Conduct

Question 1

Tenet:

Answer 1

Interpreters conduct themselves in a manner appropriate to the specific interpreting situation.

Question 2

Guiding Principle:

Answer 2

Interpreters are expected to present themselves appropriately in demeanor and
appearance. They avoid situations that result in conflicting roles or perceived or actual conflicts of
interest.

Question 3

How many parts?

Answer 3

10

Question 4

3.1

Answer 4

Consult with appropriate persons regarding the interpreting situation to determine issues such
as placement and adaptations necessary to interpret effectively.

Question 5

3.2

Answer 5

Decline assignments or withdraw from the interpreting profession when not competent due to
physical, mental, or emotional factors.

Question 6

3.3

Answer 6

Avoid performing dual or conflicting roles in interdisciplinary (e.g. educational or mental
health teams) or other settings.

Question 7

3.4

Answer 7

Comply with established workplace codes of conduct, notify appropriate personnel if there is a
conflict with this Code of Professional Conduct, and actively seek resolution where warranted.

Question 8

3.5

Answer 8

Conduct and present themselves in an unobtrusive manner and exercise care in choice of attire.

Question 9

3.6

Answer 9

Refrain from the use of mind-altering substances before or during the performance of duties.

Question 10

3.7

Answer 10

Disclose to parties involved any actual or perceived conflicts of interest.

Question 11

3.8

Answer 11

Avoid actual or perceived conflicts of interest that might cause harm or interfere with the
effectiveness of interpreting services.

Question 12

3.9

Answer 12

Refrain from using confidential interpreted information for personal, monetary, or professional
gain.

Question 13

3.10

Answer 13

Refrain from using confidential interpreted information for the benefit of personal or pro-
fessional affiliations or entities.

Question 14

Illustrative Behavior - All

Answer 14

3.1
Consult with appropriate persons regarding the interpreting situation to determine issues such
as placement and adaptations necessary to interpret effectively.
3.2 Decline assignments or withdraw from the interpreting profession when not competent due to
physical, mental, or emotional factors.
3.3
Avoid performing dual or conflicting roles in interdisciplinary (e.g. educational or mental
health teams) or other settings.
3.4 Comply with established workplace codes of conduct, notify appropriate personnel if there is a
conflict with this Code of Professional Conduct, and actively seek resolution where warranted.
3.5
Conduct and present themselves in an unobtrusive manner and exercise care in choice of attire. 3.6
Refrain from the use of mind-altering substances before or during the performance of duties.
3.7
Disclose to parties involved any actual or perceived conflicts of interest.
3.8 Avoid actual or perceived conflicts of interest that might cause harm or interfere with the
effectiveness of interpreting services.
3.9
Refrain from using confidential interpreted information for personal, monetary, or professional
gain.
3.10 Refrain from using confidential interpreted information for the benefit of personal or pro-
fessional affiliations or entities.