, and experience of his colleagues and associates.

Rule 25. He shall define clearly the line of authority and scope of responsibility of his associates and assistants. Orders, or the recall thereof, shall be issued through proper channels.

Rule 26. He shall be receptive to new ideas and suggestions from other, and ready to recognize, encourage, and accredit the authors thereof. Suggestions for colleagues and associates shall be given more careful attention.

Rule 27. He shall use tact and discretion in dealing with his colleagues and associates, but not at the sacrifice of firmness. He shall work out difficult problem with courage and serenity.

Rule 28. Careful selection of understudies shall be a guiding principle, and preference shall be given to those with adequate engineering education.

Rule 29. He shall not expect other to face danger that he himself will not face. He shall observe at al times safety requirements for the protection of all concerned.

Rule 30. The mechanical engineer shall actively support the duly accredited association with the end in view of enhancing the practice of the profession and discharging his public responsibilities as a professional.

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