PASS 2: Normative Requirements
Case 8: Balancing Client Directives and Public Welfare: Stormwater Management Dilemma
Principles
0
Classes
5
Individuals
Obligations
2
Classes
6
Individuals
Constraints
2
Classes
6
Individuals
Capabilities
3
Classes
5
Individuals
Extracted Ontology Entities
29 RDF entities extracted organized by concept type
Principles Extraction
Principles Individuals
Individuals to Add to proethica-case-8
These are specific people, organizations, and entities in this case| Individual | rdf:type | Properties & Relations | Source | |
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Competence_StormwaterCase_Facts
Committed
Individual Instance |
CompetencePrinciple |
Concrete Expression:
Engineer L conducts additional studies and qualitatively estimates the risk that heavy rainfall could lead to stormwater runoff
Invoked By:
Engineer L
Applied To:
Risk assessment of stormwater impact on watershed
Interpretation:
Professional competence requires thorough risk assessment based on changing conditions
Balanced With:
Tension Resolution:
Engineer L fulfills competence obligation by conducting studies despite project suspension
Case Relevance:
Demonstrates professional diligence in identifying and quantifying environmental risks
Was Generated By:
ProEthica Dual Principles Extraction
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:14.842579
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EnvironmentalStewardship_StormwaterCase_Facts
Committed
Individual Instance |
EnvironmentalStewardshipPrinciple |
Concrete Expression:
local environmental standards require steps to safeguard public water sources
Invoked By:
Applied To:
Protection of watershed and drinking water source from stormwater runoff
Interpretation:
Engineering design must comply with environmental standards to protect water resources
Balanced With:
Tension Resolution:
Client defers compliance, stating 'will address any compliance issues later, if needed'
Case Relevance:
Establishes legal and ethical baseline for environmental protection requirements
Was Generated By:
ProEthica Dual Principles Extraction
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:14.842579
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Transparency_StormwaterCase_Facts
Committed
Individual Instance |
TransparencyPrinciple |
Concrete Expression:
Engineer L notifies Client X of this risk, advising that additional protective measures should be considered
Invoked By:
Engineer L
Applied To:
Communication of environmental risks to client
Interpretation:
Professional obligation to fully disclose identified risks to client
Balanced With:
Tension Resolution:
Partially fulfilled - Engineer L eventually disclosed risks but not during initial suspension period
Case Relevance:
Highlights timing and completeness issues in risk disclosure
Was Generated By:
ProEthica Dual Principles Extraction
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:14.842579
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PublicWelfare_StormwaterCase_Facts
Committed
Individual Instance |
PublicWelfarePrinciple |
Concrete Expression:
ensuring that stormwater from the new development will not impact this primary drinking water source for the community
Invoked By:
Engineer L's scope of work
Applied To:
stormwater management system design for development near community water source
Interpretation:
Protection of community drinking water source is a fundamental responsibility in the engineering design
Balanced With:
Tension Resolution:
Unresolved - Engineer L notified client but proceeded despite client's refusal to add safeguards
Case Relevance:
Central to the ethical dilemma of whether to proceed with inadequate protections
Was Generated By:
ProEthica Dual Principles Extraction
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:14.842579
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ProfessionalIntegrity_StormwaterCase_Facts
Committed
Individual Instance |
IntegrityPrinciple |
Concrete Expression:
Despite Engineer L's concerns, Client X insists on proceeding without added safeguards
Invoked By:
Engineer L's professional concerns
Applied To:
Decision whether to continue with project despite inadequate safeguards
Interpretation:
Professional integrity requires standing firm on safety and environmental protection standards
Balanced With:
Tension Resolution:
Unresolved tension - Engineer L's integrity challenged by client's insistence
Case Relevance:
Core ethical conflict between maintaining professional standards and client demands
Was Generated By:
ProEthica Dual Principles Extraction
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:14.842579
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Obligations Extraction
New Obligations Classes
Classes to Add to proethica-intermediate
These are new obligations types not currently in the ontology| Class Label | Definition | Properties & Relations | Source | |
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Risk Assessment Obligation
Committed
rdfs:subClassOf Obligations |
Duty to properly identify, quantify, and communicate risks associated with professional work, including long-term and cumulative risks |
Derived From Principle:
Professional Competence and Due Diligence
Duty Type:
professional
Enforcement Mechanism:
Professional standards of practice, liability insurance requirements, court proceedings
Violation Consequences:
Professional negligence claims, loss of professional credibility, liability for damages
Example From Case:
Confidence Score:
0.75
Extraction Reasoning:
Distinct from general Competence Obligation as it specifically requires proactive risk identification and assessment as a standalone duty
Was Generated By:
ProEthica Dual Obligations Extraction
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:23.152288
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Environmental Protection Obligation
Committed
rdfs:subClassOf Obligations |
