code_of_practice_V3_2019
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1<br />
Scope<br />
1.1 SUMMARY<br />
1.1.1 This is a summary <strong>of</strong> the principles <strong>of</strong> business conduct expected <strong>of</strong> all designers, manufacturers, owners and<br />
operators <strong>of</strong> MASS providing practical guidance on how to deal with important issues.<br />
1.1.2 The MASS Industry Conduct Statement (“Statement”) is intended to be a guide that every organisation using this<br />
Code is expected to meet. Its contents complement and underscore legal requirements and are not intended to<br />
substitute any requirement <strong>of</strong> law. As a general rule, users <strong>of</strong> this Code are expected to be responsible for<br />
understanding and complying with the laws, regulations or policies that relate to their activities.<br />
2<br />
Application<br />
2.1 STATEMENT<br />
2.1.1 This Statement applies to, and is supported by all organisations adopting this Code, their employees, agents and<br />
subcontractors when dealing within the scope <strong>of</strong> their contractual duties. It shall apply to all dealings that are<br />
reasonably considered within the normal course <strong>of</strong> business. Including, but not limited to, dealings with customers,<br />
contractors, stakeholders, competitors and regulators. It can be adopted by any organisation within the industry<br />
and this is encouraged.<br />
2.2 GUIDELINES<br />
2.2.1 All organisations adopting this Code and their agents resolve to respect the following guidelines:<br />
n To observe a general obligation to display responsible and ethical behaviour in relation to the design,<br />
manufacture, distribution, operation, maintenance and final disposal <strong>of</strong> their systems.<br />
n To encourage and support communication and dialogue with regulators and relevant authorities.<br />
n To follow the principles set out by this Code to the best <strong>of</strong> their abilities.<br />
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