Rules of Professional Ethics for Engineers and Architects

In the past, the Engineers and Architects Association's rules of ethics were the only source of authority, regulating the relations between all planning professionals. These rules were also applied to engineers and architects who were members of that association.

Towards the late 1980's, and as part of the Engineers and Architects Act, a prolonged process of discussion began, where professional ethics regulations for engineers and architects were formalized. Working together, the Ministry of Labor & Welfare, the Engineers and Architects Association and the IOCEA brought about the "Engineers and Architects' Regulations – Rules Regarding Conduct Unbecoming of the Profession 5755-1994".

Currently, there is a productive collaboration between IOCEA and the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Labor's ombudsman. IOCEA members can refer relevant issues of ethics directly to the ombudsman and expect a direct response.

The Significance of this Achievement
The rules of ethics by which all planning personnel, i.e. engineers and architects abide, are no longer a part of any inside operation and conduct of any individual organization, but are rather a binding instrument with the force of secondary legislation applying to all planning personnel.
The establishment of clear and binding rules of ethics also affects the way the public at large perceives this profession and the professionals. This essentially brings about both ethical conduct and honor to the whole field.