A forester must clearly state on whose behalf the forester provides any opinions or makes any professional statements. In dealing with the public, a forester must clearly identify him- or herself, the client, and any other person whose interests the forester is representing.
A forester shall base public comment on forestry matters on accurate knowledge and shall not distort or withhold pertinent information to substantiate a point of view.
A forester shall uphold this Code of Ethics above the demands of employment.
A forester shall at all times in the performance of forestry services abide by federal and state laws and municipal ordinances involving forestry and timber harvesting, land use, agriculture, natural resource management and protection, environmental protection and the handling of client funds.
A forester shall only advertise in a dignified and truthful manner, stating the services the forester is qualified and prepared to perform. Such advertisements may include references to fees charged, but may not include references to past clients served without their prior written consent.
A forester shall comply with all provisions of the Forester Licensing law and the rules of the Board in connection with the supervision of the work of an individual not licensed by the Board.
02-333 C.M.R. ch. 100, § 4