ACIL Code of Ethics
ACIL members agree that it is their policy to abide by this Code of Ethics:
1. To cooperate in elevating and maintaining the professional status of independent scientific, engineering and testing firms and in securing recognition of the value of services rendered by them.
2. To assert competency only in work for which adequate equipment and personnel are available or adequate preparation has been made.
3. To have a clear understanding with the client as to the extent and kind of service to be rendered, especially in fields where different grades or characters of service are offered.
4. To endeavor in reports to make clear the significance and limitations of findings reported.
5. To safeguard reports as far as possible against misinterpretation or misuse, and to contend against such misinterpretation or misuse.
6. To oppose and refrain from incompetent and fraudulent inspection, sampling, analysis, testing, consultation, development and research work.
7. To deal openly, honestly and fairly in all business and financial matters with employees, clients and the public.
We hereby represent that our firm meets all qualifications for membership in ACIL and that we have no conflict of interest that will affect our professional practice. We have read and agree to abide by ACIL's Code of Ethics.
The press release regarding an agreement signed between the American Council of Independent Laboratories (ACIL) and the National Cooperation for Laboratory Accreditation (NACLA) can be found at the following link: http://www.acil.org/associations/1304/files/ACILNACLAPressRelease.pdf.
ACIL is the trade association representing independent, commercial scientific and engineering firms. Its members are professional services firms engaged in testing, product certification, consulting, and research and development. Affiliated membership is available to manufacturers laboratories, consultants, and suppliers to the industry.
The association was founded in 1937 as the American Council of Commercial Laboratories. It was later incorporated in the State of New York as the American Council of Independent Laboratories.
ACIL defines independent scientific and engineering services firms as commercial entities engaged in analysis, testing, inspection, materials engineering, sampling, product certification, research and development and related consulting services for the public. They are not affiliated with any institution, company, or trade group that might affect their ability to conduct investigations, render reports, or give professional, objective, and unbiased counsel.
About iNARTE
iNARTE (i-NAR-tee) is a worldwide, non-profit, professional organization which certifies professional engineers and technicians in the fields of Telecommunications, EMC, ESD and Unlicensed Wireless Systems Installation.
Candidates are evaluated by verifiable measures including, as appropriate, examination, experiential and educational background and reputation for unquestioned competency within their specified expertise. iNARTE develops certification criteria, testing tools and study material which accommodate the evolution of the telecommunications industry.
iNARTE is governed by a membership elected Board of Directors (12) and four (4) officers, each with exceptional expertise and experience in the telecommunications, EMC and/or ESD fields, who serve the membership. This governing Board receives no compensation in any form. Policy is formed at the Board level and promulgated to the iNARTE Executive Director for implementation. Directors and Officers hold a current iNARTE Master Class certification, EMC and/or ESD certification.
Telecommunications Telecommunications is the science and technology of communication (as opposed to processing of information) at a distance by electronic transmission of impulses, such as by telegraph, cable, telephone, radio, or television. iNARTE's Telecom certification is applicable to professionals practicing a wide range of telecommunications disciplines, including photonic systems, PCS/PCN, cellular, satellite, LAN, WAN and many more. Experience required: 2 years for Junior level, 6 years for Senior level, 8 or more years for Master level.
Unlicensed Wireless Systems Installation Wireless certification applies to engineers and technicians who design and install unlicensed wireless systems. This program has been established by iNARTE to meet industry demands for a credential which distinguishes from marginally to fully qualified design and installation personnel for wireless systems which do not require a license from the FCC. Experience required: 6 years for Technician, 9 years for Engineer.
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC/EMI) EMC certification is applicable to professional engineers and technicians practicing in EMC fields to include bonding, shielding, grounding, EMI prediction, EMI analysis, conducted and radiated interference, lightning protection and more. Experience required: 6 years for Technician, 9 years for Engineer.
Electrostatic Discharge Control (ESD) ESD certification is appropriate for engineers and technicians whose training and experience have primarily focused on problems, engineering design and corrective measures associated with minimizing or eliminating electrostatic discharge. Experience required: 6 years for Technician, 9 years for Engineer.
Product Safety Product Safety certification focuses on engineering and practice to reduce types of risk to persons, animals and property that have to be covered by a formal hazard analysis to meet the requirements of the relevant legislation. The ability to effectively manage product safety in design, manufacture, installation and operational use is a mandatory requirement of all world-wide product safety legislation. Experience required: 6 years for Technician, 9 years for Engineer.
Visit the iNARTE Board of Directors at http://www.narte.org/h/hqinfo.asp#DIRECTORS
