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CSDA on the Cutting Edge with New Training DVD US CSDA continues to develop, improve and expand its range of training materials, and is pleased to announce the release of a new instructional DVD and video on the subject of Flat Sawing and Blade Safety. The CSDA has been quick to respond to advancements in sawing and drilling equipment, such as electric and diesel power saws, and how they can affect the daily working practices of operators. By staying in tune with all the latest sawing and drilling developments, CSDA ensures it remains on the cutting edge of the industry. “There is far greater use of electric and diesel saws today than there were 10 years ago, and this DVD was upgraded to meet the technical challenges that operators face today,” says CSDA Safety Committee chairman Skip Aston. The Flat Sawing and Blade Safety Video helps to provide operators with the skills and knowledge required for safe and effective flat sawing, along with addressing important issues like proper blade tightening techniques. This was a necessity, as CSDA had become aware of some dangerous situations with blades coming loose and separating from the saw. “Operator safety is paramount, and safe working practices and precautions relating to this type of work are highlighted and reinforced. The video encourages operators and employers to refer to ANSI regulations and adhere to them. Safety is not only a matter of knowledge, but of attitude,” says lead instructor for CSDA training classes Rick Norland. Training not only benefits the employee but employers as well. Many companies will testify that the rewards associated with employing highly skilled, well-trained teams outweigh the costs of training courses and materials through the quality of their work and the satisfaction of clients. This new video is also available as an online course, along with many others, via the CSDA website. www.csda.org CSDA/OSHA Alliance Focus on Defensive Driving Through their Alliance, the Concrete Sawing and Drilling Association (CSDA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) provide vital materials to advance the safety and training of sawing and drilling professionals and to help foster a safe work environment. A major focus of the Alliance is to develop Best Practices (tip sheets) for the sawing and drilling industry. A new Best Practice entitled Defensive Driving (CSDA-OBP-1003) has just been developed and released in an effort to educate drivers and prevent on-the-job road accidents and injuries. Cities and towns everywhere are experiencing increased traffic due to the ever-growing numbers of vehicles on the road, and it is important to take all necessary precautions to avoid collisions with other vehicles or pedestrians. The Defensive Driving Best 50 PDi • Is s u e 1 - 2009 • Fe b - Ma r c h Practice provides sawing and drilling operators with advice and tips that will help them to remain vigilant behind the wheel and ensure their vehicles are roadworthy. Adherence to the information provided could literally be the difference between life and death for drivers and passengers. CSDA and OSHA have worked together on safety and health issues for the country’s concrete sawing and drilling industry for almost three years, and have also released Best Practice documents on the subjects of Highway Work Zone Safety and Reducing Silica Exposure. All of these Best Practices are also available in Spanish. OSHA will be sharing the CSDA booth at the 2009 World of Concrete, 2 – 6 February in Las Vegas. Representatives from OSHA will be present to answer any questions attendees have that relate to the health and safety of workers, specifically those employed in the sawing and drilling industry segment. To view this Best Practice document, visit www. csda.org and click on the OSHA Alliance logo towards the bottom of the home page. US Demolition Association’s new branding initiative includes revitalised website, logo and tagline promise Demolition contractors, engineers, general contractors, government regulators, the public, and the media now have a new authoritative source of information of all things involved with the demolition process at the National Demolition Association’s redesigned and revitalized website www.demolitionassociation.com. As part of its strategic growth plan for the future, the Association is accompanying the unveiling of the massively upgraded website with the introduction of a new logo and a new organizational tagline, “Making Way,” to communicate the promise that progress accompanies the demolition process. “The demolition industry has evolved into a very diverse and sophisticated business since the founding of our Association 37 years ago. Today it includes not only demolition contractors, but also companies involved in the broad spectrum of demolition-related services,” explained Michael R. Taylor, CAE, Executive Director. “We want our website to be the foremost source of information for all of these constituents, which is why we completely revamped it to put everything visitors need at their fingertips. It’s now the gateway to all information needed on the demolition process, on a worldwide basis.” The fresh, concise redesign and the enhanced, simplified navigation system enable visitors to quickly find what they are searching for on the site. One of the most noteworthy additions to the site is a series of new videos, which answer questions such as “When is Demolition Needed?” “What is the Process of Demolition?” “How Does our Work Benefit Society?” and “How Does the NDA Supports its