April 2012 Table of Contents

Words: Dan KamysTable of Contents

April 2012 Volume 51, Number 4

FEATURES

A Crash Course in Planks When armed with the correct information, you have control over jobsite accidents and fines. Masonry consults a planking industry expert.

Software: Efficiency at Your Fingertips Keeping up with software advances can be frustrating, but let’s face it – this is a good problem to have.

Scaffolding: What OSHA Really Looks For Check out these simple steps to cut OSHA fines.

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COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS From the Editor President’s Message Government Affairs New Products BRICKLAYER 500 Best Practices Making the Grade Full Contact PM Classified Advertising News MCAA Upcoming Education New Members

Software That Adjusts to Your Business
October 2026

Every masonry contractor tracks something a little different. One company tracks cost to install a unit. Another tracks material waste by job. A third needs to flag which crew members have a certification coming up for renewal. None of that shows up as a

Erin Koets
MAP Partner
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GEORGE 3 Is Here: From Test Drive To Jobsite
October 2026

GEORGE 3.0 Beta brings a simpler home screen, easier mode selection, and practical tools shaped by feedback from the masonry industry.

Dan Kamys
News and Events
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Bon Tool Remains a Silver Partner in 2027
October 2026

The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is pleased to announce that Bon Tool will remain as a Silver Partner in the 2027 Masonry Alliance Program.

MAP Partner
MAP Partner
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Tradesmen's Software Continues as a Gold Partner in 2027
October 2026

The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is delighted to share that Tradesmen's Software will continue as a Gold Partner in the 2027 Masonry Alliance Program.

MAP Partner
MAP Partner
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