NWIR (National Women in Roofing)
How to Read an SDS
By Michele Pratt, Education Committee, NWIR. In June 2016 OSHA implemented the program to have all SDSs’ (Safety Data Sheets) updated under GHS (Globally Harmonized System). Employers are required to have an SDS on hand for each hazardous chemical kept on site. If you come in contact with hazardous chemicals at work, ...
There are Good Things Happening this Summer for National Women in Roofing
NWIR Chair Jennifer Stone delivers her July-August message from the Sacramento airport where a re-roofing project was underway. Watch Jennifer’s video message below or keep scrolling to read the transcript. Hello National Women in Roofing newsletter followers. I don't know if you can see behind me, but do you know what's ...
June Message from National Women in Roofing’s Executive Director
The NWIR June newsletter featured a special message from Ellen Thorp sharing what’s new with the association. You can watch Ellen’s video update below or scroll down to read the transcript. Hi there. This is Ellen Thorp. I'm the Executive Director of National Women in Roofing. And thank you to Jennifer Stone ...
Theater Education Schedule Announced for METALCON 2019
METALCON’s commitment to the industry goes far beyond exhibits. The show not only offers one on one interactions with exhibitors, but also offers opportunities to learn from industry experts.The METALCON team is excited to announce this year’s “line-up” for the PPG Theatre, sponsored by PPG which is headquartered in the host ...
National Women in Roofing Seeks Award Nominations for New WORLD Award
By National Women in Roofing. The award recognizes a Woman of Outstanding Roofing Leadership Distinction. Do you know someone who leads by example, with passion, strength and integrity? A true champion for women in the roofing industry as well as her local community and family? The National Women in Roofing Organization’s mission ...
Attending the 2019 #NWIRLuncheon at #RoofingDayinDC: The Business Case and Legacy
By Alison Rice. Alison Rice with Amtech Solutions recaps her experience at Roofing Day in D.C. 2019 Would you like the opportunity to meet and discuss your roofing issues and opportunities, with members of Congress and some of the Roofing Industry’s most influential leaders? Does this present enough return to justify ...
National Roofing Contractors Association Announces June 2-8 is National Roofing Week
To raise awareness of the significance of roofs to every home and business, the National Roofing Contractors Association has announced National Roofing Week will take place June 2-8, 2019. Celebrated each year during the first full week of June, National Roofing Week serves as a reminder that the roof is one ...
Oregon Council Rises to the POD Build Challenge
By Stephanie Baird, NWIR. National Women in Roofing, Oregon Council teamed up Friday, March 15, 2019, with Professional Women in Building to help roof four temporary housing PODs as part of the Kenton Women’s Village Build-Out Event. Kenton Women’s Village PODS will provide temporary shelter to homeless women in the area. The ...
Message from the NWIR Chair, Jennifer Stone
Jennifer Stone provides updates on the success of the second NWIR Day at the International Roofing Expo®. You can either watch her video message here or enjoy the transcript below. Hi ladies. This newsletter is packed with information from National Women in Roofing Day. We had such a huge success and instead ...
National Women in Roofing (NWIR) announces first annual NWIR Roofing Day Women’s Luncheon
NWIR Roofing Day Women’s Luncheon will feature Congresswomen Angie Craig (MN-02) and Suzan DelBene (WA-01) Denver, Colorado - National Women in Roofing (NWIR), a national organization focused on the empowerment of women within the roofing industry, is proud to announce their first annual NWIR Roofing Day Women’s Luncheon featuring Congresswomen Angie ...
