Ethical Conflict Resolution
100.16 In evaluating compliance with the fundamental principles, a professional
accountant may be required to resolve a conflict in the application of
fundamental principles.
100.17 When initiating either a formal or informal conflict resolution process, a
professional accountant should consider the following, either individually
or together with others, as part of the resolution process:
(a) Relevant facts;
(b) Ethical issues involved;
(c) Fundamental principles related to the matter in question;
(d) Established internal procedures; and
(e) Alternative courses of action.
Having considered these issues, a professional accountant should
determine the appropriate course of action that is consistent with the
fundamental principles identified. The professional accountant should
also weigh the consequences of each possible course of action. If the