The public’s safety and welfare must always come first when a team finds a design defect that could have an impact on safety. Engineers are required by the IET’s Rules of Conduct to put the public’s safety, health, and welfare first. This means that the team’s responsibility is to report any flaws and possible dangers related to the product as soon as they are discovered. In order to avoid harm and uphold one’s professional ethics, whistleblowing becomes morally required. This include notifying the relevant parties inside the organisation of any concerns as well as, if required, outside regulatory agencies. Rather of punishing whistleblowers, the company’s approach should centre on responsibility, openness, and fixing the problem. The severity of the defect, potential dangers, and the company’s response to internal concerns will all influence the team’s decision to come clean. However, the group must prioritise the public’s wellbeing over all other concerns and be ready to raise the alarm if necessary.
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