4.4. Negligence

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does negligence refer to in professional ethics?

   Hint

   Think about the duty to protect others.

2. 2.

   Give one example of negligence.

   Hint

   Consider the responsibilities in engineering.

3. 3.

   What is the primary consequence of negligence in professional settings?

   • Increased trust
   • Legal action
   • Enhanced reputation

   Hint

   Consider the risks associated with failing to act.

4. 4.

   True or False: Negligence only applies to medical professionals.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think of different types of professionals.

5. 5.

   Consider a scenario where an engineer overlooks a critical safety step in a project. Analyze the potential outcomes if an incident occurs. Detail steps for preventing such negligence.

   Hint

   Think of the responsibilities laid on engineers.

6. 6.

   Reflect on a recent news article about negligence leading to safety incidents. What mechanisms can be implemented to mitigate such outcomes in the future?

   Hint

   Identify key preventive measures possible in professional environments.