| 1. |
Members shall uphold the
Mission and Code of Ethics of the Southeast Texas Search and Rescue
Alliance (the "Alliance"). |
| 2. |
Members shall be responsible for performing
background checks on all their members prior to participation in
Alliance activities. |
| 3. |
Under no circumstances shall members
use the Alliance for personal gain. |
| 4. |
Members shall conduct themselves in a
professional manner, promote the team concept and exhibit proper
respect for others. |
| 5. |
Members shall be held accountable for
the actions of their individual members. |
| 6. |
Members shall abide by all federal, state
and local laws. |
| 7. |
Members shall accurately represent their
experience, qualifications, expertise, limitations, legal standing
and other relevant information. |
| 8. |
At Alliance events, members shall refer
the media to the designated Alliance public information officer. |
| 9. |
Members shall engage in the ethical and
humane treatment of animal partners. At no time will abuse or neglect
of animals or humans be tolerated. |
| 10. |
Violations of this Code of Ethics by
members shall be brought before the Alliance and referred appropriately
for follow-up action. |
