Ethics for Land Surveyors: Abiding By the Rules & Regulations for Surveying

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Ethics for Land Surveyors: Abiding By the Rules & Regulations for Surveying

1 hr. Online Course
Level: Fundamental
Average Rating: (1316)

Item #: RV-10897
SME: Patrick C. Garner, P.L.S., Wetland Scientist

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Course Description

This course discusses everyday decisions that professional land surveyors face and examines a surveyor’s conduct in the context of the National Society of Professional Surveyors (NSPS) “Creed and Canons.” This course focuses on the second canon - abiding by the rules & regulations for surveying. The scenarios presented in this course affirm the underlying professional principle that surveyors are guided by a common moral understanding.

Learning Objectives

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

Explain the consequences of ignoring state regulations
Identify points of rationalization that may lead to violating regulations
Explain what a reportable offense to a state board is
Identify the complications that can arise from trespassing while performing a survey

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This course can be used for CE or applies to the State Licenses and Professional Organizations listed below.

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Subject Matter Expert: Patrick C. Garner, P.L.S., Wetland Scientist

Biography

Patrick C. Garner is a Professional Land Surveyor in Massachusetts who has been in private practice for over 40 years. A Principal of Patrick C. Garner Company Inc., he frequently conducts technical seminars, does peer reviews for cities and towns, and works as an expert witness in Massachusetts courts. He also provides numerous active on-line continuing education courses through RedVector, many of which focus on legal, business and technical issues in land surveying.

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