Barnyard Buzzards Newsletter October 2009 Page 4

Buzzard Droppings October 2009

Text Box: All seems to be going well at the field, no serious injuries that I have heard about. Here are a couple things to think about: A model, engine, or radio that is not prepared and working properly on the ground before takeoff will not improve in the air—IT WILL GET WORSE! There is no point in attempting to fly until everything is 100% correct. (Sig Mfg. Co., Inc.) The other half of the flying experience equation is the pilot. Substitute pilot for “model, engine or radio” into the above, you get the point I hope. Safety is a state of mind, Think about what you are doing and the consequences if you don’t. Think first, then act. Engage mind before muscle. Safety First Fact: Bureau of Labor Statistics data on occupational injuries and illnesses show that, in 2002: There were 42,286 occupational injuries or illnesses involving the eye that resulted in days away from work. The typical eye injuries occurred by rubbed or abraded foreign matter, such as metal chips, dirt particles and splinters, or by striking the eye. Surface wounds,

Text Box: such as abrasions, scratches and foreign bodies (splinters and chips) were among the most common types of injuries to the eyes. Eye injuries accounted for 47 percent of all head injuries involving days away from work and 70 percent of all face injuries involving days away from work. Workers in the manufacturing and trade industries and those in the occupational groups of operators, fabricators and laborers and in precision, production, craft and repair occupations were most at risk of incurring an eye injury. Stay safe on the job. Follow all safety policies and procedures, wear your personal protective equipment where and when required, report safety hazards and incidents immediately, and offer suggestions to improve on the job safety. Remember if you can’t go to work because of an eye injury you won’t be able to fly, maybe not even build. I have seen some planes that look like they were built by Braille. Be safe, be courteous Vince Bell, Safety Officer

September 1st Club Meeting

weekend of August: Friday the 28^th through Sunday the 30^th. Some commented how much they enjoyed the experience of witnessing first had the preparation and flying of these expensive, but cool models.

Barnyard Buzzard Merchandise – Sandy has done a remarkable job expanding her product line: mugs, “T” shirts, hats, sweatshirts, and jackets. She also has taken on the job of making up the trophy plaques we present to winners of events. Contact Sandy for more information at 425-788-9824, or www.duvallsdazzlingdesigns.com .

Builder’s Contest: You can be a part of this contest. All you need is the desire to build an airplane, find one to build, submit $10 to Rick Hanners, and start the building process.

The Northwest Model Hobby Expo: The dates are February 12, 2010 through February 14, 2010.

Wenatchee Red Apple Flyers will be hosting a Scale Masters National Championship September 9 through 13^th. For more information go to the following web site. http://www.redappleflyers.org/Events.html

Evening Program: Brian Taylor presented his covering techniques and lessons using Sig Koverall fabric. This is a light weight polyester based fabric that shrinks with heat. Check out some more information regarding this phenomenal material http://www.sigmfg.com/IndexText/SIGKV001.html. Thank you Brian for sharing your experiences with covering.

The meeting was officially adjourned at 7:55ish PM.

The next meeting is Tuesday October 6, 2009 at Alfy’s Pizza in Monroe at 6:30 P.M.

Respectfully submitted by Vaughan Houger, BBMAC Secretary.