OBSERVE ETHICAL PRACTICES

Elements Element 1. Protect the interests of clients Element 2. Ensure correct representation Element 3. Maintain good work practices

Introduction to Observe Ethical Practice Ethics is concerned with behaviours or conducts that are perceived to be right or wrong or acceptable or unacceptable.

Safeguard the integrity of other’s information Safeguard the Integrity and Security of Other’s Information as Required by Privacy Legislation and Company Policy/Safeguard and Articulate Potential Conflicts of Interest as Quickly as Possible to the Relevant Parties

Safeguard the integrity of other’s information (Cont.) Security procedures that may be implemented to safeguard information may include: not sharing passwords protecting confidential information by not leaving it visible to others preventing unauthorized persons from accessing confidential information not discussing confidential information with unauthorized individuals, even colleagues storing information in secure cabinets or safes to protect against damage andunauthorized access

Maintain Clients interest and confidentiality Proprietary Rights These are the rights that go with ownership of data or real property. This may include financial information, intellectual property such as designs, concepts,

In addition to established organizational policies, there are legislations and standards that seek to protect the integrity and confidentiality of stakeholders’ rights and information; these include: Confidentiality act copyright laws intellectual property rights data protection act privacy act trade practices legislation

ELEMENT 2 ENSURE CORRECT REPRESENTATION If a particular job requires specific skills that you do not possess, you can simply enroll incourses or programmes at credible institutions and obtain these skills. Remember thatonce you are enrolled in these courses you can include them on your resume.

Continued Present Estimates for Work in a Realistic Manner, Considering the Stages of Work, Budget Constraints, and Ability to Influence Project Stages

Continued You should include the following in your estimates: overall price or cost breakdown, detailing when components of the price schedules, explaining in details of when the work will be completed and the products that have already been delivered terms and conditions duration or time period for which the estimates are valid Payment terms or schedule

ELEMENT 3 MAINTAIN GOOD WORK PRACTICE Protect and Promote Work Practices and the Health and Safety of Self andOthers/Update and Upgrade Professional Skills and Knowledge

Element 3 Cont. Employees are expected to comply with these guidelines and procedures that relate to workplace hazards and risks that may affect them in one way or another. They are expected to behave in a manner that ensures the health, safety, and security of themselves and their colleagues

Treat Colleagues and Employees Equitably and Professionally Employees will contribute more to an organization if they believe they will obtain additional outcome. Outcomes may include: Pay fringe benefits  job satisfaction status opportunities for advancement job security

In closing Remember that honesty is the best policy and so you should never misrepresent a product or service to your clients, colleagues, and employees;