Unit 2 Notes
Professional Practice
Module 2 - Code of Ethics
• Code of Ethics: Seven Principles
• Competence
• To have an understanding of the knowledge and skills required.
• Provide services in an honest and diligent manner
• Ensure one engages within the limits of his/her knowledge, experience and skill.
• Seek necessary assistance so as not to compromise your professional responsibility
• Not practice in situations that could impair the dignity of the profession or the quality of the services the member
provides
• Prevent the inappropriate use by others of the tools, techniques and processes.
• Take the necessary means to keep his or her knowledge and skills up to date.
• Legal Requirements
• Must adhere to any statutory acts, regulations, or by-laws which relate to the field of HRM, as well as all civil and
criminal laws, regulations and statutes.
• Must not knowingly or otherwise engage in or condone any activity or attempt to circumvent the intention of the law.
• Duty to keep current on laws that govern HR practices.
• Demonstrate understanding of the application of HR legal requirements in the workplace.
• Need to recognize the intent of the law
• Keep current on changes to the laws that govern HR practices
• Adhere to legal requirements in carrying out all HR activities.
• Identify risks to the organization stemming from the need to adhere to legal requirements
• Manage risk in the execution of HR activities
• Dignity in the Workplace
• Support, promote, and apply the legislative requirements and the principles of human rights, equity, dignity, and
respect in the workplace, within the profession and in society as a whole.
• Balancing Interests
• Balance organizational and employee needs and interests
• HR is always balancing interests
• Build productive relationships both inside and outside the organization
• Adhere to accepted HR standards of practice
• Act with integrity
• Make decisions only after considering all accessible and relevant facts.
• Confidential Information
• Hold in strict confidence all confidential information acquired in the course of the performance of their duties
• Do not divulge confidential information unless required by law and/or where serious harm is imminent.
• Conflict of Interest
• Avoid or disclose a potential conflict or interest that might influence or might be perceived to influence, personal
actions or judgements.
• ie. Kickback from benefit provider for rewarding them the contract
• Professional Growth
• Maintain personal and professional growth by engaging in activities that enhance the credibility and value of the
profession.
• Advancement of the Profession
• Promote the value of the HR profession.
Professional Practice
Module 2 - Code of Ethics
• Code of Ethics: Seven Principles
• Competence
• To have an understanding of the knowledge and skills required.
• Provide services in an honest and diligent manner
• Ensure one engages within the limits of his/her knowledge, experience and skill.
• Seek necessary assistance so as not to compromise your professional responsibility
• Not practice in situations that could impair the dignity of the profession or the quality of the services the member
provides
• Prevent the inappropriate use by others of the tools, techniques and processes.
• Take the necessary means to keep his or her knowledge and skills up to date.
• Legal Requirements
• Must adhere to any statutory acts, regulations, or by-laws which relate to the field of HRM, as well as all civil and
criminal laws, regulations and statutes.
• Must not knowingly or otherwise engage in or condone any activity or attempt to circumvent the intention of the law.
• Duty to keep current on laws that govern HR practices.
• Demonstrate understanding of the application of HR legal requirements in the workplace.
• Need to recognize the intent of the law
• Keep current on changes to the laws that govern HR practices
• Adhere to legal requirements in carrying out all HR activities.
• Identify risks to the organization stemming from the need to adhere to legal requirements
• Manage risk in the execution of HR activities
• Dignity in the Workplace
• Support, promote, and apply the legislative requirements and the principles of human rights, equity, dignity, and
respect in the workplace, within the profession and in society as a whole.
• Balancing Interests
• Balance organizational and employee needs and interests
• HR is always balancing interests
• Build productive relationships both inside and outside the organization
• Adhere to accepted HR standards of practice
• Act with integrity
• Make decisions only after considering all accessible and relevant facts.
• Confidential Information
• Hold in strict confidence all confidential information acquired in the course of the performance of their duties
• Do not divulge confidential information unless required by law and/or where serious harm is imminent.
• Conflict of Interest
• Avoid or disclose a potential conflict or interest that might influence or might be perceived to influence, personal
actions or judgements.
• ie. Kickback from benefit provider for rewarding them the contract
• Professional Growth
• Maintain personal and professional growth by engaging in activities that enhance the credibility and value of the
profession.
• Advancement of the Profession
• Promote the value of the HR profession.
