Ch. 2 - Regulation of the Professions

Question 1

Self-Regulation

Answer 1

Means that a profession is provided with statutory authority to govern itself. Engineers are.

Question 2

Right to Title

Answer 2

The exclusive right of a professional regulatory body and its members to use a particular title. Only PEng can practice engineering & state they are a PEng

Question 3

Scope of Practice

Answer 3

The exclusive right of a professional regulatory body and its members to practice in their particular field. May be generic or specific.

Question 4

Discipline

Answer 4

The process of charging a member of a profession with professional misconduct and then proceeding to a hearing to determine guilt. Must report illegal activity. penalties: reprimand, suspension, fines, termination, educational & mentorship requirements

Question 5

Enforcement

Answer 5

A professional organization’s process of charging a non-member with either using the protected professional title in breach of the right to title or practicing the profession in breach of the exclusive scope of practice.

Question 6

EGBC

Answer 6

Engineers & Geo-scientists of BC. Formally APEGBC, regulatory body in BC. elected officials. Members are registered, regulated, possibly audited, disciplined if necessary. Has liability insurance, job postings, offers monthly magazine & monthly dinner meetings & webinars.

Question 7

PEng Registration

Answer 7

Must register for license. Prereqs: 4 years of practical experience, post secondary education in recognized field, law & ethics exam. Registration is voluntary in other countries.

Question 8

Professional Obligations

Answer 8

maintain technical competence, practice competently, continue professional development, abide by code of ethics

Question 9

Iron Ring

Answer 9

Ritual of the Calling of an Engineer, serves as reminder of the engineer’s obligation to public & professional standard, NOT a symbol of qualification

Question 10

Professional Seal

Answer 10

Once stamped, indicates professional has personally prepared, supervised, or reviewed the docs. Putting your professionalism at risk.

Question 11

Letters of assurance

Answer 11

warrant that the work is of a particular standard, increased risk of liability. Often required by govt authorities at end of project. Professional should know before taking on project