Instructors should recognize that just because the Authority Having Jurisdiction has not adopted a code or standard as law, they may still be:

Instructors must understand that even if the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) has not adopted a particular code or standard as law, individuals can still be held accountable under that standard in a court of law. This means that adherence to established codes and standards can be viewed as a benchmark for the acceptable level of care or performance, and failure to follow these codes may lead to liability issues. Courts often rely on recognized standards when assessing negligence or wrongful actions, as these standards represent a consensus of best practices within the industry. Therefore, instructors must ensure that they and their students are familiar with relevant codes and standards, regardless of their legal adoption status, to mitigate legal risks and uphold safety within their operations.

The other options, while they may have some merit in different contexts, do not directly relate to the legal accountability aspect that comes with codes and standards. For instance, promotions or recognition by experts can occur independently of the legal implications surrounding codes or standards, and establishing rules about activities does not inherently involve accountability unless those rules align with accepted practices and standards.