ABC Code of Ethics

Members of Associated Builders and Contractors will strive to observe the following principles in the conduct of their businesses:

A. Maintain a standard of performance that meets the owner’s expectations and fulfills the contractor’s obligations.

B. Quote only realistic prices and completion dates and perform accordingly.

C. Cooperate to the fullest extent with the architect and/or engineer, and other agents of the owner toward fulfillment of a common goal.

D. Solicit quotations only from firms with whom they are willing to do business.

E. Make all payments promptly within the terms of the contract.

F. Observe and foster the highest standards of safety and working conditions.

G. Establish realistic wage schedules for employees commensurate with their ability and their industry so that they may enjoy the dignity to which they are entitled.

H. Actively participate in the training of skilled craft professionals for the future welfare of the merit shop industry.

APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS SEPTEMBER 24, 1971

REAFFIRMED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS JUNE 5, 2006

REAFFIRMED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS MARCH 16, 2022

Bylaws Reference: Article |, Article III


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