Engineering policy covers standards, regulation, professional liability, engineering safety and public procurement. AAE applies one principle in this field: independent, restrained and professional.
- Offer expert advice on engineering safety standards, quality acceptance and liability regimes.
- Take part in technical reviews and post-incident learning following major engineering failures, offering a non-governmental perspective.
- Oppose the sacrifice of engineering quality to lowest-price bidding, and promote sensible procurement and pricing mechanisms.
- Express professional views on engineer registration, continuing professional development and professional liability insurance.