Mary works at Acme, Inc. The company is heavily regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and it has an audit scheduled for next week. Mary's boss approached her and requested that she not tell anyone about the recent toxic waste spill that happened on the company's property. She later witnessed her boss destroying key documents that were recently requested by the EPA. Mary approaches her boss to tell him she is uncomfortable with the situation. Her boss tells her that he will fire her if she brings it up again.
In 1500 - 2100 words, discuss how the concepts of employment at will, whistle blowing and ethical frameworks apply in this scenario. Use at least four credible sources.