Examining the Ethical Requirement to "Hold Paramount" Safety, Health, and Welfare

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1 hr. Online Course
Level: Intermediate
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Item #: JCOM-00079
SME: Dave Adams

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Almost every code of ethics published for professional engineers and architects includes a requirement to "hold paramount" the safety, health, and welfare of the public over all other ethical precepts. Explanations of what this actually means and includes, however, are difficult to find. The intent of this webinar is to offer a thorough explanation of this paramount precept and provide practical examples of how this principle affects daily practice.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Compare the "paramount" precept presented in various professional ethical codes to benefit the community health, safety, and welfare.
Interpret aspects of professional design practice through the "paramount" lens for community safety.
Create a personal strategy for implementation of key aspects of the "paramount" precept for the community welfare.
Assess decisions and actions made by others who have implemented the "paramount" precept through their own practice and different situations.

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Subject Matter Expert: Dave Adams

Biography

Dave Adams has been practicing structural engineering since graduation from the University of California, San Diego in 1990. He is currently a Principal Associate with BWE in San Diego, CA, and continues to serve as a subject matter expert for the California engineer's licensing board (BPELSG). He regularly designs and details structures of all materials and collaborates with other engineers and draftspersons. Dave also investigates structural failures or damage for a variety of building types and has written comprehensive reports to summarize findings and retrofit recommendation. Mr. Adams is actively involved in the engineering community through committee membership, paper publication, and student mentoring.

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