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72 • APRIL 2014 • WORLD FENCE NEWS Efficiency Rewards Team can reduce errors and improve company performance "buzz" in the air, signaling a fresh breeze of hopefulness throughout the show that the FenceTech show is alive and well and showing renewed life and vigor. Kudos to the new management team led by AFA president Mike Robinson of Robinson Fence in Springfield, Mo. and newly-appointed executive vice-president Tony Thorn- ton of Dallas. There was some trepidation that the new team could pull off a show of this magnitude under such tight time constraints, especially being held this late in the work season and after such a hard winter. But not only did they pull it off, in my opinion, it was one of the best and most productive shows in years. I am confident that next year's trade show, slated to be held in the al- ways popular Orlando, Fla., will con- tinue to draw large crowds and offer a great atmosphere for learning and sharing and promoting general cama- raderie among attendees and vendors alike. Tom Luby, Profit Builders Interna- tional (PBI), has developed the Roadmap to Success program, which of- fers valuable busi- ness information necessary to suc- cessfully operate a fencing company. He has conducted business seminars as part of the educational programs at the FenceTech and Jackpot conven- tions. Tom's entire "Roadmap to Suc- cess" program is available on CD, along with "The Close" and "The If you are a metal fabricator, there is an institution in Memphis, Tenn. in which you will be inter- ested. The National Ornamental Metal Museum is the only facility in the United States devoted exclusively to the advancement of the art and craft of fine metalwork. This is achieved through exhibi- tions, collections, conservation, restoration and consulting services, classes, internship opportunities, artist residencies and apprentice- ships, research and onsite fabrication of artwork and architectural ele- ments. The Metal Museum has been in existence since 1975, and was cre- ated through the efforts of the Mem- phis Chapter of the National Ornamental & Miscellaneous Metals Association (NOMMA). The address is 374 Metal Mu- seum Drive, Memphis, Tennessee. For hours of operation and more in- formation, phone 901-774-6380 or 877-881-2326. Visit the Metal Museum's web site www.metalmuseum.org. The Metal Museum is funded by members and donors and through ArtsMemphis, the Tennessee Arts Commission and the Keeler family. Metal Museum devoted to the art of fabrication Roadmap to Success" user manual. Contact PBI at 3421 10th Lane West, Palmetto, Florida 33221. Office phone 941-981-3677, cell 941-807-7666, fax 941-981-3677. Visit www.profit- builder.org. OSHA issues fall prevention guidelines According to OSHA, falls are the leading cause of death in the construc- tion industry. In 2010, there were 264 fall fatalities (255 falls to lower level) out of 774 total fatalities in construc- tion. These deaths are preventable. Falls can be prevented and lives can be saved through three simple steps: Plan, Provide, and Train. OSHA has launched a nationwide outreach campaign to raise awareness among workers and employers about the hazards of falls from ladders, scaf- folds and roofs. The educational resources page may be found at www.osha.gov and gives workers and employers informa- tion about falls and how to prevent them. There are also training tools for employers to use and posters to dis- play at their worksites. Many of the new resources target vulnerable work- ers with limited English proficiency. OSHA has partnered with the Na- tional Institute for Occupational Safety and Health and National Occupational Research Agenda (NORA) – Con- struction Sector on this nationwide outreach campaign to raise awareness among workers and employers about common fall hazards in construction, and how falls from ladders, scaffolds and roofs can be prevented and lives can be saved. Here's how: Plan ahead to do the job safely. When working from heights, such as ladders, scaffolds, and roofs, em- ployers must plan projects to ensure that the job is done safely. Begin by deciding how the job will be done, what tasks will be involved, and what safety equipment may be needed to complete each task. When estimating the cost of a job, employers should include safety equipment, and plan to have all the necessary equipment and tools avail- able at the construction site. For ex- ample, in a roofing job, think about all of the different fall hazards, such as holes or skylights and leading edges, then plan and select fall protection suitable to that work, such as personal fall arrest systems (PFAS). Provide the right equipment. Workers who are six feet or more above lower levels are at risk for seri- ous injury or death if they should fall. To protect these workers, employers must provide fall protection and the right equipment for the job, including the right kinds of ladders, scaffolds, and safety gear. Different ladders and scaffolds are appropriate for different jobs. Always provide workers with the kind they need to get the job done safely. If workers use personal fall arrest systems (PFAS), provide a harness for each worker who needs to tie off to the anchor. Make sure the PFAS fits, and regularly inspect all fall protection equipment to ensure it's still in good condition and safe to use. Train everyone to use the equip- ment safely. Falls can be prevented when workers understand proper set-up and safe use of equipment, so they need training on the specific equipment they will use to complete the job. Murphy's Laws of Work • A pat on the back is only a few inches from a kick in the pants. • The more crap you put up with, the more crap you are going to get. • Mother said there would be days like this, but she never said there would be so many. • If at first you don't succeed, try again. Then quit. No use being a darn fool about it.