4.3. Environmental Breaches

Try these first

1. 1.

   Define an environmental breach.

   Hint

   Think about what laws govern the environment.

2. 2.

   What is negligence in professional ethics?

   Hint

   Consider how this might impact public safety.

3. 3.

   What defines an environmental breach?

   • A violation of law
   • A term for negligence
   • A corporate structure

   Hint

   Recall the definition discussed in class.

4. 4.

   Is negligence a form of unethical conduct?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the consequences of negligence.

5. 5.

   Evaluate a recent environmental disaster linked to professional negligence. What ethical standards were violated?

   Hint

   Consider news articles or environmental studies detailing past incidents.

6. 6.

   Consider a scenario where a company is ignoring environmental regulations due to potential profit gains. Design a plan to address this breach ethically.

   Hint

   Reflect on the role of corporate governance in maintaining ethical standards.