Members?” Other features of the website will be safety-training courses, a member or supplier locator, access to the Demolition Safety Manual, or downloads of the training videos. The new logo found on the National Demolition Association site – a stylized wrecking ball within a box – presents a streamlined look of commitment and competency. The simple, bold statement represents the past, present, and future of the demolition process. Developing an appropriate tagline to convey the value of the demolition process led to the choice of “Making Way.” “This short, bold statement captures everything involved in demolition from demolishing structures to abating asbestos, cleaning up weapons site or remediating Brownfields,” Taylor said. He pointed out that many of today’s demolition firms are vertically integrated, owning their downstream buyers. “Many of our current members also provide services that may include construction and demolition debris recycling, landfill operations, and salvaging, while others perform hazardous material management and remediation which often precedes the actual structure take-down,” he added. These businesses, as well as civil engineering, architectural, and general contracting firm, are all viewed as being part of the demolition process. According to Taylor, the phrase “Making Way” conveys the fact that demolition professionals make way for the future, for new development, for historic preservation, for better schools, safer factories, and more jobs. “We ‘make way’ for a safer environment, cleaner streams, better public service, and economic progress.” For more information about membership in the National Demolition Association, go to www.demolitionassociation.com or call 1-800- 541-2412. The National Demolition Association is a non-profit trade organization representing more than 1,100 U.S. and Canadian companies and many international firms that are involved in the demolition process. Membership includes demolition contractors, general contractors, civil engineering firms, and recycling, landfill, and salvage operations. The Association’s efforts help members stay abreast of environmental, regulatory and safety matters, keep regulators informed about issues facing the industry, increase public and industry awareness, and provide members with networking opportunities and information on the latest technical advances in equipment and services. The website is www.demolitionassociation.com. 2009 Demolition Summit In line with the EDA strategy of revitalising the organisation is the planned Demolition Summit, a major new event for the world-wide demolition industry. The event will take place in November this year in the Okura Hotel, Amsterdam. The summit – which is expected to attract more than 400 people from leading firms and suppliers – will include a top-level conference and the inaugural Demolition Awards gala dinner, a celebration of the very best in the industry from around the globe. The whole event will be open to all demolition companies and the relevant manufacturers and suppliers. The conference programme has yet to be finalised but topics being discussed include: the latest economic forecast for the industry; case studies of notable projects; issues in waste, recycling and the environment; developments in high reach excavators; and improving safety standards. Demolition awards The Demolition Awards will be the first such event to be dedicated to and judged by this specialised sector of the construction industry. Chairman of the jury is the EDA President. The awards are intended to recognise those demolition contractors, large and small, who have displayed excellence over the course of their demolition activities by applying best practices, ensuring health and safety during their work, displaying innovation in terms of demolition techniques and in their attitude to the environment in which they operate. Entries will be judged by a panel of leading demolition and C&D recycling experts from around Europe, and is open to all. Contractors and manufacturers do not have to be members of their particular national association or of the EDA to enter. The awards categories are as follows: • Demolition Job of the Year • Demolition Company of the Year • Demolition Safety Award • Demolition Training Award • Demolition and Recycling Environmental Award • Best Explosive Demolition Award • Best Industrial Demolition Award • Best Confined Space/Urban Demolition Award • Manufacturers Innovation Award • Best Customer Support Award The summit will open on the evening of November 5 with a drinks reception, open to all, hosted by the EDA. The conference and awards dinner will take place on the following day, November 6. The Demolition Summit is besides EDA Demolition Association organised by KHL Group. www.eda-demolition.com
Mobile Crushing and Screening in Action The unification of the Extec and Fintec brands into the Sandvik group of companies has created the world’s largest, most comprehensive, and dynamic line-up of mobile crushing and screening equipment in the world. The Sandvik Mobile Screens and Crushers range now delivers all the familiar characteristics of productivity, versatility and exceptionally low running costs combined with levels of durability and aftersales support that are synonymous with the Sandvik name. New name, improved service, same great product. SANDVIK MOBILE CRUSHERS AND SCREENS HEARTHCOTE ROAD SWADLINCOTE DERBYSHIRE DE11 9DU ENGLAND TEL +44 (0)1283 212121 FAX +44 (0) 1283 217342 info.extec-fintec@sandvik.com www.extec.eu www.fintec.com
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