Ethics - Rules of Conduct

Question 1

What is Rule 1?

Answer 1

Members and firms must be honest, act with integrity and comply with their professional obligations, including obligations to RICS

Question 2

What is Rule 2?

Answer 2

Members and firms must maintain their professional competence, and ensure that services are provided by competent individuals who have the neccessary expertise

Question 3

What is Rule 3?

Answer 3

Members and firms must provide a good quality and diligent service

Question 4

What is Rule 4?

Answer 4

Members and firms must treat others with respect and encourage diversity and inclusion

Question 5

What is Rule 5?

Answer 5

Members and firms must act in the public interest, take responsibility for their actions and act to prevent harm and maintain public confidence in the profession

Question 6

What are the professional obligations for members?

Answer 6

1. Comply with CPD requirements
2. Must cooperate with RICS
3. Promptly provide any documents requested by the Standards and Regulations Board

Question 7

What are the professional obligations for firms?

Answer 7

1. Comply with CPD requirements
2. Must cooperate with RICS
3. Promptly provide any documents reasonably requested by the Standards and Regulations Board
4. Must have a locum in place
5. Have a complaints handling procedure in place
6. Appropriate professional indemnity insurance in place
7. Report any matter that required to report under the Rules for the Registration of Firms