Council at Solihull

In the less hazardous Division 2 areas, where the chance of occurrence of flammable atmospheres is small, it would seem reasonable to consider light alloys as introducing a negligible risk except in situations where heavy impact could initiate or be accompanied by the release of flammable materials. Similar considerations would suggest that in Division I areas, light metals should not be used where the risk of impact is high, or else should be protected by appropriate means such as by abrasion-resistant coatings, mechanical guards, etc., depending on the conditions of use. Particular attention should be paid to loading areas, where booms may accidentally impact on adjacent metalwork. Precautions should be taken in such areas to prevent impact between light metals and ferrous materials by choice of materials, protective guards, coatings etc., as appropriate, since light alloy smears once formed would be particularly subject to subsequent impacts. Restriction on the amount of magnesium in a light alloy and the use of inert alloying elements have been proposed, but have been shown experimentally to have only a limited effect.

Report of a Meeting held on 9th September, 1970

Present

The following members attended-Messrs. R. E. J. Roden (Chairman); J. Short (Vice-Chairman); J. W. Frid (Hon. Secretary); J. S. Forman (Hon. Treasurer); R. P. Holdaway (Hon. Editor); G. N. Dean (Liaison Officer); C. L. Davids, D. Hall, G. H. Harvey, W. Hetherington, J. W. Hewison, K. C. Hughes, T. Kerr, H. R. Mellor, C. T. Peacock, C. R. Peskett and B. W. C. Thacker.

Apologies

Messrs. V. Beeby, J. Beer, J. Birks and S. W. D. Harris.

Minutes of Previous Meeting

The minutes of the previous meeting (already circulated), were received and after some discussion were accepted.

Matters Arising

It was proposed by Mr. Hall and seconded by Mr. Hewison that upon the effective date of Mr. Holdaway's resignation as Editor of the Bulletin (31st December, 1970) he become a co-opted member of the Council. This was unanimously agreed by the meeting. It was further proposed by Mr. :reskett and seconded by Mr. Frid that during the tenure m office of the present Chairman Council Meetings be held at Solihull. This was agreed. '

Correspondence

The Secretary reported that upon the receipt of an enquiry from Mr. Hewison regarding Powers of Entry into unlicensed premises in the event of suspected petroleum contamination, he had been in correspondence with the Home Office who were looking into the question.

Upon receipt of correspondence rrom a M~mber Au~hori!Y Exeter C.B. of a complaint regardmg an article contamed m the magazine Popular Motoring concerning the use of a t-gallon Total oil container for petroleum spirit when empty, the Secretary reported on correspondence which he had entered into with the Editor of that magazine and of the inadequate correction which was subsequently printed in a later edition of that magazine.

It was reported that the British Standards Association had circulated a draft Standard for plastic containers for petroleum (metric units). The Secretary was instructed to write to the Standards Association drawing their attention to the fact that this Association would wish to comment on proposals of this nature and requesting that a copy of the draft Standard be supplied for consideration.

The Chairman reported upon a letter which he had received from the past secretary, Mr. L. A. Cave, copies of which had been received by the Hon. Editor and Hon Secretary.

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CHAIRMAN'S REPORT

The Chairman informed the meeting that a sub-committee had met at York to consider the question of a badge of office. A selection from a number of entries as to design had been made. A quotation had been obtained from Thomas Fattorini Ltd. for the manufacture of the badge at a cost of £72 5s. The Company would supply smaller replicas of the badge for use by Branch Chairmen at the the cost of £20 2s. 3d. each. The Chairman added that he would send details of the design to Branch Secretaries in order that they may bring the question of the purchase of replica badges before their next branch meetings.

RESOLVED That the report be adopted.

SECRETARY'S REPORT

The Secretary requested permission for the purchase of a cabinet to contain the trays of Addressograph plates which constitute the membership details of the Association. It was agreed that a sum of £25 be authorised for this, failing the purchase of a second-hand cabinet.

The Secretary reported upon seven applications for membership which he had received since the last meeting of the Council.

