This chapter governs the professional conduct of social workers licensed by the Board regardless of whether the service delivery is in person, telephonically, or electronically. The objective of this chapter is the protection of the public, which shall be the primary guide in determining the appropriate professional conduct of all individuals whose activities are regulated by the Board. A social worker has a responsibility to practice ethically by considering the potential benefit versus risk of harm to clients when planning and delivering professional social work services, including respecting and facilitating clients’ rights to make informed decisions.