Code of Ethics for Geologist

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CODE OF ETHICS OF GEOLOGIST IN THE PHILIPPINES 1. AVOID SENSATIONALISM Section 1. A Geologist shall avoid and discourage sensational, exaggerated and unwarranted statements. When called upon to give evidence or otherwise to speak on matters of fact, a Geologist shall state only what he knows to be the facts. 5. AVOID ADVERTISING YOURSELF Section 6. A Geologist may publish simple business, professional or announcement cards but shall not include therein, or advertise separately his work or accomplishments 2. AVOID CONFLICT OF INTEREST Section 2. A Geologist, who finds that his obligations to his employer are in conflict with his professional obligations or ethics, shall immediately give to his employer written notice to terminate his employment, unless the conflict is resolved. 3. DISCLOSURE OF BENIFICIAL INTEREST Section 3. A Geologist, having or expecting to have any beneficial interest in a property which he reports on, must state in his report the existence of such interest or expected interest. 4. AVOID SUBJECTIVE OPINION OF FELLOW GEOLOGIST Section 5. A Geologist shall not express any professional opinion, which reflects on the ability or integrity of any person or organization, unless his responsibility to the profession and the community requires him to do so. 6. NO FALSITY OF INFORMATION Section 7. A Geologist shall not issue any false statement or false information. 7. AVOID USE OF CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION Section 4. A Geologist shall not use, directly or indirectly, any confidential information derived from his employer or client. 8. AVOID CONFLICT OF INTEREST Section 5. A Geologist shall not accept, without his client's written consent, engagement by another, whenever the interests of the latter shall in any manner conflict
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