Each area begins with an Ethical Principle that sets forth the goals and ideals of the profession. The Ethical Principle is followed by the applicable sections of the AFDA Code of Professional Conduct which lists specific types of conduct that is either required or prohibited. Ethical Principles are goals that every funeral professional should strive to achieve.
They serve as the justification for the specific requirements of the Code of Professional Conduct. Both the Ethical Principles & the Code of Professional Conduct is binding upon every AFDA Funeral Director and violations may subject the Funeral Director to disciplinary action in accordance with individual State Regulations.
It is the duty of every AFDA Funeral Director to know and strictly adhere to the requirements of the AFDA Code of Professional Conduct for the protection of the families served, the deceased that are cared for, the profession that Funeral Directors dedicate themselves to, the communities in which they live & the importance of their membership of the AFDA and adherence to its Code of Professional Conduct.
Funeral Directors have an ethical obligation to serve each family in a professional and caring manner, being respectful of their wishes and confidences, being honest and fair in all dealings with them and willingly provide professional and quality service to every person’s stature within our community and to families of all socio-economic means.
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Funeral Directors have an ethical obligation to care for each deceased person with the highest respect and dignity, and to transport, prepare and shelter the remains in a professional, caring and secure manner.
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Funeral Directors have an ethical obligation to the public to offer their services and to operate their businesses in accordance with the highest principles of honesty, fair dealing and professionalism.
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Funeral Directors have an ethical obligation to maintain strict compliance with the letter and spirit of all governmental laws and regulations that impact the funeral consumer, the funeral profession, and the public health.
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