AWC Magazine - Issue 144

ISSUE TEASER:

AWC chief correspondent Bob Lawrence reports on the safety concerns due to the rising accidents from waterfed pole users, from electric shocks to property damage. Lawrence tells the deadly story of two window cleaners who weren't careful around high voltage electrical powerlines. Their stories may shock you!

Congress passed, and the President signed the "Small Business Jobs & Credit Act of 2010." Unfortunately, both parts of the bill include measures that could have some window cleaning professionals worried. AWC contributor Mark E. Battersby explores if window cleaning businesses will seek professional assistance to reap the benefits of the temporary financing options and tax breaks.

The International Window Cleaning Association (IWCA) held its most recent trade show at St. Pete Beach, Florida, and Lawrence is here to take you through the show. Lawrence covers what's new, how the attendees feel about the current economy, and a small preview of what's to come in the 2012 IWCA convention.

ISSUE HIGHLIGHTS:

• OSHA holds its hearings on RDS restrictions
• Window-cleaning.net honors window cleaners who have passed away
• Unger announces the ErgoTec Ninja
• Fish Window Cleaning Services adds to their HQ staff