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In an exemplary display of integrity, LeMessurier contacted various parties, including his insurance company and the building’s stakeholders, to proactively admit his error. He devised a repair strategy that included welding connections to enhance structural integrity, leading to a large-scale operation involving welders working overnight in secrecy for three months.
Lessons in Ethical Engineering
While LeMessurier's proactive responses to rectify the issue minimized immediate danger, his decision to keep the incident confidential for over two decades raised ethical questions. Critics argue that the public deserved to know of the risks associated with the building, particularly given the potential for catastrophic consequences.