Bricklaying and Masonry Resource Links

Career Resources
Health & Safety
Products & Resources
Publications
Trade Organizations

Career Resources

Brick Distributors of Wisconsin
BDW is a trade association of brick manufacturers, brick distributors and suppliers to the brick industry – all in the state of Wisconsin. Promotion, marketing, education and support of using masonry and quality masonry training are key components of the association. BDW encourages and promotes teamwork throughout the state.

Brickmasons, Blockmasons, and Stonemasons
Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor/Bureau of Labor Statistics. Highlights occupational characteristics, working conditions, employment opportunities, and future outlook.

Cement Masons, Concrete Finishers, Segmental Pavers, and Terrazzo Workers
Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor/Bureau of Labor Statistics. Highlights occupational characteristics, working conditions, employment opportunities, and future outlook.

TradeJobsOnline
Trade Jobs Online was created exclusively for the building trades industry.

WITC Employment Connection
Job opportunities for WITC students, graduates, and alumni.

WiJobs.com
Search for jobs, post your resume, access career resources, attend a virtual job fair which allows you to browse company profiles, and access education and training links.

Health & Safety

Center to Protect Worker's Rights
The CPWR is the research, development and training arm of the Building and Construction Trades Department, AFL-CIO. They provide Hazard Alerts which are flyers that aid workers in protecting themselves.

Construction: Concrete and Masonry
Safety and health information provided by OSHA.

OSHA: Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Includes OSHA regulations and compliance links.

Scaffold Use in the Construction Industry
Download the 2002 guide to scaffold use in the construction industry provided by OSHA.

Wisconsin Department of Commerce: Safety and Building Division, Publications
The Wisconsin Department of Commerce is the state's primary agency for delivery of integrated services to business.

Product & Resource Links

Brick Tech Notes	Grace Construction Products
Builders Data	Marshalltown.com
Chimney Safety Institute	Masonry Advisory Council
ConcreteNetwork.com	LaFarge
DUROWAL	Portland
Glen-Gerry Brick	US Inspect
	World of Concrete

Publications

Concrete Construction	Masonry
Concrete Producer	Masonry Construction

Trade Organizations

American Concrete Institute
Founded in 1904, the ACI is a technical and educational society dedicated to improving the design, construction, maintenance and repair of concrete structures.

Brick Industry Association
The BIA contains a directory of manufacturers and distributors searchable by state and product; a photo gallery; an overview of code issues; a catalog of technical literature, and much more. Also, links to online training courses.

Building and Construction Trades Department, AFL-CIO
The Building and Construction Trades Department works to address the critical legislative and economic issues that impact the construction industry. They coordinate activity and provide resources to 15 affiliated trade unions in the construction industry.

International Concrete Repair Institute
The ICRI is the only association in the concrete industry devoted solely to repair and restoration of concrete and masonry works.

International Masonry Institute
The IMI site provides technical guides and answers to commonly asked questions; a free newsletter; locations of IMI training centers and much more.

National Association of Home Builders
The NAHB exists to represent the building industry by serving its members and affiliated state and local building associations.

National Concrete Masonry Association
The NCMA which was established in 1918, is the national trade association representing the concrete masonry industry.

Mason Contractors Association of America
Through strong programs and publications and services the MCAA actively promotes the interest of its members.

Wire Reinforcement Institute
The Wire Reinforcement Institute's mission is to be the concrete construction industry's leading source for timely, objective, credible information on the uses and benefits of welded wire reinforcement and related products.

Wisconsin Ready Mix Concrete Association
The Wisconsin Ready Mix Concrete Association is a state trade association consisting of ready mixed concrete producers throughout the state and Michigan's Upper Peninsula.