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Social workers have an ethical duty to protect clients from impaired practice and to address colleague impairment through appropriate channels. The priority is immediate client safety and adherence to agency policy. Notify the supervisor or designated leader promptly so sessions can be rescheduled and the colleague safely relieved of duties. Document objective observations (e.g., odor of alcohol, slurred speech, unsteady gait) without pejorative labels. Offer support for accessing employee assistance or treatment resources through proper internal processes. Option A abdicates responsibility. Option B may escalate conflict and violate dignity and confidentiality. Option D may be warranted later if harm occurs or the agency fails to act, but the first step is internal reporting per policy and chain of command. This approach balances client protection, due process, and compassion, aligning with ethical standards regarding competence, impairment, and professional responsibility.