Codes Of Conduct

Question 1

What are codes of conduct?

Answer 1

A code of conduct is a set of rules outlining the
social norms and rules and responsibilities of, or
proper practices for, an individual, party or
organization.

Question 2

What is a code of conduct on an individual level?

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Answer 2

Personal code of conduct
• Based in ethics
– Societal norms
– Own moral compass
– Knowing what’s right and wrong
– What’s acceptable or unacceptable behaviour

Question 3

How does one set their own personal code of conduct?

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Answer 3

– Family, Society –school, community, religious communities
– Taught
• Expected behaviour in different circumstances
• “Treat others the way you want to be treated”

Question 4

What is honesty?

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Answer 4

• Being truthful

–Trustworthy

Question 5

What is integrity?

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Answer 5

–Honest and fair

–Strong moral and ethical principles

Question 6

Why is it important to be honest?

Answer 6

• Easier to tell the truth
• People respect the truth
• Difficult to regain trust once lost

Question 7

What is self respect?

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Answer 7

– Pride and confidence in oneself

– Feeling that one is behaving with honour and dignity

Question 8

How do you respect others?

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Answer 8

– Be respectful of others
– Do not discriminate
– Try not to be judgemental
• Everyone has their own values and moral compass
– Accept personal/individual differences

Question 9

What is honour?

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Answer 9

To act in an honourable manner

The quality of knowing and doing what is morally
right

Fulfil (an obligation) or keep (an agreement).

Respect, pride and honesty

Question 10

What is work ethos?

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Answer 10

–Willingness to work

–Willingness to learn

Question 11

What do codes of conduct try to avoid?

Answer 11

–Falsification
–Fabrication
–Plagiarism
–Litigation
–Loss of reputation