American Avalanche Association Ethics

Members of the American Avalanche Association acknowledge their responsibilities to the organization and their profession and subscribe to this code of ethics to guide them in their practices as avalanche professionals and shall:

A.  Hold above all the public trust and reputation of their profession, perform services only in the areas of their competence and strive to enhance their qualifications through continuing education, professional and technical development,

B.  Issue public statements only in an objective and truthful manner and endeavor to extend public knowledge to promote understandings of the achievements of avalanche sciences;

C.  Act in professional matters for each client or employer as faithful agents or trustees and avoid conflict of interest;

D.  Build their professional reputations on the merit of their services and not compete unfairly with others; and

E.  Conduct their practices in accordance with this code and bring to the attention of the association unethical practices of any Member.

AAA LOGO AND NAME USE

The American Avalanche Association name has been registered with a service mark, (similar to a trademark). We announced during the annual 2006 meeting at ISSW how members may represent their affiliation in resumes and in any advertising. This information is listed below.

Individuals may use the AAA logo and name in the manner listed. Each use must clearly represent an individual or individuals, not an entire business or school. Avalanche Schools may list individual classes as being taught by AAA Certified Instructors or advertise adhering to Level 1 and 2 AAA Guidelines. The name or logo cannot be used on its own without a qualifier except in AAA applications.


Pro Members: Professional Member AAA [full name or logo]
Member Affiliate: Member of AAA [full name or logo]
Certified Instructor: Certified Instructor AAA [full name or logo]

All Members: Please register your use with the Executive Director at and he will send you the jpeg files in high resolution.