We operate in a professional, independent and impartial manner in all activities.

We carry out work honestly and do not tolerate any deviation from its approved methods and procedures. Where approved test methods make provision for tolerances in results, we ensure that such tolerances are not abused to alter the actual test findings. We report data, test results and other material facts in good faith and do not improperly change them, and issue reports and certificates that correctly present the actual findings, professional opinions or results obtained.

We avoid conflicts of interest with any related entity in which we have a financial or commercial interest and to which we are required to provide services.

We avoid conflicts of interest between our companies and/or divisions engaged in different activities which provide services to either the same client or each other.

We ensure that our employees avoid conflicts of interest with our activities.

We respect the confidentiality and privacy of client’s information and ensure processes are in place to adequately protect such information.

We prohibit the offer or acceptance of a bribe in any form, including kickbacks on any portion of a contract payment.

We prohibit the use of any routes or channels for provision of improper benefits to, or receipt of improper benefits from customers, agents, contractors, suppliers or employees of any such party or government officials.

We conduct ourselves with the highest standards of business ethics and integrity, and will not do anything which would bring the reputation of TIC Council or the TIC industry, into disrepute.

We have implemented adequate training and procedures to protect the health and safety of employees, customers, and third parties and will monitor incidents with the view of minimizing risks in the course of business operations.

We are aware of our social responsibility for our employees and the people, communities and environments in which we work and shall respect human rights.