Crane Industry to Address Safety Initiatives, Standards & Regulations in Wake of Recent Tower Crane Accidents

WHO: Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association Joel Dandrea, Executive Vice President National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators Graham Brent, Executive Director Associ

With the recent events that have occurred in the tower crane industry, experts will hold a press conference to address crane safety initiatives, standards and regulations. Spokespersons will discuss industry efforts to improve safety, share facts about the critical role of cranes in the world economy, and highlight trends in tower crane operations and safety.

WHEN:
Thursday, June 5, 2008
2:00 p.m.

WHERE:
The National Press Club
Zenger Room, 13th Floor
529 14th Street, NW (Corner of 14th & F)
Washington, DC 20045

Editor's Note: Journalists unable to attend the press conference can dial 1-877-829-1022 to hear remarks and participate in Q&A.

The Specialized Carriers and Rigging Association (SC&RA) is an international trade association of nearly 1,300 members from 43 nations. Members are involved in specialized transportation, machinery moving and erecting, industrial maintenance, millwrighting and crane and rigging operations, manufacturing and rental. SC&RA helps members run more efficient and safer businesses by monitoring and affecting pending legislation and regulatory policies at the state and national levels; researching and reporting on safety concerns and best business practices; and providing five yearly forums where these and other relevant member issues can be advanced.

CONTACT: Kristen Dennis, kdennis@stantoncomm.com, or Anna Gabbert, agabbert@stantoncomm.com, both for the Specialized Carriers and Rigging Association, +1-202-223-4933

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Source: Specialized Carriers and Rigging Association

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