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The National Roofing Foundation (NRF) is accepting applications for its 2006-07 academic scholarships.

The scholarships, which provide recipients with $1,000 per year for up to four years of undergraduate study, are awarded to employees, immediate family of employees or immediate family of NRCA contractor members. Applicants must be high-school seniors or graduates who plan to enroll or students who already are enrolled in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited two- or four-year college, university, or vocational or technical school. Recipients may use the money to support their studies at any accredited post-secondary institution; scholarships are not limited to students planning to enter the roofingindustry.

Recipients will be chosen based on academic record, potential to succeed, leadership and participation in school and community activities, honors, work experience, statement of educational goals and third-party appraisal. Financial need is not considered. Applications must be received by Jan. 31, 2006, and winners will be notified by May 2006.

For more information, contact Michelle Iniguez, NRF assistant, at (847) 299-9070, Ext. 7539; fax (847) 299-1183; or e-mail miniguez@nationalroofingfoundation.net. Information and an application form also can be found on NRF's Web site, www.nationalroofingfoundation.net.

Alliance study

The Roofing Industry Alliance for Progress commissioned a study to explore the future of the roofing industry. The results of this study were published in a report, The Roofing Industry in 2025.

Industry leaders participated in a series of "future focus groups" that contributed to many aspects of the report, as well as identified areas for further research.

The report also includes interviews with construction industry experts and extensive trends research findings. It covers topics such as the potential labor pool, materials, energy efficiency, industry structure and globalization.

The report is intended to spark discussion and debate within the roofing industry and contains many references for more in-depth exploration of the ideas presented. The alliance hopes the concepts detailed in the report will engage the roofing industry in meaningful and purposeful conversation about the industry's future and prepare the entire roofing industry for a prosperous future.

The report is available for $40 to NRCA members and $80 to nonmembers. To order the report, contact NRCA InfoExpress at (866) ASK-NRCA (275-6722); fax (847) 299-1183; or visit NRCA's virtual store at shop.nrca.net.

Manuals, videos and CD-ROMS

NRCA offers the following products for sale. For more information or to place an order, visit shop.nrca.net; fax (847) 299-1183; or call InfoExpress at (866) ASK-NRCA (275-6722).

The Insurance Guide for the Professional Roofing Contractor, Second Edition, was updated in 2005 and will help you evaluate your insurance needs, establish programs and monitor effectiveness. It also will enhance your knowledge of types of insurance coverage and serve as a valuable reference tool so you can be fully prepared when communicating with your insurance agent or broker.

Mastering the Craft: The Essentials of Metal Roof Systems is a worker training program produced jointly by NRCA and the Metal Construction Association. It will introduce your crews to the fundamentals of installing metal roof systems; metal properties, finishes and coatings; application techniques; and safety issues related to metal roof systems. A Spanish version also is available.

Marketing Strategies for Roofing Contractors is NRCA's marketing manual with a step-by-step process for developing a comprehensive marketing plan for your company. Based on research conducted via surveys with commercial and residential contractors, the manual explores deficiencies in roofing contractors' marketing efforts and shows you how to improve them. The manual includes lists of marketing resources and a glossary of marketing terms.

The OSHA Citation Defense Manual allows you to familiarize yourself with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) procedures, practices and terms. You will be better prepared to handle OSHA inspections and respond to citations, as well as better equipped to defend yourself against alleged violations and improper citations.

Updated in 2004, the NRCA EnergyWise Roof Calculator is a software application that allows you to construct virtual roof assemblies to evaluate thermal efficiency and estimate annual energy costs. It also contains minimum thermal insulation requirements. After being prompted to enter specific roof assembly information, you then can generate a report summarizing the proposed roof assembly design, estimated heating and cooling costs, and minimum thermal requirements.

Develop company-specific and job-specific safety programs, quickly access resource and training materials, and manage an assortment of safety-related issues with the NRCA Roofing Safety Resource CD. Based on the print version of the NRCA Safety Manual, the CD-ROM allows you to compile, save and print safety programs tailored to particular roofing projects. In addition, it allows you to develop a safety program in a format that is concise and professional. The CD-ROM contains the full set of NRCA Toolbox Talks I and II, NRCA's Pocket Guide to Safety and job-hazard assessment checklists by chapter topic. Other features include storing employee data; saving and printing required OSHA injury reporting forms; and links to current OSHA regulations, safety resources and other government agencies that affect the roofing industry.

Upcoming NRCA events

Additional information about upcoming NRCA events can be found on NRCA's Web site, www.nrca.net.

October

18-21
NRCA's Fall Committee Meetings and Legislative Conference
Washington, D.C.
Contact: Michelle Iniguez
(847) 299-9070, Ext. 7539
NRCA's Executive Committee meets to discuss NRCA and industry issues; members are invited to engage in legislative activities.

27
For Foremen Only, Level One
Dallas
Contact: Janice Davis
(847) 299-9070, Ext. 7505
Educational program focusing on communication and management skills for field managers

November

3
Exploring Roof System Options
Las Vegas
Contact: Janice Davis
(847) 299-9070, Ext. 7505
Educational program about making roof system decisions and addressing maintenance problems

3-5
National Roofing Legal Resource Center Seminar
Los Cabos, Mexico
Contact: Alison LaValley
(847) 299-9070, Ext. 7573
Seminar that offers interaction with legal experts and learning about legal issues facing the roofing industry

4
Roof Inspection, Diagnosis and Repair
Las Vegas
Contact: Janice Davis
(847) 299-9070, Ext. 7505
Educational program about the latest roof system inspection techniques

7-10
Performance Technology for Roof Systems
Las Vegas
Contact: Janice Davis
(847) 299-9070, Ext. 7505
An interactive roofing technology course

7-12
Batimat 2005
Paris
Contact: Olicia Hinojosa
(847) 299-9070, Ext. 7586
A biennial European construction trade show and NRCA-sponsored study tour

8
Ask the Expert—Tech Talk: Hot Topics on Roofing Technology
Online
Contact: Janice Davis
(847) 299-9070, Ext. 7505
Educational/Q & A session about various roofing technology-related topics

December

8-9
Industry Leadership Conference
Chicago
Contact: Leslie Kazmierowski
(847) 299-9070, Ext. 7508
Conference for NRCA members who want to learn more about NRCA involvement

February 2006

13-16
NRCA's 119th Annual Convention
Las Vegas
Contact: Michelle Iniguez
(847) 299-9070, Ext. 7539
An annual convention in conjunction with Hanley Wood's 2006 International Roofing Expo

11
Maximizing the Life of Your Roof: Implementing a Roof Asset Management Program
Las Vegas
Contact: Janice Davis
(847) 299-9070, Ext. 7505
Educational program about making the best decisions to manage roof system performance