It was proposed by the Secretary and seconded by Mr. Harvey that the Treasurer be instructed to charge full membership fee for applications before lst December, and that the applicants for membership after that date shall pay full membership fee which will be credited for the following year.

RESOLVED That the report be adopted.

TREASURER'S REPORT

The Hon. Treasurer reported that a few subscriptions for 1970 remained outstanding but reminders had been sent to those concerned. He further reported that after payments for expenses incurred by members attending the Council meeting and meeting an account to hand that morning, credit to the Association's account was approximately £630. Added to this was the sum of £127 14s. that Mr. Thacker, Hon. Secretary of the Northern Branch, had handed in as balance from the school held in York in July. This included £60 advanced to Mr. Thacker towards the school's expenses.

The majority of subscriptions to the Association due in January each year, were received between January and April and it was then that the Association's balance was highest. The cost of printing the Bulletin (average approximately £150) and payments for attendances at meetings were the highest items of expenditure to be met, and before the year's end, the cost of another issue of the Bulletin (in October) and expenses incurred for the meeting due on 9th December would have to be paid.

RESOLVED That the report be adopted.

EDITOR'S REPORT

The Editor reported that the production of the Bulletin had been maintained satisfactorily despite a change in the printer, due to the closure of the works of Messrs. W. B. Walker of Shrewsbury. Mr. Holdaway paid tribute to the help and services provided by Messrs. Walkers and stated that the new printers Messrs. Wilding of Shrewsbury were proving to be as helpful and efficient.

The Editor informed the Council that he had received an application for the post he was vacating at the end of the year,

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that of Mr. B. W. C. Thacker of Teesside. Mr. Thacker had spent the previous day with him and after due consideration had agreed to take over the post.

RESOLVED That Mr. Thacker be appointed Editor as from lst January 1971 and that the sincere thanks of the Council on behalf of all members be accorded to Mr. Holdaway for the work he has undertaken as Editor of the Bulletin for the past nine years.

COMMITTEE CHAIRMENS REPORTS

Finance and General Purposes

No meeting.

Constitution and Rules

It ""'.as proposed by Mr. Hall and seconded by Mr. Kerr that Stan.dmg Orders be suspended during discussions of the Chairman's proposals. This was carried.

Upon resumption of Standing Orders, it was proposed by

Hall, by Mr. Hewison that the recommendations of the Constitution and Rules Committee (a) regarding model rules, and (b) payment of capitation fees to branches (copies attached) be accepted.

It was by Mr .. Mellor and seconded by Mr. Holdaway that. if fees are not paid by 30th September, no cap1tat1on fee will be paid for these members.

RESOLVED That the report be adopted.

Education and Publication The Chairman reported. that it was proposed to hold an Advanced School for Semor Officers at York u · · · J I 1971 · dd" · mvers1ty m . u ft; N , a 1tion to any schools that may be organised e ort ern and Southern areas of the country A . s10nal programme had been arranged and lecturers. approached. Mr. Thacker would be responsible f b k' accommodation at York University. or 00 mg

RESOLVED That the report be adopted.

Reference and Legal

The Chairman reported a number of queries wh. h h submitted to the Committee and said that th ic ad been printed in a supplement of the January issue oefsteh would ?e e Bulletm.

RESOLVED That the report be adopted.

Any Other Business

Mr. Hewison reported on correspondence he had h . the secretary and Messrs. Avery Hardoll conce . ad with membership of the Association. It was agreed block of block membership by companies of this natu b e matter to the Constitution and Rules Committee who e referred report back to the next Council meeting. ere asked to

It was proposed by Mr. Short and seconded b that the Model Branch Rules be circulated to b y Mr. Kerr the suggestion that they should revise their rut With of the Model Rules and submit their revised m the light for approval within 12 months. This was agreed ranch Rules

It was P!"O?osed by the Secretary, seconded by Mr the Association pay for the rental and any offi . I . Hall that calls on behalf of the Hon Treasurer Mr F c1a telephone agreed. · ' · orman. This was