OLS has established guidelines for ethical assessment, as follows:

• The differing needs and requirements of the person(s) being assessed, the local enterprise(s) and/or industry are identified and handled with sensitivity.
• Potential forms of conflict of interest in the assessment process and/or outcomes are identified and appropriate referrals are made, if necessary.
• All forms of harassment are avoided throughout the planning, conduct, reviewing and reporting of the assessment outcomes.
• The rights of the candidate(s) are protected during and after the assessment.
• Personal or interpersonal factors that are not relevant to the assessment of competence must not influence the assessment outcomes.
• The candidate(s) is made aware of rights and processes of appeal.
• Evidence that is gathered during the assessment is verified for validity, reliability, authenticity sufficiency and currency.
• Assessment decisions are based on available evidence that can be produced and verified by another assessor.
• Assessments are conducted within the boundaries of the assessment system policies and procedures.
• Formal agreement is obtained from both the candidate(s) and the assessor that the assessment was carried out in accordance with agreed procedures.
• Assessment tools, systems, and procedures are consistent with equal opportunity legislation.
• The candidate(s) is informed of all assessment reporting processes prior to the assessment.
• The candidate(s) is informed of all known potential consequences of decisions arising from an assessment, prior to the assessment.
• Confidentiality is maintained regarding assessment results.
• Results are only released with the written permission of the candidate(s).
• The assessment results are used consistently with the purposes explained to the candidate.
• Self - assessments are periodically conducted to ensure current competencies against the Assessment and Training Competency Standards.
• Professional development opportunities are identified and sought.
• Opportunities for networking amongst assessors are created and maintained.
• Opportunities are created for technical assistance in planning, conducting and reviewing assessment procedures and outcomes.