Code of the Armed Forces Warrant Officer
Warrant Officers shall conscientiously strive to:
W illingly render loyal services to superiors, subordinates and peers in every organization of which they are members.
A lways set an example in conduct, appearance and performance that will make others proud to know and work with them.
R eliably discharge all duties with which they are confronted whether such duties are expressed or implied.
R eadily subordinate their personal interests and welfare to those of their organization and their subordinates.
A ccept responsibility at every opportunity and acknowledge full accountability for their actions.
N ever knowingly tolerate wrongdoing by themselves or others, whether by commission or omission, design or neglect.
T each other people in a way that effectively expands and perpetuates the scope of their technical competence.
O btain breadth of perspective and depth of understanding beyond the limits of their specific responsibility.
F aithfully adhere to their oath of office in all respects, upholding and defending the nation's constitution by both word and deed.
F orcefully take the initiative to stimulate constructive action in all areas requiring or inviting their attention.
I mprove themselves physically and mentally, professionally and personally, to increase their own abilities and the value of their services.
C ontribute their past experiences, service and knowledge to a dedicated effort for a betterment of the future.
E arn an ironclad reputation for the absolute integrity of their word.
R eflect credit and inspire confidence in themselves, the Warrant Officer Corps, the military service of the nation and the United States of America.
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