Conformity Assessment Society members' Code of Conduct

As members of the Conformity Assessment Society (CAS), we are part of a professional community committed to competence, integrity, and global trust in conformity assessment. To uphold these values, all members we declare to adhere to the following Code of Conduct:

1. Professional Integrity

• Conduct all activities with honesty, transparency, and accountability.
• Avoid conflicts of interest and disclose any potential or perceived conflicts in a timely manner.
• Refrain from any form of deception, misrepresentation, or unethical behavior in professional dealings.
   

2. Competence and Diligence

• Maintain and improve technical knowledge, skills, and qualifications relevant to one’s field of expertise. 
• Deliver services with due care, accuracy, and within the scope of one’s competence.
• Support the development and dissemination of best practices within the conformity assessment community.
   

3. Confidentiality

• Respect the confidentiality of proprietary, personal, or sensitive information obtained through professional activities.
• Use such information only for its intended purpose and never for personal or competitive advantage.
   

4. Impartiality and Fairness

• Act impartially and objectively in all assessments, evaluations, and professional judgments. 
• Avoid favoritism, discrimination, or bias based on nationality, gender, ethnicity, beliefs, or affiliations.
   

5. Compliance with Standards and Regulations

• Adhere to applicable international standards, regulatory requirements, and professional guidelines in all conformity assessment activities.
• Respect and promote the value of accredited and internationally recognized practices.
   

6. Contribution to the CAS Community

• Support the mission and objectives of CAS by participating in knowledge sharing, collaboration, and capacity-building efforts. 
• Promote a respectful, inclusive, and constructive environment within the CAS network.
   

7. Reporting Misconduct

• Promptly report any observed violations of this Code of Conduct or unethical practices within the profession to the CAS Ethics Committee.
   

8. Sanctions for Breach

• Understand that violations of this Code may result in disciplinary actions, including suspension or revocation of membership, following due process.