OPS Code of Ethics

OPS Members Shall:

• put loyalty to the highest moral principles and to country above other loyalties.
  
• continually strive to increase respect, confidence, trust, and recognition of the profession in both the public and private sectors.
  
• demonstrate a personal commitment to professionalism and diligence in the performance of his/her duties.
  
• not engage in any illegal or unethical conduct, or any activity which would constitute a conflict of interest.
  
• exhibit the highest level of integrity in the performance of all professional assignments and exhibit the highest levels of professional competence.
  
• not reveal or use information received in confidence during a professional assignment without proper authorization.
  
• report all information obtained during the course of an assignment accurately and completely.
  
• continually strive to increase the professional competence and effectiveness of those serving under his/her direction.
  
• refrain from gratuitously making adverse comments about the work, knowledge, fitness, or other qualifying aspect of another OPS member.
  
• promote and encourage full compliance with these standards within the entire profession.

Page Last Updated On April 17, 2006