Risk Management

My February issue of Structure arrived in the mail today, and I was immediately drawn to this op ed.

https://www.structuremag.org/article/editorial-climate-change-codes-and-the-structural-engineers-standard-of-care/

The essay appears in a structural engineering publication and is oriented towards structural engineers and climate, but I think the points it makes have broad applicability.

What do others think? What points stand out for you?

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Mitch Winkler P.E.(inactive), M.ASCE
Houston, TX
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It's an outstanding expression of engineers' situation right now when she says, "Engineers who remain thoughtful, engage clients transparently, and document their reasoning are practicing in a way that aligns with where expectations are heading." LINK

I would add that they are making safety paramount and protecting themselves and their clients from liability. Rapid climate change is happening. We can argue about what public policies should be, but arguing about the facts of climate change is foolhardy. Proper engineering practice is to identify potential future conditions and inform clients of the implications and tradeoffs in design, construction, and operation.

Bill Mc

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William McAnally Ph.D., P.E., BC.CE, BC.NE, F.ASCE
ENGINEER
Columbus MS
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