Professional Licensing, Regulation, and Practice Flashcards
1
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What is a social contract?
A
Grants a profession exclusive rights of practice and title (ex. Engineers and Geo-scientists Act) to self-regulate in the public interest
2
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What are the P.Eng registration and license requirements? 4 requirements
A
- An accredited Bachelor’s degree
- 4 years experience under professional experience (1 year in Canadian environment)
- Passing the Professional Practice Exam
- Good character references
3
Q
What are the 3 types of liability?
A
Civil, statutory, and professional liabilities
4
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What is civil liability?
A
Contracts and torts involving legal actions and insurance
5
Q
What is statutory liability?
A
Regulatory and criminal involving fines and imprisonment
6
Q
What is professional liability?
A
Disciplinary action involving competency, conduct, and crime
7
Q
What are the principles of EGBC’s Code of Ethics? 5 principles
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- Operate in public interest
- Know your limits with training and experience
- Don’t fake it by being honest and having adequate knowledge
- Stand your ground with possible consequences
- Be brave with reporting hazardous, illegal, or unethical practices
8
Q
What are some reasons requiring disciplinary actions? 6 reasons
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- Professional misconduct
- Incompetence
- Negligence
- Physical or mental incapacity
- Conviction of serious offense
- Breach of Code of Ethics
9
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What is the disciplinary process? 4 steps
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- Gather evidence
- Investigation and peer review
- Discipline hearing
- Discipline penalties
