AIC Construction Ethics & Professional Practice

Question 1

According to the AIC Code of Ethics, what is a constructor's primary professional obligation when a conflict arises between client interests and public safety?

Accepted Answer

Prioritize public safety above client interests

Answer

The AIC Code of Ethics mandates that constructors place public safety, health, and welfare above all other considerations, including client interests.

Question 2

Which of the following best defines 'conflict of interest' in construction professional practice?

Accepted Answer

A situation where a constructor's personal interests could improperly influence professional judgment

Answer

A conflict of interest occurs when a constructor has personal, financial, or other interests that could compromise or appear to compromise their professional judgment.

Question 3

A subcontractor offers a project manager tickets to a major sporting event during contract negotiations. Under ethical guidelines, the project manager should:

Accepted Answer

Decline the gift to avoid any appearance of impropriety

Answer

Ethical guidelines require constructors to avoid gifts or gratuities that could influence, or appear to influence, procurement decisions.

Question 4

What is the ethical obligation of a constructor who discovers that a competitor obtained a contract through bribery of a public official?

Accepted Answer

Report the misconduct to the appropriate authorities

Answer

Ethical professional practice requires constructors to report known illegal conduct, including bribery, to the appropriate authorities.

Question 5

Which principle underlies the concept of 'responsible bidding' in construction ethics?

Accepted Answer

Bidding only on projects for which the constructor is qualified and can perform competently

Answer

Responsible bidding requires that constructors only compete for work they have the qualifications, capacity, and resources to perform successfully.

AIC - American Institute of Constructors Certification Practice Test

AIC - American Institute of Constructors Certification Practice Test

AIC Construction Ethics & Professional Practice