CODE OF A PETTY OFFICER

(1) uphold command intention.(2) follow exactly the rules of the Sea Org. Let there be no out-ethics among POs.(3) always take command in a situation that needs urgent handling when there is no senior present.(4) wear your Petty Officer uniform every day.(5) insist on your rights as a senior rating.(6) back up your seniors.(7) take responsibility for your juniors.(8) never invalidate your status or let it be invalidated. Hard work and nothing else won you your title. Be proud of it.(9) increase your knowledge and skill in seamanship daily-a Petty Officer is an experienced sailor. (FO 1978)