PROFESSIONAL ETHICS CODES

1.3. Structure and Content of Ethics Codes

Ethics Codes Typically Include the Following Main Sections:

1. Introduction

   • Defines the organization’s mission and values.
   • Explains the importance and objectives of the ethics code.

2. Core Principles

   • Lists the core values and ethical principles that guide the organization (e.g., integrity, transparency, accountability).

3. Behavioral Rules

   • Specifies the concrete standards of behavior and rules that members of the organization must adhere to (e.g., confidentiality, avoidance of conflicts of interest).

4. Responsibilities and Duties

   • Defines the responsibilities and duties of each member related to adherence to ethical principles.

5. Violation Management

   • Establishes procedures for handling violations of the ethics code, including mechanisms for reporting violations and disciplinary measures.

How it works?

The method is easy to use and requires no special tools, making it accessible to individuals and teams across industries. It forces you to go beyond superficial fixes and examine the deeper causes that, if not addressed, could lead to repeated issues. By targeting the root cause, this technique helps prevent the same problem from happening again in the future. The method encourages teams to work together in asking and answering the "Whys," fostering a deeper understanding of the issue. 

In essence, the 5 Whys Analysis transforms a reactive approach to problems into a proactive one, enabling individuals or teams to develop long-term solutions by addressing issues at their source.

Do some practice. Why project deadline was missed?

Do some practice. Practical task. 5 Whys Analysis

Objective of the task: to practice using the 5 Whys tool to identify the deeper cause of a problem rather than just addressing its surface symptoms.