How this guidance applies to you

1. 4. In this guidance, the terms ‘you must’ and ‘you should’ are used in the following ways.

• ‘You must’ is used for an overriding duty or principle.
• ‘You should’ is used when we are providing an explanation of how you will meet the overriding duty.
• ‘You should’ is also used where the duty or principle will not apply in all situations or circumstances, or where there are factors outside your control that affect whether or how you can follow the guidance.

1. 5. While this guidance provides suggestions about what to do and who toa approach, it cannot be exhaustive. As a result, you will need to use your judgement to apply the principles to your particular circumstances. If you are not sure how this guidance applies to your situation, you should get advice from the individuals and bodies suggested in this guidance.
2. 6. Serious or persistent failure to follow this guidance will put your registration at risk.