Members of the Institute shall observe and be bound by the following code of professional conduct. Members of the Institute shall always:

• Exercise professional judgement, skill and care to the best of his or her ability in such a way as to bring credit to the profession, and take all reasonable precautions to avoid practices detrimental to patients and others.
• Respect any confidence gained in the conduct of his or her profession and not wittingly disclose results, or information of a personal or confidential nature to unauthorised persons.
• Conduct themselves in a culturally, socially, environmentally and ethically responsible manner.
• Avoid any action that may reflect detrimentally upon the character and integrity of those with whom the member stands in professional relationship, and conduct themselves so as to uphold the reputation of the profession.
• Assist in the advancement of the profession and endeavour to maintain and improve professional standards and practice including through the dissemination of knowledge.
• Avoid practices restricted by law or professional agreement, and not indulge in unfair or improper practices for personal or professional gain.