VSAR Code of Ethics:

That I have a moral obligation to the missing or injured and to the agencies / volunteer organizations and other NASAR/PSARC members with whom I work. I shall endeavor to guard their interests honestly and deal with them fairly, wisely and in an efficient and proper manner. I shall behave honestly in all matters, respect privileged information, avoid any real or perceived conflicts of interest and deal with others courteously and politely.

That I shall continuously work to raise the standards of performance of search and rescue to the highest attainable levels without regard to race, sex, religion, cultural background, sexual preference, economic or social condition in service of humanity.

That I have an obligation to advance the knowledge and skills of search and rescue so that I can serve the needs of the missing or injured. I shall strive to improve my knowledge and skills, support others by sharing my experiences and strive to keep myself fully informed of new developments in my profession.

That I shall support the missions of both the National Association for Search and Rescue and the Pennsylvania Search and Rescue Council, "…That others may live", and shall at all times conduct myself in an ethical and prudent manner worthy of my profession.

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