Requirement for professionals to protect environmental resources, particularly water sources, from contamination or degradation resulting from their professional work |
Derived From Principle:
Environmental Stewardship and Public Welfare
Duty Type:
professional
Enforcement Mechanism:
Environmental regulations, professional licensing boards, and civil/criminal penalties
Violation Consequences:
License suspension/revocation, fines, criminal charges, civil liability for environmental damage
Example From Case:
Confidence Score:
0.85
Extraction Reasoning:
While Safety Obligation exists, this specifically addresses environmental protection duties that go beyond immediate human safety to include ecosystem and resource protection
Was Generated By:
ProEthica Dual Obligations Extraction
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:23.152288
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Obligations Individuals
Individuals to Add to proethica-case-8
These are specific people, organizations, and entities in this case| Individual | rdf:type | Properties & Relations | Source | |
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EngineerL_RiskDisclosure_Resumption
Committed
Individual Instance |
DisclosureObligation |
Obligated Party:
Engineer L
Obligation Statement:
Must notify Client X of quantified risks and recommend protective measures
Derived From:
NSPE II.3.a and professional duty of care
Enforcement Context:
Professional standards and potential liability
Temporal Scope:
Upon work resumption and risk assessment
Compliance Status:
met
Case Context:
Engineer L notified Client X of risks and advised additional protective measures
Confidence Score:
0.95
Was Generated By:
ProEthica Dual Obligations Extraction
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:23.152288
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EngineerL_PublicWaterSafety_Obligation
Committed
Individual Instance |
SafetyObligation |
Obligated Party:
Engineer L
Obligation Statement:
Must ensure stormwater management system does not impact community drinking water source
Derived From:
NSPE I.1 - Hold paramount public safety, health, and welfare
Enforcement Context:
Professional engineering standards and environmental regulations
Temporal Scope:
Throughout entire project duration
Compliance Status:
pending
Case Context:
Engineer L's contractual scope includes ensuring no impact to drinking water source
Confidence Score:
0.95
Was Generated By:
ProEthica Dual Obligations Extraction
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:23.152288
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EngineerL_ReportingToAuthorities
Committed
Individual Instance |
ReportingObligation |
Obligated Party:
Engineer L
Obligation Statement:
May need to report to authorities if client proceeds without adequate safeguards for public water source
Derived From:
NSPE II.1.f - Report violations to appropriate professional bodies
Enforcement Context:
Professional ethics enforcement
Temporal Scope:
If client proceeds without adequate safeguards
Compliance Status:
pending
Case Context:
Client X insists on proceeding without added safeguards despite known risks
Confidence Score:
0.7
Was Generated By:
ProEthica Dual Obligations Extraction
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:23.152288
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EngineerL_RiskDisclosure_Suspension
Committed
Individual Instance |
DisclosureObligation |
Obligated Party:
Engineer L
Obligation Statement:
Must inform Client X of identified risks to drinking water source during work suspension
Derived From:
NSPE II.3.a - Disclosure of circumstances that could influence judgment
Enforcement Context:
Professional ethics standards
Temporal Scope:
At time of work suspension
Compliance Status:
unmet
Case Context:
Engineer L did not mention potential increased risk during suspension communications
Confidence Score:
0.9
Was Generated By:
ProEthica Dual Obligations Extraction
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:23.152288
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EngineerL_EnvironmentalCompliance
Committed
Individual Instance |
EnvironmentalProtectionObligation |
Obligated Party:
Engineer L
Obligation Statement:
Must ensure design complies with local environmental standards for public water source protection
Derived From:
Local environmental standards and regulations
Enforcement Context:
Environmental regulatory enforcement
Temporal Scope:
Throughout design and implementation
Compliance Status:
pending
Case Context:
Local environmental standards require steps to safeguard public water sources
Confidence Score:
0.85
Was Generated By:
ProEthica Dual Obligations Extraction
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:23.152288
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EngineerL_RiskQuantification
Committed
Individual Instance |
RiskAssessmentObligation |
Obligated Party:
Engineer L
Obligation Statement:
Must properly quantify and assess risks of stormwater impact on drinking water source
Derived From:
Professional standard of care and competence
Enforcement Context:
Professional liability standards
Temporal Scope:
During design phase and when conditions change
Compliance Status:
met
Case Context:
Engineer L conducted additional studies and qualitatively estimated risks after heavy rainfall
Confidence Score:
0.8
Was Generated By:
ProEthica Dual Obligations Extraction
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:23.152288
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Constraints Extraction
New Constraints Classes
Classes to Add to proethica-intermediate
These are new constraints types not currently in the ontology| Class Label | Definition | Properties & Relations | Source | |
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Environmental Impact Constraint
Committed
rdfs:subClassOf Constraints |
Boundaries on activities that could affect environmental resources, particularly those critical to public health and safety |
