Chapter 2 - IETO

Question 1

What is IETO’s mandate?

Answer 1

Responsible for managing the member registration and certification process

Question 2

What information is found in the IETO Terms of Reference?

Answer 2

• Purpose of IETO, structures, meetings
• Titles & designation of members
• Fees for memberships, exams, appeals

Question 3

Name three committees that comprise IETO

Answer 3

• Executive
• Finance
• Admissions
• Complaints
• Discipline

Question 4

What are the two main categories of membership?

Answer 4

• Certified Members

* Associate members

Question 5

What are three additional membership categories administered by IETO

Answer 5

• Fellow OACETT Members
• Life Members
• Non-Resident members

Question 6

Which membership category is not administered by IETO?

Answer 6

Honorary Member

Question 7

Which three titles are used for those working in road construction?

Answer 7

• Road Construction Junior Inspector (RCJI)
• Road Constructions Senior Inspector (RCSI)
• Road Construction Contract Administrator (RCCA)

Question 8

What are the four requirements for certification as an OACETT member?

Answer 8

• Be of good character
• Not less than 18 years of age
• Resident/Employed in Ontario
• Meet criteria established in OACETT by-Laws and IETO Rules

Question 9

What are the four criteria for certification as an OACETT member?

Answer 9

• Academic Credentials
• Professional Experience
• Professional References
• Professional Practice Exam

Question 10

What is PLAR?

Answer 10

Prior Learning Assessment Recognition

Question 11

Briefly describe the appeals process for certification

Answer 11

• Must be filed within 30 days of notice
• Filed in writing with accompanied by appropriate fee
• Heard by IETO within 90 days after appeal is received
• IETO Board will determine outcome through majority vote

Question 12

What is FARPACTA?

Answer 12

Ensures certification process is transparent and fair and to ensure that everyone is qualified can obtain a licence to practice

Question 13

What is the role of the Office of the Fairness Commissioner?

Answer 13

• Responsible for the implementation of FARPACTA and overseeing the licensing process
• Ensures process is transparent and fair

Question 14

What is the purpose of the professional member identification stamp?

Answer 14

• Acknowledges responsibility for work

* Must be used in accordance with OACETT By-Law policies

Question 15

What three things might members be censured for?

Answer 15

• Professional misconduct
• Incompetence
• Breach of Ethics

Question 16

What are the possible actions of the Complaints Committee when a complaint against a member is received in writing?

Answer 16

• Directs the matter to Discipline committee
• Direct registrar to provide advice
• Issue cautions
• Take appropriate action within the by-law

Question 17

What are the possible actions of the Discipline Committee when a member is found
to be guilty of professional misconduct or incompetent?

Answer 17

• Revoke membership
• Suspend membership
• Impose terms limitations
• Reprimand
• Fine to be paid
• Findings published in Ontario Technologist