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Professional
Researcher
Terms
& Conditions
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Historical
research whether genealogical, military, naval, occupational or in some
other form makes demands upon the researcher before a client. The purpose
of this Code of Conduct is to clearly define these demands for the better
operation and maintenance of the profession of historical research and
record searching.
I/we,
as The Researchers will always: -
Uphold
the basic obligations as given in the Terms & Conditions hereto
Additionally,
We will: -
- Provide clients
with a clear and straightforward appraisal of intended research or investigation.
- Avoid compromising
impartiality by declaring any interest of a personal or financial nature.
- Undertake investigative
work for a client in a precise and professional manner.
- Submit work in
strict accordance with any quotation as given and agreed prior to commencement
of work.
- Endeavour to examine
and cite original sources and make clear which sources are primary and
secondary.
- Maintain and retain
a clear written record of work and avoid any duplication of effort or
tasks.
- Never conceal or
withhold information or facts which may be relevant to research.
- Provide clear and
unambiguous reports of findings with supporting documentation if required.
- Never knowingly
report or publish any information known to be false or unproven.
- Not publish research
findings paid for by a client without prior written agreement.
- Not quote questionable
or dubious sources unless the same are identified or explained as such.
- Provide optional
alternative avenues of research and study wherever appropriate.
Moreover,
We will:-
- Be honest, discreet
and professional in dealings with clients, repositories, museums and
the public.
- Always indicate
source references and acknowledge intellectual property and copyright
interests of others.
- Not claim another's
work as our own.
- Not divulge a client's
personal, family, business or confidential details obtained in the course
of work to other than the client.
- Always uphold the
integrity and standing of historical research and record searching as
professions.
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