Builders Newsletter - Edition 38
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Construction Industry News and Views Edition 38 - September 2010
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Dear Readers
"Give me a 4x4, and I will get you a mining license", this according to Nico Pienaar is a standing joke exchanged among business leaders in that industry. Article titled "The Supply Situation of Aggregates and Sand" informs us of how the licensing process works, the extent of corruption that has to be contended with and the ripple effect, it has on the construction sector.
As usual we do our best to provide lots of interesting Industry snippets. These include notification of a public hearing on unskilled labour, JBCC document training as well as an excellent article on tender blacklisting, penned by Alastair Hay. Association member Stedone Hazycrest Projects introduces the Geoplast System and Durban motorists are offered amnesty with a 50% discount, on outstanding traffic fines.
Although an historical piece rather than relating to current industry affairs "The Chrysler Building in New York" is this editions editor's choice. It's always incredibly fascinating to read, how the mavericks of the 30's built colossal super structures that remain iconic, and will for many generations to come.
Enjoy
Ernest Roper | Webmaster
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Stedone Hazycrest Projects Introduce Geoplast System
Association member Stedone Hazycrest Projects have introduced a new construction product to the South African market which has the potential to vastly improve the way in which affordable housing, classrooms and ablution projects are currently undertaken.
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Tender Blacklisting
In terms of the Regulations promulgated under the State Tender Board Act, 86 of 1968, the State Tender Board (Board) has the power, if it is of the opinion that a person who has concluded a contract with it has offered a bribe or has acted in a fraudulent manner, in bad faith or in any other improper manner, to resolve that such person be excluded from contracting with the Board for such period as it may decide.
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Public Hearing on The Unskilled Labour Sector
Department of Labour will be holding a public hearing, to investigate the feasibility of establishing a sectoral determination within the Unskilled Labour Sector.
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The Supply Situation of Aggregates and Sand
The issuing of licenses for the mining of aggregates and sand is of critical importance to the construction sector and the economy in general, said Nico Pienaar, Director of the Aggregate and Sand Association of South Africa (ASPASA).
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The Chrysler Building In New York
The tallest building in the world for a few months until surpassed by the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building in New York has been described by essayist Carter B. Horsley as "a magical sorcerer's wand, a phantasmagoria pinnacle worthy of the land of Oz".
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50% Discount On Traffic Fines
Durban motorists have been offered another amnesty period to pay their outstanding traffic fines after the Municipality's Council approved a 50 percent discount on fines.
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Improve The General Commercial Abilities Of Your Team
Your Association has arranged a one day seminar to be presented on Wednesday 27 October 2010 on the JBCC series 2000 principal building agreement.
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Tyre Price Collusion Probe
The building industry is highly reliant on vehicles of various shapes and sizes and something like tyre price collusion, impacts on the bottom line.
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NEW MEMBERS of THE ASSOCIATION
We are pleased to announce and welcome the following new members of the Association:
Ordinary Members
- Pierre Coetzee t/a Shamwa Maintenance, Durban
- Global Pact Trading 266 Pty Ltd t/a Global Pact Consulting, Durban
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Closing comments
We trust that the information contained in this newsletter is informative and useful.
If not, please feel free to let us know what topics you would like to see covered and we will happily do our best to accommodate you.
Ernest Roper | Webmaster
Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal
40 Essex Terrace
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal 3630
CONSULT YOUR ASSOCIATION.
WE ARE HERE TO HELP YOU !
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OHS Online forum
Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal recently launched an online forum dedicated to Health and Safety. The forum is open to anyone in the Health and Safety profession and is geared specifically to all matters relating to Construction Health and Safety.
Latest Threads:
To go directly to the forum click on this link http://safety.masterbuilders.co.za or copy and paste the link into your browser.
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SAIOSH Conference & Exhibition
South African Institute of Occupational Safety & Health Conference & Exhibition
Top Speakers will be presenting on:
OHS Act Legislation
Legal Requirements and Updates
OHS Training & Education
Construction Safety
Occupational Health & Hygiene
Risk Management
COID Act Update
Safety Practioner's Future in SA
Date: 28-29 October 2010
Venue: Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal Westville Contact: Elishya on 031 266 7070
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Upcoming Functions, Meetings and Events
11 October 2010
OHS Forum Meeting
15 October 2010
Excellence In Construction Awards Gala Dinner
22 October 2010
South Coast Tennis Day
04 November 2010
Midlands Golf Day
06 November 2010
Zululand Fishing Competition
For more information about forthcoming meetings, events and functions visit the Networking page on our website.
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