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Industrial Engineering Ethics
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Beneficence
This principle refers to actions that promote the well-being of others. In industrial engineering, beneficence can relate to improving worker safety, producing quality products, and ensuring systems are efficient and beneficial to all stakeholders.
Non-Maleficence
A commitment to avoiding causing harm. Industrial engineers must ensure their actions do not harm workers, the public, or the environment, such as by implementing proper safeguards and minimizing pollution.
Justice
This principle relates to fairness and equality. Industrial engineers should strive for fair treatment of all workers, equitable distribution of resources, and unbiased decision-making processes.
Autonomy
Respecting the rights of individuals to make their own choices. In industrial engineering, this might involve considering the ethical implications of automation and respecting workers' rights and freedoms.
Confidentiality
Maintaining the privacy of all information entrusted during the course of professional work. For industrial engineers, this could include safeguarding proprietary information and respecting the confidentiality of employee data.
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