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2001 Regulation Hand Book
INTRODUCTION
The objectives for which The Hong Kong Association of Private Practice Optometrists (HKAPPO) was established are essentially to promote optometry and to protect the interests of our members against unfair competitions. Members of HKAPPO are distinguished optometrists. By practising ethically and professionally to the highest standard, the importance of optometry in the provision of eye care will be recognized. We can also set a good example for other colleagues in the optometric profession. The Disciplinary & Regulations Committee (DRC) was formed to help bring this vision into reality.
To accomplish this difficult mission, members’ participation and co-operation are extremely essential. In this handbook, we are inviting our members to share this common vision and to comply with the guidelines which are intended to help our members to practise freely, smoothly, efficiently and professionally while maintaining a highly competitive environment for better services and financial return.
Formation of the DRC is neither to restrict nor to trap our members. “Punishment” would only be our last course of action. We hope that all members would support the DRC so that we will all move ahead in big successful steps.
General regulations:
- All members must comply with the latest issue of the Code of Practice released by the Optometry Board of Hong Kong Special Administration Region(HKSAR).
- All members must abide by regulations and resolutions approved by the council.
- All HKAPPO exclusive products and offers must not be transferred, exchanged, sold to non-members (any person or any company not on the current membership register). However, exemption is granted to teaching institutions (e.g. The Hong Kong Polytechnic University) for access to HKAPPO exclusive products from suppliers for the purpose of student training.
- All members should attend a minimum of 25% of continuing education functions/seminars conducted/approved by the Association to be eligible for renewal of membership in the following year.
- The Association has the right to make amendment(s) where necessary without prior notice.
- The Council shall have absolute discretion in the interpretation and exercise of all regulations in this handbook.
The HKAPPO materials:
2.1. LOGO
2.11. The HKAPPO logo (Logo) is the property of the Association. All the artwork of the Logo or any part of it must not be transformed or modified in any form unless prior approval is granted by the Council.
2.12. All members must not make use of the Logo for any personal purposes unless approved by the Council or unless provided by the Association. A set of specifications for the Logo will be provided by the Association to members for their adaptation and application in the use for their letterheads, business cards and any other items to be endorsed by the Association from time to time.
2.13. The Association has the right to terminate any membership for making unapproved use of the Logo without any prior written notice.
2.14. Any materials bearing the Logo should be returned, destroyed or disposed of upon request or upon expiry/termination of membership.
2.15. Piracy of the Logo and/or unauthorized use is illegal.
2.6. Any depreciation of the Association which may arise from the use of Logo is prohibited.
2.2. CERTIFICATE OF MEMBERSHIP
2.21. The Certificate is the property of the Association and must be returned upon request.
2.22. No part of the Certificate can be reproduced in any form or by any means including photographic, mechanical, electronic, or otherwise, without the permission of the Association.
2.23. No part of the Certificate can be amended, overwritten, deleted, or modified.
2.24. The Certificate is only valid with the following:
- Name of the member, and
- Valid year, and
- Signature of the Secretary, and
- Signature of the President.
2.25. Premises where the Certificate is displayed should be the same as that in the register.
2.26. Any display of the Certificate that causes depreciation of the Association is prohibited. (including invalid and expired copies)
2.25. Premises where the Certificate is displayed should be the same as that in the register.
2.26. Any display of the Certificate that causes depreciation of the Association is prohibited. (including invalid and expired copies)
2.27. The Certificate must be renewed annually.
2.3. MEMBERSHIP STAMP CHOP
2.31. All Stamp Chops (Chop) are the property of HKAPPO.
2.32. Each Chop bears the membership number for each member.
2.33. The Chop is a very important stationery. Members are responsible for the use of it and for the keeping of it in a safe place.
2.34. Exchanging or sharing use of the Chop is prohibited.
2.35. The Chop must be returned upon expiry of the membership, whatever is the condition .
2.36. Any damage or loss must be reported to the Secretary within thirty days. A nominal charge will be incurred to the member concerned for compensation or replacement.
2.4. HKAPPO STICKER
2.41. The Sticker is the property of the Association and must be returned upon request.
2.42. No part of the Sticker can be reproduced in any form or by any means including photographic, mechanical, electronic, or otherwise, without the permission of the Association.
2.43. No part of the Sticker can be amended, overwritten, deleted, or modified.
2.44. Sticker(s) should only be displayed at premise(s) which is/are registered with the Association.
2.45. Any display of the Sticker that may cause depreciation of the Association is prohibited. The sticker must be renewed annually and must be removed from the premises upon expiry of membership.
2.5. LAPEL PIN
2.51. The Lapel Pin (Pin) is the property of the Association and must be returned upon request.
2.52. All members are encouraged to wear it in any occasions and in all kinds of functions conducted by the Association for identification and as a symbol of camaraderie.
2.53. Only members can subscribe to and use the Pin as appropriate and it must be kept in good conditions.
2.54. The damaged Pin must be returned for exchange at nominal price.
2.55. Members must not cause any damage to the image and the reputation of the Association while wearing the Pin.
