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 of what we’ve accomplished so far, but the future depends on two equally important factors: …
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 the issue was raised the PSV quickly shifted from 52 back to 48. This initial …
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, the five member committee has since met three times. Research has commenced for the development …
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 workers inhaling contaminated air. They belong in two main categories: Air-purifying respirators: Designed to filter …
The State Government’s Extractive and Mining Industry Advisory Board met on May 31, with Ron Kerr representing the CMPA. Box Ironbark The CMPA may seek compensation from the State Government on behalf of members, or even businesses that support members. CMPA members likely to be adversely affected by future access to resources are asked to …
Work Safely Training The pilot Work Safely Training programs have been successfully completed, and the remaining training programs are being carried out in the second half of 2002. Presented by the CMPA in association with Box Hill Institute of TAFE, the next round of sessions are to be held in Horsham, Ballarat, Melbourne, Traralgon and …
By Robin Hocking Municipalities throughout Victoria are now revaluing properties for rating purposes every two years. Prior to 2000 the periods between revaluations ranged between four and six years. Landowners will soon receive their municipal rates notices. New valuations were completed by June 30, 2002 and it must be expected there will be an increase …
Don’t miss the second CMPA Annual General Meeting The second CMPA Annual General Meeting is being held on July 26 at William Adams, Laverton. The AGM starts at 6pm with a tour of William Adams. The agenda includes a review of the year, an opportunity for questions, and of course, lots of opportunities to meet …
Bridge load limits bite at Strathbogie Safety issues have forced the Strathbogie Shire Council to approve bridge gross load limits, affecting more than 40 bridges that were previously unrestricted. Strathbogie Shire determined almost 40 per cent of their 128 bridges required new load limits due to safety concerns. Under the Local Government Act (1989), councils …
Has the CMPA progressed on its member’s interests? You be the judge and send your opinions to our newly appointed Editor Lisa Amor Recognition It is with pleasure that I report to you that on numerous occasions the concept of the CMPA and its works and the support of its members, their employees, and contractors …