International Bodyguard Association
The oldest and largest bodyguard association, with sites of protective service and education worldwide!
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As a member of the international Bodyguard Association (IBA), I acknowledge that it is my personal
responsibility to further the professional development of myself and other men and women who serve in the
protection industry.

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I will always exhibit the highest level of integrity in the performance of my professional duties, and I will carry
out my responsibilities with professional competence.

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I will not engage in any unethical or illegal conduct, or in any activity that could jeopardize my responsibilities.
I undertake to refrain from using narcotic or intoxicating substances that might hinder my judgement and my
ability to perform my duties to the fullest of my abilities.

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I will keep an open mind and commit myself to the pursuit of knowledge and information for the purpose of
discovering new methods and systems.

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I will always be honest when dealing with my principals, fellow Bodyguards, the International Bodyguard
Association (
IBA) it's members and officers, business associates and all others, and I will uphold the
standards established by our founder, Lucien Victor Ott.

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I acknowledge that a great deal of trust and responsibility has been given to me and I know that I must
dedicate myself in the furtherance of the bodyguard profession  and those whom I am sworn to protect.

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I will always acknowledge the fact I am a member of a truly unique international organization and I will not
hold any animosity or discriminate against another
IBA member based solely on ethnic origin (Nationality or
Skin Color), gender or religious persuasion (Creed).

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I will be truthful in representing myself to my principals, potential employers and fellow members of the IBA.
Further I will not misrepresent my Capabilities, or myself.

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I will not misrepresent myself as a Instructor or any other officer of the IBA nor will I teach bodyguard skills to
any person as such until I have received written permission of the Director General of the
IBA.

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Lastly, I will commit myself to attaining excellence in all areas of the bodyguard profession.
Our Founder Major
Lucien Victor Ott
(1931-1990)