In response to the letter “KBR not at fault” (Aug. 4 and TribLIVE.com) by Heather L. Browne, director of corporate communications for KBR Inc.: Hogwash. She states that the pump involved in the electrocution of Staff Sgt. Ryan Maseth of Shaler was not installed by KBR. If so, why does she not state who allegedly installed the pump?

Heather, allow me to enlighten you just a little. Allow me to introduce you to an old military axiom: “You can delegate authority, but you can’t delegate responsibility.” What dimwit installs a high-voltage water pump without properly grounding it, whether the building is grounded or not?

Being a military veteran, I can assure you that the Army teaches its people to ground all things electrical. If the Army failed at that, it is complicit. But face the facts: KBR is at the “Root” of the problem — no pun intended. Well, maybe!

Robert R. Taylor

Clarksburg

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