The Deloitte Analysis article (women in manufacturing)very informative. Working in a male dominated industry for a woman owned company makes me realize how many areas women should be growing and succeeding in. Manufacturing seems to be an area ripe for women workers. The technological advances with computers and robotics means the dirty back breaking, repetitious manufacturing of by-gone eras are no more.
Manufacturing requires training, education and is looking for a skilled workforce. Initiatives in Eastern Ohio and Western PA by government and corporate collaborations to educate is based on getting the word out to the right people. No longer does everyone's path to success mean a 4 year degree. There are technical schools that will enable a student after 1 to 2 years to be employed in manufacturing or construction. These collaborations have it right, get to the students and educators. Show them what manufacturing is today and help them make a decision that is based on knowledge.
I was involved with Oh-Penn for business - a wonderful bi-state collaboration between Ohio and PA. Their value was in educating the upcoming workforce through tours, videos and classroom visits. Check them out!
http://www.ohpenn.org/
The nation's workforce is shrinking, many in manufacturing are retiring. This industry is welcoming diverse workforce solutions. Many universities are teaming with manufacturers adding curriculum that advances interest in these fields. I applaud these efforts and am proud to work for a woman in a male dominated industry. She is making strides and working hard to build a reliable business regardless of gender.
Celebrating NAWIC's (National Association of Women in Construction) National Rebuilding Day with the Pittsburgh Chapter on Saturday April 29, 2017. We will be rebuilding a local home and adding much needed repairs. I will post more about this event afterwards. Let's hope I paint straight lines, hammer straight nails and show some skills as I work side-by-side with lady carpenters, builders, construction workers and engineers.
NAWIC Chapter information
Let's hope we can all women and men make this country great by including diversity in our workforce!
Linda Richardson
Business Development Director
Power Tool and Supply ( a woman owned business)
www.powertoolandsupply.com
linda@powertoolandsupply.com
Thursday, April 27, 2017
Thursday, January 26, 2017
Sunday, December 18, 2016
WE ARE SEIRUS ABOUT WINTER
https://youtu.be/VIztk9k1dLQ Seirus Gear on YouTube
At Power
Tool and Supply we have heard our customers request cold weather gear and we offer
a great assortment of clothing. In our store, we have hats, coats, gloves and
heat reactive socks. Hey these Heatwave™ socks from Seirus are great for
hunters, exclusive Heatwave™
thermodynamic lining as a comfortable, 4-way stretch sock lets you increase the
heat of any footwear.
Check out our variety of cold weather gloves from the
Heatwave™ glove liner to the Youngstown heavy duty work gloves. Outer wear
designed to keep your hands warm and dry in the extremist conditions.
Let’s keep your core warm!
Your body temperature is just as important as
your hands and feet. Yes, your hands and feet will get
cold first but you need to keep that core warm to stay in
the cold for extended periods of time.
New technology enables
Milwaukee to offer heated jackets. They stay warm with a
small 12 V rechargeable battery for up to 8 hours! We have coats
and vests in Camo, black and florescent colors for
those out working on the roads.New technology enables
Milwaukee to offer heated jackets. They stay warm with a
small 12 V rechargeable battery for up to 8 hours! We have coats
and vests in Camo, black and florescent colors for
those out working on the roads.
Reducing the need for bulky layers,
Milwaukee®M12™ Heated Gear utilize carbon fiber heating elements to generate and trap heat across core
body areas. Adjustable heat technology allows users to adapt to changing
conditions by increasing or decreasing the heat level with the touch of a
button.
Powered by M12™ REDLITHIUM batteries, you will stay warm for 8 hours of
run time.
Why shop at
Dicks Sporting Goods, REI, Gander Mountain or Amazon when you can get what you
need to stay warm and dry this winter season at the right price! The Farmer’s Almanac said this would be a cold
and snowy winter. Be prepared to stay warm and dry with our great brands and
gear. We also carry hand warmers to stick in your gloves or boots if you are
looking for a basic and quick fix to your cold fingers and toes.
