Code of Ethics & Professional Conduct
Every member of Associated Builders and Contractors Northern California Chapter (ABC NorCal) shall honor the following Code of Ethics:
Whereas, as members, we agree to uphold the Merit Shop Philosophy and Support the Preservation of Free Enterprise, which is the foundation upon which ABC was created and still operates today;
Whereas, as members, we agree to be mindful of our responsibility to ABC Northern California and fellow members, and through conduct of our businesses, demonstrate that membership in this association is an assurance of integrity, safety, and quality;
Whereas, as members, we agree to hold paramount the safety, health, and welfare of the public and observe and foster the highest standards of safety and working conditions for employees;
Whereas, as members, we agree to comply with all laws and regulations governing the industry and our community;
Whereas, as members, we agree to dedicate ourselves to bringing together members of the construction industry and community at large in the bonds of fellowship, mutual understanding, and positive solutions;
Whereas, as members, we agree to develop our professional reputation on the basis of our direct experience and service provided;
Whereas, as members, we agree to support the training of skilled tradespeople for the future welfare of the construction industry;
Whereas, as members, we agree to promote the dignity and integrity of the profession;
As a professional engaged in the business of providing construction and program management services, and as a member of ABC NorCal, I agree to conduct myself and my business in accordance with the above Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and understand that my membership may be terminated and dues forfeited, if found to violate said conduct.