Constraint Type:
legal
Flexibility:
hard
Violation Impact:
Environmental damage, public health risks, regulatory penalties, professional liability
Mitigation Possible:
Through engineering controls and protective measures
Example From Case:
Confidence Score:
0.9
Extraction Reasoning:
Distinct from general safety constraints as it specifically addresses environmental boundaries that protect natural resources and public health
Was Generated By:
ProEthica Dual Constraints Extraction
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:21.321126
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Contractual Scope Constraint
Committed
rdfs:subClassOf Constraints |
Limitations on professional actions defined by the specific scope of work agreed upon in a contract, restricting what services can be performed and when |
Constraint Type:
procedural
Flexibility:
negotiable
Violation Impact:
Breach of contract, potential liability for work outside scope, payment disputes
Mitigation Possible:
Can be modified through contract amendments or change orders
Example From Case:
Confidence Score:
0.85
Extraction Reasoning:
While procedural constraints exist, this specifically addresses contractual boundaries on professional services that differ from general procedural requirements
Was Generated By:
ProEthica Dual Constraints Extraction
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:21.321126
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Constraints Individuals
Individuals to Add to proethica-case-8
These are specific people, organizations, and entities in this case| Individual | rdf:type | Properties & Relations | Source | |
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Contract_Scope_Boundary
Committed
Individual Instance |
ContractualScopeConstraint |
Constrained Entity:
Engineer L
Constraint Statement:
Must ensure stormwater from development will not impact primary drinking water source as per contract
Constraint Source:
Original contract with Client X
Enforcement Mechanism:
Contract terms and professional liability
Temporal Scope:
Duration of contract engagement
Severity:
critical
Case Context:
Part of Engineer L's scope includes ensuring no impact to drinking water source
Confidence Score:
0.85
Was Generated By:
ProEthica Dual Constraints Extraction
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:21.321126
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Environmental_Standards_Compliance
Committed
Individual Instance |
RegulatoryConstraint |
Constrained Entity:
Development project
Constraint Statement:
Must comply with local environmental standards requiring safeguards for public water sources
Constraint Source:
Local environmental standards
Enforcement Mechanism:
Regulatory agency oversight and penalties
Temporal Scope:
Permanent requirement
Severity:
critical
Case Context:
Local environmental standards require steps to safeguard public water sources
Confidence Score:
0.95
Was Generated By:
ProEthica Dual Constraints Extraction
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:21.321126
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Client_Budget_Limitation
Committed
Individual Instance |
ResourceConstraint |
Constrained Entity:
Project development
Constraint Statement:
Cannot exceed available client budget for stormwater management system
Constraint Source:
Client X's financial situation
Enforcement Mechanism:
Client approval required for expenditures
Temporal Scope:
Throughout project duration
Severity:
major
Case Context:
Client X encounters financial setbacks requiring work suspension; later cites continuing budget limitations
Confidence Score:
0.95
Was Generated By:
ProEthica Dual Constraints Extraction
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:21.321126
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Work_Suspension_Limitation
Committed
Individual Instance |
TemporalConstraint |
Constrained Entity:
Engineer L's work
Constraint Statement:
Cannot continue contracted work during client-requested suspension period
Constraint Source:
Client X's request due to financial setbacks
Enforcement Mechanism:
Contractual agreement
Temporal Scope:
Several months during suspension
Severity:
major
Case Context:
Client X requests Engineer L suspend work; work resumes months later
Confidence Score:
0.9
Was Generated By:
ProEthica Dual Constraints Extraction
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:21.321126
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Licensed_PE_Competence_Boundary
Committed
Individual Instance |
CompetenceConstraint |
Constrained Entity:
Engineer L
Constraint Statement:
Must operate within licensed professional engineering expertise in stormwater control design
Constraint Source:
Professional engineering license
Enforcement Mechanism:
State licensing board oversight
Temporal Scope:
Throughout professional practice
Severity:
critical
Case Context:
Engineer L has many years of experience in stormwater control design
Confidence Score:
0.95
Was Generated By:
ProEthica Dual Constraints Extraction
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:21.321126
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Drinking_Water_Protection_Requirement
Committed
Individual Instance |
EnvironmentalImpactConstraint |
Constrained Entity:
Stormwater management system design
Constraint Statement:
Cannot allow stormwater runoff to impact community's primary drinking water source
Constraint Source:
Local environmental standards and public health requirements
Enforcement Mechanism:
Regulatory compliance and enforcement
Temporal Scope:
Permanent - throughout development operation
Severity:
critical
Case Context:
Community relies on nearby surface water watershed as primary drinking water source
Confidence Score:
0.9
Was Generated By:
ProEthica Dual Constraints Extraction
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:21.321126
