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Standards Don't Save Lives Unless We Follow Them
| 题名： | Standards Don't Save Lives Unless We Follow Them |
| 正文语种： | eng |
| 作者： | MARIA C. LEHMAN |
| 摘要： | As I reflect on the past year, it pains me deeply that the above title is so true. The ongoing water crisis in Jackson, Mississippi; the earthquake in Turkey and Syria with the large loss of life; and the toxic train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, precipitating an environmental crisis are examples. Either by noncompliance with building codes or choosing to look the other way to maximize profits, decisions were made not to follow civil engineering codes, standards, and best practices. It's behavior that is so disturbing, it shakes me to the core. Our updated ASCE Code of Ethics states in the preamble: Members of The American Society of Civil Engineers conduct themselves with integrity and professionalism, and above all else protect and advance the health, safety, and welfare of the public through the practice of Civil Engineering. Engineers govern their professional careers on the following fundamental principles: create safe, resilient, and sustainable infrastructure; treat all persons with respect, dignity, and fairness in a manner that fosters equitable participation without regard to personal identity; consider the current and anticipated needs of society; and utilize their knowledge and skills to enhance the quality of life for humanity. |
| 出版年： | 2023 |
| 期刊名称： | Civil Engineering |
| 卷： | 93 |
| 期： | 3 |
| 页码： | 8-8 |
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