We look forward to seeing you in the store and showing you our gear! Proper head gear and gloves will keep frostbite away; warm jackets or vests will keep your core temperature up.
Important information about Frostbite and Hypothermia from OSHA is below:
What is
hypothermia?
Hypothermia occurs when
body heat is lost faster than it can be replaced and the normal body
temperature (98.6°F) drops to less than 95°F. Hypothermia is most likely
at very cold temperatures, but it can occur even at cool temperatures (above
40°F), if a person becomes chilled from rain, sweat, or submersion in cold
water.
What
are the symptoms of hypothermia?
§ Mild symptoms:
o An exposed worker is alert.
o He or she may begin to shiver and stomp the feet in order
to generate heat.
§ Moderate to Severe symptoms:
o As the body temperature continues to fall, symptoms will
worsen and shivering will stop.
o The worker may lose coordination and fumble with items in
the hand, become confused and disoriented
o He or she may be unable to walk or stand, pupils become
dilated, pulse and breathing become slowed, and loss of consciousness can
occur. A person could die if help is not received immediately.
What can be done for a person suffering from hypothermia?
§ Call 911 immediately in an emergency; otherwise seek
medical assistance as soon as possible.
§ Move the person to a warm, dry area.
§ Remove wet clothes and replace with dry clothes, cover the
body (including the head and neck) with layers of blankets; and with a vapor
barrier (e.g. tarp, garbage bag). Do not cover the face.
§ If medical help is more than 30 minutes away:
o Give warm sweetened drinks if alert (no alcohol), to help
increase the body temperature. Never try to give a drink to an unconscious
person.
o Place warm bottles or hot packs in armpits, sides of chest,
and groin. Call 911 for additional rewarming instructions.
§ If a person is not breathing or has no pulse:
o Call 911 for emergency medical assistance immediately.
o Treat the worker as per instructions for hypothermia, but
be very careful and do not try to give an unconscious person fluids.
o Check him/her for signs of breathing and for a pulse. Check
for 60 seconds.
o If after 60 seconds the affected worker is not breathing
and does not have a pulse, trained workers may start rescue breaths for 3
minutes.
o Recheck for breathing and pulse, check for 60 seconds.
o If the worker is still not breathing and has no pulse,
continue rescue breathing.
o Only start chest compressions per the direction of the 911
operator or emergency medical services*
o Reassess patient’s physical status periodically.
*Chest compression are recommended only if the patient will not
receive medical care within 3 hours.
What is frostbite?
Frostbite is an injury to the body that is caused by freezing
of the skin and underlying tissues. The lower the temperature, the more quickly
frostbite will occur. Frostbite typically affects the extremities, particularly
the feet and hands. Amputation may be required in severe cases.
What are the symptoms of frostbite?
§ Reddened skin develops gray/white patches.
§ Numbness in the affected part.
§ Feels firm or hard.
§ Blisters may occur in the affected part, in severe cases.
What can be done for a person suffering from frostbite?
§ Follow the recommendations described above for hypothermia.
§ Do not rub the affected area to warm it because this action
can cause more damage.
§ Do not apply snow/water. Do not break blisters.
§ Loosely cover and protect the area from contact.
§ Do not try to rewarm the frostbitten area before getting
medical help; for example, do not place in warm water. If a frostbitten area is
rewarmed and gets frozen again, more tissue damage will occur. It is safer for
the frostbitten area to be rewarmed by medical professionals.
§ Give warm sweetened drinks, if the person is alert. Avoid
drinks with alcohol.
https://www.osha.gov/as/opa/cold_weather_prep.htmlhttps://www.osha.gov/as/opa/cold_weather_prep.html
Stop in Power Tool and Supply's Store at 3699 LeHarps Road, Youngstown or call us at 330-792-1487 and one of
our sales people will visit you to discuss how we can help outfit you and your
workers and keep you warm and safe this winter season.
