It shall be the responsibility and duty of each Member to read and abide by the ‘Articles of Agreement’ and the ‘Rules of the ACO’, to maintain the highest of craft standards, to assume the obligation of maintaining their membership in good standing, to attend at least a yearly General Membership meeting, to exercise their vote, to serve as a member of a Committee when necessary or at least once a year.

Should the status of a Member change such that they no longer fulfil the requirements of Section (2), it is the Members responsibility to inform the Board, and the Board of Directors shall then consider any appropriate change in membership status, to be decided by majority vote.

The ACO aims to promote a healthy work environment and culture: one where everyone is respected, welcome and included, and one free from discrimination, harassment, and intimidation for any reason.

The ACO requires the highest standards from its members in their general conduct. This includes a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination and harassment, and equal treatment regardless of an individual’s characteristics including age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, class or regional origin, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy and maternity (Protected Characteristics).

Membership may be withdrawn at the discretion of the Board from any Member who brings the Association into disrepute or who in the opinion of the Board fails to fulfil the responsibilities and duties of the members described above, or who fails to pay the due subscription in a timely manner.