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Architects Registration Board November 2002 Architects Code Standards of Conduct and Practice Protecting the consumer and safeguarding the reputation of architects Contents 02 Foreword 03 Introduction The Standards 04 Section 1 Conduct and Competence 08 Section 2 Client Service and Complaints General Guidance 10 A Interpretation 10 B Legal Proceedings 11 C Employees 11 D Leaflets and Advice Architects Registration Board November 2002 01 Architects Code Standards of Conduct and Practice Protecting the consumer and safeguarding the reputation of architects 02 Foreword Architects deservedly enjoy a high standing within the construction and design industry, but with that comes an obligation to deliver standards and services which both demonstrate and reinforce that status. The Architects Registration Board was established to protect the consumer and safeguard the reputation of architects. The Architects Act 1997 sets out the law while the Code highlights the standards of conduct and practice which the Board believes the public have a right to expect from all architects. This second edition of the Code replaces the 1997 edition. There has been some minor reorganisation of material and strengthening and clarification of certain standards to reflect concerns expressed by both architects and consumers. The Code should be central to the professional life of an architect not only as a source of ethical guidance but also as a co