Reference no: EM133408475

Scenario

Richard and Charles are talking in the hallway about the employee benefits program. Charles, who has had some recent financial trouble, explains to Richard how the benefits program has a loophole that will allow him to receive some financial assistance that he really needs to help pay health care costs for his mother. Cathy, a fellow worker, overhears the conversation. Later, Cathy is approached by her supervisor who says he heard a rumour that some people were taking advantage of the company benefits program.

Steps for Making Ethical Decisions:

Identify the ethical issue or problem.

List the facts that have the most bearing on the decision.

Identify anyone who might be affected by your decision and how.

Explain what each affected person would want you to do about the issue.

List three alternative actions and identify the best- and worst-case scenario for each alternative; anyone who may be negatively impacted by the choice; and any values that would be compromised by selecting the choice.

Determine a course of action.