ACE Certification
The profession of Entomology is increasingly important to the welfare and progress of human society. Associate Certified Entomologists (ACE)s have the position and authority to render effective service to humanity, in keeping with high standards of ethical conduct. In order that the honor and dignity of the profession be advanced and maintained, the Entomological Society of America (ESA) has established the following code to define the professional conduct and ethics, binding on ACEs.
OBLIGATIONS TO SOCIETY
1 The ACE’s knowledge and skills will be used for the betterment of human welfare.
1.2 The ACE will share in sustaining the laws, institutions, and burdens of the community.
OBLIGATIONS TO THE PUBLIC
2.1 The ACE will follow standard IPM guidelines in the performance of all of his or her professional duties – ensuring proper regard for the safety, health, and welfare of the public and environment; documenting findings as appropriate and required; and keeping all stakeholders informed of the process.
2.2 The ACE will be honest and impartial, and will preface any one-sided statements, criticisms, or arguments by clearly indicating on whose behalf they are made.
2.3 The ACE will express an opinion on an entomological subject only when it is founded on adequate knowledge and honest conviction, and will be factual in all estimates, reports, and testimonies.
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