CODE OF ETHICS
As members of the National Association for Search and Rescue, we
acknowledge and commit to honor to the best of our ability the following
values:
* THAT we have a moral obligation to the missing or injured and to the
agencies, volunteer organizations and other NASAR members with whom we
work. We shall endeavor to guard their interests honestly and deal with
them
fairly, wisely and in efficient, proper manner. We shall behave honestly in all
matters, respect privileged communication, avoid any real or perceived
conflicts of interest and deal with others courteously and politely.
* THAT we shall continuously work to raise the standards of performance of
search and rescue to the highest attainable levels without regard to race, sex,
religion, cultural background, sexual preference, economic, or social condition
in service to humanity.
* THAT we have an obligation to advance the knowledge and skills of search
and rescue so that we can serve the needs of the missing or injured. We shall
strive to improve our own knowledge and skills; support others by sharing our
experiences; and strive to keep ourselves fully informed of new developments
in the profession.
* THAT we shall support the mission of the National Association for Search
and Rescue "... that others may live", and shall at all times conduct ourselves
in an ethical and prudent manner worthy of our professions. Our signature
below constitutes our personal affirmation responsibly to discharge these
obligations.
The Anderson City Technical Rescue Team