Content of codes of conduct

Adoption of codes of conduct

Promulgation of codes of conduct

Codes of conduct for public officials

Developing and using professional codes of conduct

CODEs of Conduct referenced in the paper

Recognising that codes of conduct for scientists can support the object and purpose of the Convention, it was suggested that codes of conduct can

Recognising that codes of conduct should help and encourage individuals prevent the misuse of science, it was suggested that codes of conduct should include

On the content of codes of conduct, recognising the principles listed in paragraph 18, the States Parties agreed on the importance of codes of conduct being

Enhancement of codes of conduct and conflict of interest rules

Of particular note are the codes of conduct of engineering organizations.

It was proposed that the fishing industry develop codes of conduct.

Recognising that codes of conduct should help individuals make decisions and take action in accordance with the purposes and objectives of the Convention, it was suggested that codes of conduct should

Codes of conduct framework agreements between transnational companies and global union federations

There are three areas of typical codes of conduct of pharmaceutical corporations that might be of relevance, or serve as models, when considering how biological weapons issues might be included in codes of conduct.

Consideration of the content, promulgation, and adoption of codes of conduct for scientists

Consideration of the content, promulgation, and adoption of codes of conduct for scientists

Review and Analysis of Relevant Elements of Existing Codes of Conduct in Other Fields

Recognising that codes of conduct should reflect the norms established by the Convention and should be consistent with national legislative and regulatory frameworks as well as with relevant professional standards, it was suggested that codes of conduct should

On the promulgation of codes of conduct, recognising that codes of conduct will be most effective if they, and the principles underlying them, are widely known and understood, the States Parties agreed on the value of continuous efforts on promulgation through appropriate channels.

Demonstrate that the costs of development, promulgation and adoption of codes of conduct do not outweigh the benefits

One delegation proposed co management and shared resource stewardship by industry, including through innovative codes of conduct.

The development of guidelines and codes of conduct would set clear expectations and performance indicators for the industry.

Codes of Conduct Relevant to the Life Sciences or Biotechnology Which Do Not Refer to Biological and Toxin Weapons

To discuss, and promote common understanding and effective action on the content, promulgation, and adoption of codes of conduct for scientists.

To discuss, and promote common understanding and effective action on the content, promulgation, and adoption of codes of conduct for scientists

The meeting discussed the content, promulgation, promotion of common understanding about and effective actions and adoption of codes of conduct for scientists.

The troop contributing countries have a clear responsibility for the behaviour of their troops and must ensure that codes of conduct are enforced.

The Secretariat has examined codes of conduct from a variety of different fields, including the nuclear industry, engineering, pharmacology, business and professional personnel management, at the international, national and sub national levels, in an attempt to identify elements which may facilitate States Parties' consideration of the content, promulgation, and adoption of codes of conduct for scientists.

Other codes, such as the Code of Professional Conduct of the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia provide a clear cut principle of scientific (or professional) obligations.

The AstraZeneca Code of Conduct adds the idea of compliance with industry practices and codes of practice (http www.astrazeneca.com sites 7 imagebank typeArticleparam11110 COC_2003.pdf).

Recognising that the involvement of scientists is crucial in the development and adoption of codes of conduct to ensure that codes are effective in preventing the misuse of science while not impeding scientific freedom, it was suggested that it is important to

For the civil society groups to be effective in fighting corruption, they must adhere to credible codes of conduct and basic corporate good governance.

The training includes an introduction to international standards on human rights and criminal law, humanitarian law, gender justice, child protection and codes of conduct.

Provisions dealing with sexual harassment and discrimination and establishing effective enforcement mechanisms are needed in the professional codes of conduct for judges and prosecutors.

Some of the codes identified also incorporate more practically oriented obligations relating to the conduct of professional activities, including specific reference to the precautionary principle.

Recognising that, although the principles underlying codes should reflect the Convention and be universal, a range of different approaches are needed to develop codes of conduct that apply to a wide variety of scientific activities and national circumstances, it was suggested that

Recognising that codes of conduct will be most effective if they, and the principles underlying them, are widely known and understood, it was suggested that

In this connection, the Council expresses its support for the efforts of the United Nations to fully implement codes of conduct and disciplinary procedures to prevent and respond to sexual exploitation and enhance monitoring and enforcement mechanisms, and notes the strategies and actions included in the system wide action plan to fully implement those codes of conduct and disciplinary procedures.

The Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) is currently preparing an assessment of existing codes in an effort to work towards the development of an OPCW Code of Conduct.

Recognising that there are many possible means of promulgation, and that the requirements for particular codes are likely to vary, it was suggested that the following methods could be useful for effectively promulgating codes of conduct and raising awareness of the principles underlying them

Policies to influence tourists' behaviour could focus on improving visitors' management measures (site specific), education activities, and the development of codes of conduct and regulations when appropriate.

We note with appreciation the strategies and actions included in the system wide action plan aimed at fully implementing those codes of conduct and disciplinary procedures.

Some have committees dedicated to ethical issues, and have issued declarations or statements which could be interpreted as being similar in effect to codes of conduct.

Avoid alienating scientists by suggesting that codes are aimed against them, or by implying that scientists need to be convinced to conduct responsible research.