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Capabilities Extraction
New Capabilities Classes
Classes to Add to proethica-intermediate
These are new capabilities types not currently in the ontology| Class Label | Definition | Properties & Relations | Source | |
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Risk Assessment Capability
Committed
rdfs:subClassOf Capabilities |
The competency to identify, analyze, quantify and communicate potential risks and their impacts in professional contexts |
Capability Type:
analytical
Norm Competence Related:
Enables fulfillment of duty to protect public safety and welfare by identifying potential hazards
Skill Level:
advanced
Acquisition Method:
Professional education, specialized training in risk analysis, field experience with impact assessments
Example From Case:
Confidence:
0.9
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:21.773191
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Client Communication Capability
Committed
rdfs:subClassOf Capabilities |
The competency to effectively communicate technical concerns, risks, and recommendations to clients, including difficult or unwelcome information |
Capability Type:
communicative
Norm Competence Related:
Enables fulfillment of duty to inform clients of risks and maintain professional transparency
Skill Level:
intermediate
Acquisition Method:
Professional communication training, client management experience, ethics education
Example From Case:
Confidence:
0.95
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:21.773191
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Environmental Impact Capability
Committed
rdfs:subClassOf Capabilities |
The competency to assess and mitigate environmental consequences of professional activities, particularly regarding public resources |
Capability Type:
technical
Norm Competence Related:
Enables compliance with environmental protection obligations and safeguarding of public resources
Skill Level:
advanced
Acquisition Method:
Environmental engineering education, regulatory training, experience with watershed management
Example From Case:
Confidence:
0.85
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:21.773191
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Capabilities Individuals
Individuals to Add to proethica-case-8
These are specific people, organizations, and entities in this case| Individual | rdf:type | Properties & Relations | Source | |
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EngineerL_StormwaterDesign
Committed
Individual Instance |
TechnicalCapability |
Possessed By:
Engineer L
Capability Statement:
Design stormwater management systems for large developments
Demonstrated Through:
Many years of experience in stormwater control design
Proficiency Level:
expert
Enables Obligations:
Fulfillment of contractual obligations to design effective stormwater systems
Temporal Aspect:
Throughout the project timeline
Case Context:
Applied in designing system for residential/commercial development
Confidence:
1.0
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:21.773191
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EngineerL_RiskIdentification
Committed
Individual Instance |
RiskAssessmentCapability |
Possessed By:
Engineer L
Capability Statement:
Identify and assess risks of stormwater impact on drinking water sources
Demonstrated Through:
Recognizing increased risk during preliminary design phase and conducting additional studies
Proficiency Level:
advanced
Enables Obligations:
Duty to protect public safety and welfare
Temporal Aspect:
During preliminary design and after work resumption
Case Context:
Identified potential increased risk to community water source from development
Confidence:
0.9
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:21.773191
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EngineerL_ClientAdvisory
Committed
Individual Instance |
ClientCommunicationCapability |
Possessed By:
Engineer L
Capability Statement:
Communicate technical risks and recommendations to clients
Demonstrated Through:
Notifying Client X of risks and advising on protective measures
Proficiency Level:
intermediate
Enables Obligations:
Professional duty to inform clients of project risks
Temporal Aspect:
After work resumption when risks were quantified
Case Context:
Communicated watershed contamination risks to Client X despite client resistance
Confidence:
0.85
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:21.773191
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EngineerL_EnvironmentalCompliance
Committed
Individual Instance |
EnvironmentalImpactCapability |
Possessed By:
Engineer L
Capability Statement:
Ensure development compliance with environmental standards for water protection
Demonstrated Through:
Knowledge of local environmental standards requiring safeguards for public water sources
Proficiency Level:
advanced
Enables Obligations:
Compliance with environmental regulations and protection of public resources
Temporal Aspect:
Throughout project, especially after rainfall event
Case Context:
Applied knowledge of environmental standards to recommend additional protective measures
Confidence:
0.9
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:21.773191
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LicensedPE_ProfessionalJudgment
Committed
Individual Instance |
TechnicalCapability |
Possessed By:
All Licensed PEs
Capability Statement:
Exercise professional engineering judgment in technical matters
Demonstrated Through:
Professional engineering license and years of experience
Proficiency Level:
advanced
Enables Obligations:
Professional standard of care and public protection duties
Temporal Aspect:
Throughout professional practice
Case Context:
Engineer L's professional judgment about risks despite client preferences
Confidence:
0.95
Generated At Time:
2025-09-29T00:44:21.773191
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