Hondo: Ethical Issues
Something’s rotten in Hondo
A case study
List of facts
Key facts
There are many key facts in this case study related to the situation. George, the plant manager of Ardnak Plastic inc. is emitting contaminants consistently above the EPA guidelines. Headquarters will not invest in new scrubbers, therefore leaving George with 2 options: correct the problem somehow or face the fines imposed by the EPA. The other plants have advised George to release heavy emissions at night when EPA inspectors are not there, so George can meet guidelines. Bill, George’s superior has proposed relocating the plant 15 miles south to Mexico, where government regulations on air quality are almost non-existent. George is at a crossroads now, faced with many ethical and social dilemmas.
Stake-Holders
The stake holders are as follows:
George – As manager of the plant in question, George is at the center of the current situation, and is in charge with any future decisions affecting the rest of the stakeholders.
Bill – As George’s superior, Bill also feels the heat from corporate when the situation is not being controlled. It is important that his subordinate takes care of the matter at hand, else he also held responsible.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) – As the regulators of plant emissions, The EPA are the ones presenting George with the option to lower emissions else face substantial fines.
Workers of Ardnak Plastic Inc – Since Bill has proposed relocating the company to Mexico on the condition that the company only hire Mexican workers, these current workers stand to lose all their jobs, severely affecting their family’s economic and social status. Their jobs depend on George’s decision
Mexican Government – The Mexican government is in talks with Bill to host the newly relocated company, they stand to benefit economically, as the factory would create more jobs for the Mexican citizens.
Community of Hondo – If the factory ultimately changes
A case study
List of facts
Key facts
There are many key facts in this case study related to the situation. George, the plant manager of Ardnak Plastic inc. is emitting contaminants consistently above the EPA guidelines. Headquarters will not invest in new scrubbers, therefore leaving George with 2 options: correct the problem somehow or face the fines imposed by the EPA. The other plants have advised George to release heavy emissions at night when EPA inspectors are not there, so George can meet guidelines. Bill, George’s superior has proposed relocating the plant 15 miles south to Mexico, where government regulations on air quality are almost non-existent. George is at a crossroads now, faced with many ethical and social dilemmas.
Stake-Holders
The stake holders are as follows:
George – As manager of the plant in question, George is at the center of the current situation, and is in charge with any future decisions affecting the rest of the stakeholders.
Bill – As George’s superior, Bill also feels the heat from corporate when the situation is not being controlled. It is important that his subordinate takes care of the matter at hand, else he also held responsible.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) – As the regulators of plant emissions, The EPA are the ones presenting George with the option to lower emissions else face substantial fines.
Workers of Ardnak Plastic Inc – Since Bill has proposed relocating the company to Mexico on the condition that the company only hire Mexican workers, these current workers stand to lose all their jobs, severely affecting their family’s economic and social status. Their jobs depend on George’s decision
Mexican Government – The Mexican government is in talks with Bill to host the newly relocated company, they stand to benefit economically, as the factory would create more jobs for the Mexican citizens.
Community of Hondo – If the factory ultimately changes