About the Author: Linda Richardson, Director, Business Development 330-792-1487
SAFETY KNOW HOW
Power Tool and Supply sales people like Dave (pictured here
in a CLASS 3 safety jacket), help safety professionals every day. They need
supplies like hardhats, harnesses, respirators, safety clothing and flame resistant
(FR) clothing. Supplying construction
companies with the industrial supplies like power tools and safety equipment needs
means we often discuss these three key questions: What type of project or
construction site are they working on? What are they doing? What is their
concern?
Once we have these three questions answered, it often leads
to more information and questions. The key for Power Tool and Supply to be a
good supplier for our construction companies and manufacturers is understanding
their business, their risks and what tool or equipment will best service them.
After talking with a training professional at a local Plumbers Trade School about
a plumbing issue, I looked for some helpful DIY tips online. Here are some of
the best blogs and videos for helpful DIY Tips!
Vivid eLearning Courses offers a great blog for basic safety
handling of hand and power tools. https://learnatvivid.com/blog/30-tips-for-hand-and-power-tool-safety
I used to read my Dad’s Popular Mechanics as a kid, now I
enjoy their online magazine. Here is a great “how to” from them:
Everyone is familiar with eBay and knows someone who has
bought or sold online using the eBay platform. One cautionary warning is many
knock-offs are found there. Don’t let a great item description fool you. The
knock-offs are great imitators on the outside but the proof is in the pudding.
The tool will not work as well as the real one and you just threw your money
down the drain.
Check out eBay's safety tips. There are a lot of practical
tips here:
Think you know everything about
safety? Take this quiz to test your knowledge. It may surprise you and if nothing
else it will educate you. My Safety Sign offers a great online source for
custom or standard work safety signage.
Keeping our workers safe is paramount to Power Tool andSupply. As we train and grow in our own safety knowledge, we hope to always be
the resource you choose when purchasing your safety equipment and clothing. Remember to visit us at 3699 LeHarps Road in
Youngstown. We are right off the Meridian Exit on Rt. 680. If you wish a
salesperson to visit you at your job site or facility, call us at 330-792-1487
and one of us will stop by!
Author: Linda Richardson, Director of Business
Development Power Tool and Supply Co.
linda@powertoolandsupply.com
Tuesday, October 11, 2016
Power Tool and Supply obtains DBE certification
Power Tool and Supply is now a certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) with the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) and West Virginia Department of Transportation (WV DOT).
The Department of Transportation (DOT) is dedicated to serving our community, including those businesses contracting with state agencies and recipients of DOT funds. The Department's Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program is designed to remedy ongoing discrimination and the continuing effects of past discrimination in federally-assisted highway, transit, airport, and highway safety financial assistance transportation contracting markets nationwide. The primary remedial goal and objective of the DBE program is to level the playing field by providing small businesses owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals a fair opportunity to compete for federally funded transportation contracts. https://www.transportation.gov/civil-rights/disadvantaged-business-enterprise
Power Tool and Supply is an industrial supplier
to general contractors, bridge contractors and road construction. They carry Ohio, PA and WV approved DOT products including approved sealants joint compound, pipe and geo-textiles for bridge and road construction, safety equipment and power
tools and consumables to help general contractors get the work done.
Lisa Springer, President and CEO stated “We are excited to
now help our clients meet and maintain their DBE goals with our products. This
opens another avenue to be a complete solution for construction companies”. Power Tool and Supply will build our network
within the highway and transit departments’ needs. Infrastructure maintenance
is a priority to Ohio, WV and PA and we plan to provide what is needed to construction companies. While helping them meet the expectations for diversity inclusion with DOT projects..
Power Tool and Supply is a DBE/WBE and EDGE certified company whose
reach is throughout Eastern Ohio and Western Pennsylvania. A distributor of power tools, safety supplies,
and other DOT approved materials as well as an authorized repair service for
many of the brands they carry, Power Tool and Supply is strategically growing
their business to be the solution for general contractors, maintenance facility
companies and manufacturers.
For more information about our certifications, products and repairs please contact Linda Richardson 330.792.1487 or 412.496.5105
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