The scope of responsibilities of statutory bodies has been brought into question following a dispute where a contractor failed to pay sub-contractors while still receiving payments from VicRoads. Between February and October 2001 CMPA member Allstone Quarries Pty Ltd, near…
The impact of failing bridge infrastructure across the state is starting to bite as more and more shire councils recognise engineering and load problems with aging wooden bridges. Bridges up to 70 years old and with inadequate maintenance programs have…
Education is an important backbone to any industry and the CMPA sees the extractive industry no differently. Chairperson Ron Kerr said the economic success of the industry is underpinned by the quality of the people working in it. He added…
The 2002 CMPA AGM was held at William Adam’s Laverton facility in late July with more than 140 people attending to hear guest speakers, CMPA annual reports and enjoy a buffet style dinner. NEM Communication’s, Tim Connellen, ably acted as…
One of the earliest issues the CMPA reviewed on behalf of a member was the failure of VicRoads off-shoot Sprayline to advise of a PSV specifications change when requesting sealing aggregate rates. The CMPA member won the tender to supply…
A review of the life of asset depreciation schedules for quarrying equipment currently being undertaken by the Australian Tax Office could have serious impact on the financial viability of independent operators in the industry, according to the CMPA. The ATO…
Editorial Welcome to the July 2002 issue of CMPA News. Our seventh issue coincides with two important annual events – the CMPA Annual General Meeting, and membership renewal time! We’ve included in this issue some of our achievements. We’re proud…
PSV (Polished Stone Value) Ongoing correspondence over the last 18 months between Vic Roads, Spray Line and the CMPA has occurred and whilst the CMPA is not necessarily satisfied that the matter is resolved, it must be noted that once…
Report by Associates Committee secretary, Mark Whitla The CMPA Associates Committee has established a clear focus on how to address issues of benefit to the membership base. Formed following a meeting held at Komatsu Campbellfield on February 4 this year,…
Respiratory protective devices(Reprinted courtesy Business Forum, Vol.12 No.4 May 2002) This guidance note provides general advice for employers and employees on the selection, use and maintenance of respiratory protective devices. Respiratory protective devices (RPDs), or respirators, are designed to prevent…