Consumer representatives are expected to act with integrity at all times and not compromise the interests of consumers. If you discover that you have a conflict of interest or that you may be perceived to have a conflict of interest, you must bring it to the attention of your nominating organisation and the Committee Chair.

An example of a conflict of interest is if you were on a committee to decide on the purchase of a particular item of equipment and one of the suppliers for this particular piece of equipment was a company where a member of your family was employed. Having an interest in one of the companies may influence your decision.

If it is a major conflict, it will make representation difficult. In extreme cases you and your nominating organisation may decide that you need to resign your position on the committee.