Description
Carry out translation activities according to accepted principles of right and wrong. This includes fairness, transparency, and impartiality. Do not use judgement or allow personal opinions to affect the quality of the translation or interpretation.
Alternative labels
adhere to an ethical code of conduct for translation activities
follow a translation code of ethics
observe an ethical code of conduct for translation activities
follow a code of ethics for translation activities
respect an ethical code of conduct for translation activities
follow a code of ethical conduct for translation activities
follow a translation code of ethical conduct
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Follow an ethical code of conduct for translation activities is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Translator: Translators transcribe written documents from one or more languages to another ensuring that the message and nuances therein remain in the translated material. They translate material backed up by an understanding of it, which can include commercial and industrial documentation, personal documents, journalism, novels, creative writing, and scientific texts delivering the translations in any format.
Interpreter: Interpreters understand and convert spoken communication from one language to another. They retain considerable amounts of information, often with the aid of note-taking, and communicate it immediately after whilst keeping the nuances and stress of the message in the recipient language.
Interpretation agency manager: Interpretation agency managers oversee operations in the delivery of interpretation services. They coordinate the efforts of a team of interpreters who understand and convert spoken communication from one language to another. They ensure the quality of the service and the administration of the interpretation agency.
Translation agency manager: Translation agency managers oversee operations in the delivery of translation services. They coordinate the efforts of a team of translators who translate written material from one language to another. They ensure the quality of the service and the administration of the translation agency.
Optional skill
Follow an ethical code of conduct for translation activities is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
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