Section 2 - General Standards and Qualifications(a) General. Integrity, impartiality, and professional competence are essential qualifications of any Neutral. A Neutral shall adhere to the highest standards of integrity, impartiality, and professional competence in rendering their professional service.(1) A Neutral shall not accept any engagement, perform any service, or undertake any act which would compromise the Neutral's integrity.(2) A Neutral shall maintain professional competence in dispute resolution skills including but not limited to: (A) staying informed of and abiding by all statutes, rules, and administrative orders relevant to the practice of Rule 31 Mediations and 31A ADR Proceedings as applicable;(B) continuing to meet the requirements of these rules; and(C) regularly engaging in educational activities promoting professional growth.(3) A Neutral shall decline appointment, withdraw, or request technical assistance when the Neutral decides that a case is beyond the Neutral's competence.(b) Concurrent Standards. Nothing herein shall replace, eliminate, or render inapplicable relevant ethical standards not in conflict with these rules which may be imposed by the Code of Responsibility with respect to lawyers, or similar sets of standards imposed upon any Neutral by virtue of the Neutral's professional calling.