Professional practice

Promoting Ethical Improvement in the Construction Industry

This paper examines the benefit of promoting a single ethical code for the construction industry using the Society of Construction Law’s Statement of Ethical Principles.

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Features

Hot topics: Merrett v Babb

Merrett v Babb was a landmark case for chartered surveyors and other professionals as it established the principle that where an employer’s professional indemnity insurance cover was withdrawn due to bankruptcy, the employee was personally liable for any damages.

 

Regulation

Professional Ethics and Core Values

Members are expected to follow a high standard of behaviour, both professionally and personally.

     

    Research

    Professional ethics in the South African construction industry - a pilot study

    This paper reports the results of a pilot survey of the opinions of architects, quantity surveyors, engineers and contractors regarding professional ethics within the South African construction industry.

     

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