Seven states now have laws on the books that require construction workers to complete the OSHA 10-hour construction safety training course before they can work on certain construction projects. The states with an OSHA law already in effect are Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, New York, and most recently, Missouri. The state of Nevada OSHA training law becomes effective January 1, 2010.

BASF announced that it is hosting its first High Performance Buildings for Education Summit on Sept. 16, 2009 at 7 World Trade Center, the first commercial office building in New York to receive the U.S. Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification.

ClarkWestern Building Systems announced that its U.S.-based manufacturing facilities have received the Steel Stud Manufacturers Association code compliance certification. This certification provides independent verification that the quality of structural cold-formed steel framing manufactured by ClarkWestern complies with code requirements.

The International Powered Access Federation announced it has met the ISO 9001:2000 standard, having passed the main triennial audit on August 20. No major and no minor non-conformities were found.

Goodings Anthony R. Goodings has been appointed to the newly created position of director of sales for The Wagner Companies.Terex Aerial Work Platforms has named Mike Mrotek as the senior

Arizona supplier Premier Industrial Supply will be expanding its presence with the opening of its Canton, Ohio facility. The 10,000 square foot facility will supply and support the continuous growth of their east coast customer base, and allow the Phoenix facility to focus on all West Coast customers.

Thermafiber has launched its redesigned Web site. The new site, found at www.thermafiber.com, features a more simple and clear navigation, and also provides more details about the company’s specified mineral wool insulation products and services.

Stephen Sandherr, chief executive officer of the Associated General Contractors of America, reported that construction employment fell by 76,000 jobs in July, in reference to employment numbers released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Atlanta-based Sto Corp. has announced an exclusive joint warranty program with Structa Wire Corp., a British Columbia manufacturer of welded wire products for the lath and plaster industry.

The American Shotcrete Association recently released a new compilation of papers focusing on Shotcrete’s use in the repair and rehabilitation of infrastructure.