Architects' Code of Conduct
The Architects' Code of Conduct was approved in 2012. A breach of the Code by a registered person or business may be considered unprofessional conduct. The Code sets out the standards of professional conduct and practice expected of registered architects and architectural businesses.
The Code of Conduct details 12 Standards architects are expected to meet:
Standard 1 - Be honest and act with integrity
Standard 2 - Be Competent
Standard 3 - Promote services honestly and responsibly
Standard 4 - Manage business competently
Standard 5 - Consider the wider impact of work
Standard 6 - Carry out work faithfully and conscientiously
Standard 7 - Be trustworthy and look after clients' money properly
Standard 8 - Have appropriate insurance arrangements
Standard 9 - Maintain the reputation of the architecture profession
Standard 10 - Deal with disputes or complaints appropriately
Standard 11 - Co-operate with regulatory requirements and investigations
Standard 12 - Have respect for others