Code of Conduct

This code applies when participating in Committee activities or using a role to represent the Committee. Activity-specific conditions may also apply.

Treat participants with respect. Challenge reasoning and evidence without harassment, intimidation or misrepresentation of another person's position.

Provide truthful information, identify sources and distinguish observation from interpretation. Do not fabricate results, qualifications, appointments or authorship.

Respect confidential information and third-party rights. Share only material you are authorized to provide through the designated route.

Contribute in good faith, disclose relevant interests and follow the scope and review arrangements of the activity.

Do not offer or accept benefits intended to influence appointments, publication decisions or institutional actions improperly.

Report a concern with sufficient information for review. Good-faith reports are assessed on their substance.

Measures relate to the conduct, evidence and applicable authority. Affected people receive the procedural information and review route appropriate to the matter.

Participation requires adherence to the code and relevant activity terms. An appointment or membership does not authorize conduct outside those responsibilities.