The Bsc Code of Conduct
THE BRITISH COMPUTER SOCIETY
TRUSTEE BOARD REGULATIONS - SCHEDULE 3
CODE OF CONDUCT FOR BCS MEMBERS
Introduction
This Code sets out the professional standards required by the Society as a condition of membership. It applies to members of all grades, including Students, and Affiliates, and also non-members who offer their expertise as part of the Society’s Professional Advice Service.
Within this document, the term “relevant authority” is used to identify the person or organisation which has authority over your activity as an individual. If you are a practising professional, this is normally an employer or client. If you are a student, this is normally an academic institution.
The Code governs your personal conduct as an individual member of the BCS and not the nature of business or ethics of the relevant authority. It will, therefore, be a matter of your exercising your personal judgement in meeting the Code’s requirements.
Any breach of the Code of Conduct brought to the attention of the Society will be considered under the Society’s Disciplinary procedures. You should also ensure that you notify the Society of any significant violation of this Code by another BCS member.
The Public Interest
1 In your professional role you shall have regard for the public health, safety and environment.
This is a general responsibility, which may be governed by legislation, convention or protocol.
If in doubt over the appropriate course of action to take in particular circumstances, you should seek the counsel of a peer or colleague.
2 You shall have regard to the legitimate rights of third parties.
The term ‘Third Party’ includes professional colleagues, or possibly competitors, or members of ‘the public’ who might be affected by an IT System without their being directly aware of its existence.
3 You shall ensure that within your professional field/s you have knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, regulations and standards, and that you comply
TRUSTEE BOARD REGULATIONS - SCHEDULE 3
CODE OF CONDUCT FOR BCS MEMBERS
Introduction
This Code sets out the professional standards required by the Society as a condition of membership. It applies to members of all grades, including Students, and Affiliates, and also non-members who offer their expertise as part of the Society’s Professional Advice Service.
Within this document, the term “relevant authority” is used to identify the person or organisation which has authority over your activity as an individual. If you are a practising professional, this is normally an employer or client. If you are a student, this is normally an academic institution.
The Code governs your personal conduct as an individual member of the BCS and not the nature of business or ethics of the relevant authority. It will, therefore, be a matter of your exercising your personal judgement in meeting the Code’s requirements.
Any breach of the Code of Conduct brought to the attention of the Society will be considered under the Society’s Disciplinary procedures. You should also ensure that you notify the Society of any significant violation of this Code by another BCS member.
The Public Interest
1 In your professional role you shall have regard for the public health, safety and environment.
This is a general responsibility, which may be governed by legislation, convention or protocol.
If in doubt over the appropriate course of action to take in particular circumstances, you should seek the counsel of a peer or colleague.
2 You shall have regard to the legitimate rights of third parties.
The term ‘Third Party’ includes professional colleagues, or possibly competitors, or members of ‘the public’ who might be affected by an IT System without their being directly aware of its existence.
3 You shall ensure that within your professional field/s you have knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, regulations and standards, and that you comply