The ethical rules set out in this Code derive from the Constitution, in particular the Preamble to the Constitution of 1946, from France’s international commitments, from the general principles of law and from the laws and regulations in force, in particular the statutory rules applicable to civil servants and those governing relations between the public and the administration.
When carrying out their duties, the staff of the labour inspection system enjoy a guarantee of independence that protects them from undue external influence. This guarantee conditions the quality of the service provided to the public and the confidence of users in the labour inspection public service.