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Hill Research
Consultants abides by
the broad principles outlined in the codes of standards
of several professional associations, including the
American Association for
Public Opinion Research (AAPOR)
and the Council of American
Survey Research Organizations (CASRO). Specifically, HRC
is committed to these standards of professional
practice and responsibility:
We will respect survey respondents by:
- Protecting the identity of respondents, insuring
that individuals and their responses cannot
be related
except for legitimate and reasonable client
verification needs
- Protecting the respondent from interviews
that include incorrect or misleading information;
involve sensitive
subject matters that might create discomfort
or apprehension; are excessive in length; or
are initiated at an inconvenient
time.
We will respect clients by:
- Honestly stating the practical
limits of research in answering client information
needs
- Fully meeting
all study specifications and allowing the
client to verify all relevant material to confirm
compliance with agreed upon operations and
procedures
- Holding
strictly confidential all information obtained
about the client's business affairs
and research
program.
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