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Volvo CE Rolls Out ‘Iron Women’ Group
Volvo Construction Equipment announced the start of its Iron Women program, a global vocational initiative enabling women to get specialized training for operating construction equipment.
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Beat the Heat: OSHA Proposed Rule to Protect Workers in Extreme Temps
Under a proposed rule unveiled during the second week of summer, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration would require employers to develop an injury and illness prevention plan to control heat hazards in workplaces affected by excessive indoor or outdoor temperatures.
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A Need for Women-Tailored PPE
Ill-Fitting PPE Isn’t Just Uncomfortable – It’s Unsafe.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is crucial in the aggregates industry. However, most PPE has been designed with men in mind since they have traditionally dominated the field. As the industry becomes more diverse, it’s crucial to ensure that all workers have properly fitted gear to protect them from occupational hazards.
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Women in Aggregates Hosts Panel, Mixer at AGG1
On the first day of AGG1, Women in Aggregates (WIA) – formed by SEMCO Publishing, the parent company of Rock Products magazine – sponsored a successful AGG1 Academy session and networking mixer at the Music City Center in Nashville.
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John Deere Sponsors “Women at Work” Docuseries
John Deere Construction & Forestry announced a $125,000 sponsorship of the “Women at Work: Breaking Barriers” docuseries by nonprofit A Greener Tomorrow.
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Women in Aggregates Takes Center Stage at AGG1 With ‘Finding the Next Generation of Women in the Aggregates Industry’
Denver, CO – Feb. 15, 2024 – Women in Aggregates (WIA) invites you to an important panel discussion at AGG1, the premier aggregates event in North America. Mark your calendars for Monday, March 25 from 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM CST and be part of the conversation shaping the future Read more…
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Volvo to Hold Webinar on Women in STEM Fields
Volvo Group is hosting a digital forum open to the public on Oct. 26 called #tecHER that is aimed at empowering women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields. The interactive event will give attendees a chance to network and meet those in STEM careers. Speakers include representatives from Read more…