To develop and implement programs to educate, promote and improve firms, organizations and individuals involved in construction observation, testing and special inspections, working collaboratively with building officials and industry partners to help ensure construction quality for the benefit of the public at large.
WACEL accomplishes its mission through nationally recognized technician certification, technician training, education, laboratory accreditation and jurisdictional liaison programs.
Please contact Chris Worley at 301-652-7925 or chris@wacel.org to confirm availability.
Register for meetings, training classes and practical exams, and keep up-to-date on the latest program updates and changes.
Saturday, November 2, 2019
ABC - Virginia
42680 Trade W Drive
Sterling, VA 20166
8:30am – 5:00pm
Saturday, October 19, 2019
ABC - Virginia
42680 Trade W Drive
Sterling, VA 20166
8:30am – 5:00pm
(NEXT DATE WITH AVAILABLE TIMES)
Tuesday, November 19, 2019
Vulcan Materials
5408 Industrial Drive
Springfield, VA 22151
Plan now to attend upcoming WACEL Membership Meetings. The October 10th meeting topic is Adhered Manufactured Stone Veneer - Code Requirements and Detailing Practices.
The presenter will be Gabriela Mariscal, Director of Market Segments with the National Concrete Masonry Association (NCMA).
This presentation reviews the key components of adhered manufactured stone veneer (MSV) systems, minimum building code requirements, and ASTM standards governing manufactured stone and its installation, and industry recommendations addressing gaps not covered by existing building code requirements. Learning objectives for this presentation include understanding the MSV system and it's components, knowing material and property requirements for MSV contained in the code, learning detailing and installation practices for performance and durability, and knowing code requirements and ASTM standards applicable to MSV systems.
Attendees will receive one-hour Continued Education Credit (CEU) for attending this presentation.
WACEL certification or equivalent certification is required by all metropolitan area jurisdictions.
WACEL membership requires that all laboratories in the WACEL service territory be accredited by WACEL or an equivalent accreditation program.
WACEL membership requires that all inspection agencies participate in an Inspection Agency Audit Program or an equivalent audit program.
WACEL offers membership to Engineering Laboratories and Inspection Agencies that are directed and managed by full-time professional engineers.
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Maryland State Highway Administration
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City of Houston, Texas
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Virginia Department of Transportation
American Association of State Highway Transportation Officials (AASHTO)
Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA)
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA)
United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)
Naval Engineering Facilities Command (NAVFAC) Chesapeak Division
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