Introduction
The provisions of the NSPE Code of Ethics for Engineers is different from the Canon of Ethics for Fire Protection Engineers because both these are different forms of engineering. While the NSPE deals with engineers, the code relates to the profession of engineers in general so that members of this profession “exhibit the highest standards of honesty and integrity”. On the other hand, the Canon of Ethics relates to the profession of fire protection engineering in particular and members of this profession have a “direct and vital impact on the quality of life for all people”.
Performing outside design work for your employer’s client without your employer’s knowledge
Performing outside design work for your employer’s client without your employer’s knowledge is a violation of the code of ethics in accordance with the rules of practice of engineers which states that engineers “shall not accept outside employment to the detriment of their regular work or interest” and “Before accepting any outside engineering employment, they will notify their employers”.
Allowing a nonregistered or noncertified individual to use your registration or certification number
Allowing a nonregistered or noncertified individual to use your registration or certification number is a violation of the code in accordance with the code of practice which states that “Engineers shall not permit the use of their name or associate in business ventures with any person or firm that they believe is engaged in fraudulent or dishonest enterprise”
Accepting a free computer in exchange for specifying a product from a company
Accepting a free computer in exchange for specifying a product from a company is a violation in accordance with the “professional obligations” in the code of ethics which directs engineers not to “accept financial or other considerations, including free engineering designs, from material or equipment suppliers for specifying their product”.
Claiming credit for the work of another individual
Claiming credit for the work of another individual is a violation in accordance with the code of ethics which directs engineers to “not falsify their qualifications or permit misrepresentation of their or their associates’ qualifications. They shall not misrepresent or exaggerate their responsibility in or for the subject matter of prior assignments”.
Paying a public official to get a design contract
Paying a public official to get a design contract is a deceptive act and the code of ethics affirms that “Engineers shall not offer, give, solicit, or receive, either directly or indirectly, any contribution to influence the award of a contract by public authority, or which may be reasonably construed by the public as having the effect or intent of influencing the awarding of a contract. They shall not offer any gift or other valuable consideration in order to secure work. They shall not pay a commission, percentage, or brokerage fee in order to secure work, except to a bona fide employee or bona fide established commercial or marketing agencies retained by them”
Designing a bridge with a degree in fire protection engineering and professional registration in fire protection engineering
Designing a bridge with a degree in fire protection engineering and professional registration in fire protection engineering is a violation because according to the fundamental canon, engineers are expected to “Perform services only in areas of their competence”.
Performing part-time work for another firm with your employer’s permission
Performing part-time work for another firm with your employer’s permission is a violation and “Engineers shall not accept compensation, financial or otherwise, from more than one party for services on the same project, or for services pertaining to the same project, unless the circumstances are fully disclosed and agreed to by all interested parties”.
Reference
NSPE Code of Ethics for Engineers, Web.
Canon of Ethics for Fire Protection Engineers, Web.