Contribute to ASCE/CI's - Commentary on OSHA's Proposed Rule for Cranes and Derricks in Construction

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published the Notice for Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) for Cranes and Derricks (C-DAC)on October 9, 2008. Public comments for the NPRM on Cranes and Derricks in Construction are due on December 8, 2008. ASCE has requested an extension for the public comment period. If you would like to review comments made or submit your comments to us, please go to:  http://content.constructioninst.org/CDAC-CraneSafetyCommentary.html

Student Days Conference a Success!!!!

Co-sponsored by CI and ASCE's San Francisco and Sacramento Sections (Sept. 26-28, 2008 San Francisco, CA).  Over 150 students from 12 different universities  attended the three-day workshop packed with technical sessions, site tours, and networking opportunities for construction engineering students.  Students networked with construction industry leaders, fine tuned their resumes with younger members, and visited the East Bay Bridge. Check out photos of the event at the Student Days website.

Proposed CI Bylaws: A meeting of the Construction Institute Board of Governors will be held on January 15, 2009. Among the items to be considered are amendments to the Institute's bylaws. Pursuant to Article XIII of the Institute's current bylaws, Institute members are to be notified at least 90 days prior to board action on the proposed amendments. If you would like to share feedback, please contact Marvin Oey.

Technical Region Directors Report  October 31, 2008.
All members of the ASCE Board of Direction are expected to communicate effectively with the constituents in their respective regions. The Technical Region is a worldwide, virtual region comprised of ASCE's seven Institutes. This report is intended to keep you informed of the news from the ASCE Board of Direction. Click here to read full report.

NCEES Announces Changes to Civil Engineering Exam.  The National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) introduced new specifications for its Civil Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) examination that will apply starting with the April 2008 exam administration.   As part of the revised specifications, a new depth module in construction engineering has been added.  Click here to read more about these changes and see a Guide for Professional Engineering Licensure for Constuction Professionals.

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