ATA Professional Ethics & Standards 5

Question 1

A bow technician is offered a significant discount on tools in exchange for exclusively recommending one brand to customers. This arrangement should be:

Accepted Answer

Disclosed to customers whenever a recommendation is made under the arrangement

Answer

Any financial relationship that could influence product recommendations must be disclosed to customers to maintain ethical transparency.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of ethical pricing practice for a certified bow technician?

Accepted Answer

Applying consistent, published rates for standard services regardless of customer demographics

Answer

Consistent, published pricing applied fairly to all customers is the ethical standard and prevents discriminatory billing practices.

Question 3

When a customer's bow is beyond economical repair, the ethical technician should:

Accepted Answer

Give the customer an honest assessment and let them decide whether to repair or replace

Answer

An honest assessment of repair feasibility — even when it means less shop revenue — is fundamental to ethical customer service.

Question 4

A certified bow technician discovers that a popular bow model has an undisclosed design flaw that could cause limb failure. The technician should:

Accepted Answer

Report the finding to the manufacturer and, if no action is taken, consider contacting the CPSC or ATA

Answer

Safety-critical defects must be reported through appropriate channels — manufacturer first, then regulatory bodies if unaddressed — as a public safety obligation.

Question 5

Which statement best describes the role of ATA certification in a technician's ongoing professional obligations?

Accepted Answer

Certification establishes a baseline but requires ongoing training and ethical conduct to maintain professional standing

Answer

ATA certification represents a commitment to continuous improvement, ethical conduct, and staying current with industry standards — not a permanent static credential.

(ATA) Archery Trade Association Bow Technician Certification Practice Test

(ATA) Archery Trade Association Bow Technician Certification Practice Test

ATA Professional Ethics & Standards 5