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SMART International Women’s Committee
The SMART Women’s Committee provides opportunities to network and participate in workshop and events that allow SMART sisters to develop skill sets and become more active as they take leadership rolls within the union. The committee provides both online and offline resources and support for women members across North America, as well as for those considering a career in the sheet metal industry. Click here for more information about the Committee:
Home - Women's Committee (smart-union.org).
National Association of Women in Construction
NAWIC is an international association of women employed in the construction industry which promotes that industry and supports the advancement of women within it.
www.nawic.org/
National Association of Women in Construction- Greater New York & Long Island Chapter #240
The Local chapter provides members with opportunities for professional development, education, networking, leadership training, public service and more.
Greater New York & Long Island Chapter #240 | Women (nawicnewyork.com)
Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE) for Women
The Center for Construction Research and Training
They have compiled a list of links for protective footwear, ear protection, harnesses, hard hats, high-vis clothing, safety glasses, gloves, cold climate gear, and more!
www.cpwr.com/ CPWR | A world leader in construction safety and health research and training
Women in Construction - Overview | Occupational Safety and Health Administration (osha.gov)
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)’s website has a Women in Construction section that focuses on Personal Protective Equipment, Sanitary Facilities at the construction site, workers’ rights and much more.
Women in Construction - Overview | Occupational Safety and Health Administration (osha.gov)
BE4ALL Bathroom Kits
Through the ITI, BE4ALL distributed hundreds of bathroom kits to JATCs across the country – the result of apprentices pointing out the absence of menstrual products in local training facilities – with SMACNA dispensing a “how-to” guide demonstrating the ease of providing such products on the jobsite.
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BE4ALL TOOLBOX TALK -
SEXISM IN THE WORKPLACE What Is Sexism? Sexism, a form of gender bias, is any kind of prejudice, discrimination, or stereotyping based on a person’s gender. Examples of sexist behavior include (but are not limited to) making derogatory comments and jokes, excluding or mistreating someone based on their gender, making inappropriate or lude gestures, and not offering equal opportunities based on one’s gender. |