5.1 The following is a series of questions pertaining to the NSPE Code of Ethics. Please indicate whether the
statements are true or false. These questions are provided by the NSPE.
Note: This ethics test is intended solely to test individual knowledge of the specific language contained in the
NSPE Code of Ethics and is not intended to measure individual knowledge of engineering ethics or the ethics of
individual engineers or engineering students.
1. Engineers in the fulfillment of their professional duties must carefully consider the safety, health, and
welfare of the public.
2. Engineers may perform services outside of their areas of competence as long as they inform their
employer or client of this fact.
3. Engineers may issue subjective and partial statements if such statements are in writing and consistent
with the best interests of their employer, client or the public.
4. Engineers shall act for each employer or client as faithful agents or trustees.
5. Engineers shall not be required to engage in truthful acts when required to protect the public health,
safety, and welfare.
6. Engineers may not be required to follow the provisions of state or federal law when such actions
could endanger or compromise their employer or their client's interests.
7. If engineers' judgment is overruled under circumstances that endanger life or property, they shall
notify their employer or client and such other authority as may be appropriate.
8. Engineers may review but shall not approve those engineering documents that are in conformity with
applicable standards.
9. Engineers shall not reveal facts, data or information without the prior consent of the client or
employer except as authorized or required by law or this Code.
10. Engineers shall not permit the use of their name or their associate's name in business ventures with
any person or firm that they believe is engaged in fraudulent or dishonest enterprise, unless such
enterprise or activity is deemed consistent with applicable state or federal law.
