Masonry Magazine October 1994 Page. 44
BOOKS & FILMS
"Comprehensive Safety Manual" is designed to help contractors in establishing an effective employee safety and health program. Some of the areas covered include government compliance, safety education and training programs, personal protective equipment, material handling and fire protection and prevention. $75. Mason Contractor's Association of America, 1550 Spring Road, Suite 320, Oak Brook, IL 60521.
"Calculating Construction Damages" provides the understanding of the legal basis for allowing different types of damages. Chapters explore cost over runs for labor and management, small tools, added materials, bond and insurance, and home office and job site overhead. $115. Wiley Law Publications, 7222 Commerce Center Drive, Suite 240, Colorado Springs, CO 80919.
Six minute, complimentary video covers the functions and capabilities of an aerial work platform. It provides an operator's view of driving and control ease of the equipment which is designed for use in industrial, commercial and construction applications. Scanlift USA, 701 S. Girls School Road, Indianapolis, IN 46231.
"Block Masonry in the Contemporary Landscape" a four page pictorial presentation which describes design, privacy, durability and practical benefits of block masonry used in walls and landscaping. $3. Concrete Masonry Association of California and Nevada, 6060 Sunrise Vista Drive, Suite 1875, Citrus Heights, CA 95610.
"Directory of Building Codes and Regulations gives code information for one and two family dwellings, modular buildings, and commercial structures. Contains the current phone numbers and addresses of key contacts and specialists who can answer your building code questions. Comes in two volumes, state and city. The state volume provides you with data on all 50 states while the city volume covers all cities with a population greater than 400,000. State volume $99.50, city volume $79.50, both volumes $155.50. National Conference of States on Building Codes and Standards, 505 Huntmar Park Drive, Suite 210, Herndon, VA 22070.
"Ready for Inspection: What to do During an OSHA Inspection" is a kit with video that provides tips on what to expect during an OSHA inspection and describes what steps can be taken to ensure a favorable outcome. Kit also includes a check list that can be used on site to ensure critical procedures are followed. $84. American Subcontractors Association, 1004 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22314.
"Seismic Design of Reinforced Concrete and Masonry Buildings, a 768 page hard cover book emphasizes design, not analysis. Concepts of seismic design, qualifications of detailing on structural design, a review of causes and effects of earthquakes, and the latest information from the most recent major earthquakes are also included. $84.95. American Concrete Institute, Box 19150, Detroit, MI 48219.
Ten minute complimentary video explains how an exterior foundation waterproofing system benefits livable basements. Koch Materials Company, Box 2155, Heath, OH 43056.