Material Safety Data Sheets: The Hazards of Chemicals
February 2025

Crystalline Silica: Silicosis Respiratory Protection
February 2025

Crystalline Silica: Silicosis Hazard Recognition
February 2025

Crystalline Silica: Silicosis Hazard Controls
February 2025

Personal Protective Equipment: Personal Protective Equipment Requirements
February 2025

Hazard Communication: Hazard Communication Orientation
February 2025

Meet GEORGE AI: The Tool Building Tomorrow's Foundation
December 2024

George Miller helped get the MCAA started 75 years ago, and another GEORGE will help kick off the next 75. Our AI system, which we’ve worked on for almost three years now, is filled with purpose-built Assistants designed to make the masonry industry more

NSI and ISFA Announce Silica Exposure Literature Review
November 2024

NSI and ISFA are proud to present a literature review that summarizes the growing library of studies related to respirable crystalline silica (RCS) exposure. Completed by Yale Occupational and Environmental Medicine, the study covers 34 publications and d

MASONRY STRONG Podcast Episode 5 Recap: Zach Everett
November 2024

Welcome back to another insightful episode of the Masonry Strong podcast! Today, we have a very special guest, Zach Everett, sharing his journey and experiences in the world of safety within the masonry industry. From humble beginnings to becoming a vital

MCAA's GEORGE AI 2.1 Update Unveils Realtime Masonry Spanish Translations, Five New Assistants, Slew Of UI Improvements
November 2024

After its initial release at the beginning of October, thousands of users are now using GEORGE to boost productivity like never before. Now, with five new safety assistants and performance improvements, the experience continues to improve.

Silica Guidance Documents Now Available
August 2024

Oberlin, OH, August 6, 2024—The Natural Stone Institute and the International Surface Fabricators Association are proud to introduce two guidance documents for workplace silica exposure assessment assembled by the Yale School of Medicine. These documents

Hydro-Tail™ Joins The Gold Level Of Masonry Alliance Program
July 2024

The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is proud to announce that Hydro-Tail™ has joined the Masonry Alliance Program (MAP) at the Gold Level. Hydro-Tail™ is the 51st company to join the MAP.

Engineering Out Silica Hazards
July 2024

In recent months, we have addressed the dangers of silica exposure. Unfortunately, we often think of protection from silica in the form of PPE. Suppose there's silica; put on a respirator. This should be the last resort.

Silica Safety: Silica and the Tragedy of the Hawk’s Nest Tunnel
April 2024

Do you think silica is dangerous? Is it blown out of proportion by OSHA? The Hawk's Nest tragedy was a horrific incident of immorality against workers by overt neglect as it pertains to silica exposure.

Masons First with Lightweight Concrete Masonry Units
January 2024

Masons First with Lightweight Concrete Masonry Units

Tips & Tricks: Rotary Hammers
August 2023

Tips & Tricks: Rotary Hammers