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The professional needs to be registered in Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan. As a licensed professional mechanical engineer, it is essential to comply with the regulations of each province where the professional practices. Since the company is based in Alberta, designs are for a project located in Manitoba, and the principal modular components are constructed in Saskatchewan where the professional also oversees on-site work, registration in all three provinces is required. This ensures that the professional adheres to the local laws and regulations governing engineering practice in each province, safeguarding both the public and the integrity of the profession​​.

Kate has a professional and ethical duty to the local people and the environment (Option B). Observing harmful practices that threaten the local water supply requires immediate action beyond just internal discussions. Kate should inform local government authorities to intervene and prevent potential harm. This aligns with the principles of professional responsibility and ethical practice, which mandate professionals to protect human health and the environment, particularly in situations where their work could cause significant harm.

Accepting personal responsibility for the quality of work performed is fundamentally an attribute of professionalism (Option A). Professionalism entails adhering to the standards, responsibilities, and ethical codes of a profession. It emphasizes the importance of personal accountability in maintaining the integrity and quality of work, reflecting a commitment to ethical practice and excellence in one’s field.

The activity that is not a function of a technical society is to protect the public from engineering and/or geoscience professional misconduct. This responsibility typically falls under the jurisdiction of regulatory bodies or licensure boards rather than technical societies, which focus more on educational, professional development, and information dissemination activities .