Masonry Magazine May 2006 Page. 56

Words: Richard Felice, Frank Campitelli, Robert Barnes, Jennie Farnsworth, Jessica Bennett, Michael Adellizzi, John Kyl, Bill Nelson
Masonry Magazine May 2006 Page. 56

Masonry Magazine May 2006 Page. 56
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# Colorado

The Rocky Mountain Masonry Institute (RMMI) recently launched a "members only" section on its website, which includes an extensive database of technical information. This section addresses all technical questions that Technical Director Diane Travis has answered for members during the past 10 years. It also includes a directory of Brick Industry Association and National Concrete Masonry Association technical notes, technical reports and e-mails. The section also provides links to articles relevant to the industry, photographs of memorable events, and registration information for upcoming activities, seminars and classes.

The annual RMMI golf tournament has been scheduled for May 23 at Plum Creek Golf Course, near Colorado Springs, Colo. The shotgun-start event is a popular fundraiser for the nonprofit organization. Contact Member Services Director Linda Riney at linda@rmmi.org or (303) 893-3838 if you would like to participate.

RMMI's Technical Director Diane Travis will be taking her show on the road in May and August, presenting catered Box Lunch Seminars for architects, engineers, masons and homeowners ultimately, anyone who works with or has a masonry building-on the new International Building Code and its impact on building and design. Although the Uniform Building Code (UBC) was officially replaced by the International Building Code (IBC) in 2000, most municipalities did not get around to adopting the new code until recently. Most code authorities are now using the 2003 IBC.

Diane's Colorado mountain town tour will be: May 23 in either Durango or Telluride-depending on which town wins a competition to schedule attendees in advance; May 24 in Grand Junction; May 25 in Aspen; and May 26 in Vail. Contact Diane by May 17 for a specific listing of locations, times and to register by e-mailing dianet@rmmi.org. Advance registration is required to attend these seminars, in order to ensure sufficient class materials and food is available.

For more information, visit www.rmmi.org.

# Illinois

The International Masonry Institute (IMI) will hold the Residential Masonry Expo in Addison, Ill, on May 24. The event is co-sponsored with the American Institute of Architects' northeast Illinois chapter.

Educational sessions will discuss masonry veneers, the International Residential Code, fireplace and chimney construction, and firewalls for multi-family construction, There will also be technical seminars on brick, concrete masonry, stone and autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC).

Material suppliers will have products and literature on display, and IMI bricklaying instructors will lead hands-on demonstrations.

For a complete schedule and program, contact IMI at sconwell@imiweb.org or (312) 347-2500.

For more information on IMI, visit www.imiweb.org.

# Michigan

Rick Cianek of Schuster Construction Services and Michigan Mason Contractors' Association (MMCA) trustee continues to recover from his serious automobile accident that took place in January. He is in physical therapy and will need additional surgery. Please keep him in your prayers as he recovers from his injuries.

More than 100 members and their guests enjoyed the MMCA Las Vegas reception at The Venetian Resort Hotel Casino on Thursday, March 30. Friday, a general membership meeting and golf outing took place at Angel Park Golf Club.

The MMCA spring general membership meeting and golf outing will take place on Tuesday, May 9, 2006, at the Oak Lane Golf Club in Webberville.

For more information about future activities, please visit MMCA's website at www.mmca-mi.com.

# North Carolina

The North Carolina Masonry Contractors Association's (NCMCA) best apprentice masons will gather for the

# Senate Confirms Foulke to Lead OSHA

On March 15, Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao announced that the United States Senate had confirmed Edwin G. Foulke Jr. of South Carolina as assistant secretary of labor for occupational safety and health.

President George W. Bush nominated Foulke Sept.15, 2005, to head the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

"Ed has extensive knowledge and experience in workplace safety and health issues that he will put to use to protect workers and promote employer compliance," Chao said.

Prior to his nomination, Foulke was a partner with the law firm of Jackson Lewis LLP in Greenville, S.C., and chaired the firm's OSHA practice group. He served on the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission from 1990 to 1995, chairing the commission from March 1990 through February 1994. The commission is an independent federal agency that renders decisions in job safety and health disputes arising from inspections conducted by OSHA.

As head of OSHA, Foulke will be responsible for administering a comprehensive program to assure the safety and health of America's workers by setting and enforcing standards, providing training, outreach and education; and establishing partnerships and alliances that encourage continual improvement in workplace safety and health.

A native of Perkasie, Pa, Foulke graduated from North Carolina State University in 1974. He received his Juris Doctor from Loyola University in 1978 and a Master of Law (LL.M.) degree from Georgetown University Law School in 1993. He also served as an adjunct professor at St. Mary's Dominican College in New Orleans.

For more information, visit www.osha.gov.


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