The situation you described addresses several sections of the Ethics Code, depending on the specific code being referred to. If we're talking about the American Psychological Association's (APA) Ethics Code, it could involve: 1. Principle a ________. Beneficence and Nonmaleficence - This principle involves striving to benefit others and do no harm. If a co-worker's actions could compromise safety, they could be violating this principle. 2. Principle B: Fidelity and Responsibility - This principle involves establishing relationships of trust and being aware of one's professional responsibilities. If a co-worker is taking shortcuts that could compromise safety, they could be violating this principle. 3. Principle E: Respect for People's Rights and Dignity - This principle involves respecting the dignity and worth of all people, and the rights of individuals to privacy, confidentiality, and self-determination. If a co-worker's actions could compromise safety, they could be violating this principle. To address this ethically, you could take the following steps: 1. Document the behavior: Keep a record of the instances where you've noticed the co-worker taking shortcuts that could compromise safety. 2. Confront the co-worker: Speak to the co-worker about your concerns. They may not realize the potential harm their actions could cause. 3. Report