Sam has noticed that the safety mechanism on the piece of equipment that he operates is not working. After repeatedly telling management about the defect but getting no response, he decides to report it to the provincial agency responsible for workplace safety. This is an example of
A) collusion.
B) insider trading.
C) stealth advertising.
D) violating the line of reporting.
E) whistle-blowing.

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When an employee reports a safety concern to an external regulatory agency after attempts to address the issue internally have failed, it is considered whistle-blowing. Sam is reporting a safety violation, which is precisely the type of information that whistle-blower legislation is designed to protect. Sam is fulfilling his ethical duty to protect the safety of himself and his colleagues.

Sam Has Noticed That the Safety Mechanism on the Piece