I recently received a request from a social-networking site to discuss the complications companies encounter in locating well-rounded employees. In this post, I want to address the underlying problem, which is the lack of comprehensive training for production employees. My Thoughts The most effective training systems provide the employees with (1) the information and skills to work […]
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Plastics Training
More About Processing PVC…
I received this follow-up question regarding the processing of PVC… MT I would like to know if it is safe to mold parts in PVC and acetal in presses that are next to each other? My Response It should be safe to process, but it is critical that you vent the fumes from both machines to prevent corrosion of […]
Training as a Resource…
Recently I was at a customer site and they had many older training materials sitting the the training room unused… HR We plan on keeping all these materials here as before so they can be used as a resource while people use your training. My Response Training materials are only useful when they are incorporated into the overall training […]
Safety Glasses Revisited…
I got this question via email yesterday… Technician I know we should wear safety glasses, but how can I better justify their use? My Response I recommend reviewing some of my previous posts on this topic: Follow-Up on Safety Glasses… Employees Don’t Like Wearing Safety Glasses… About Safety Glasses… Safety Glasses on the Production Floor […]
Why Commit to Training…?
I was on a call the other day and was asked this question… Caller What type of commitment should I make to training, and why? My Response An in-house training initiative gives you a competitive edge in today’s fast-paced plastics industry. Well trained employees can better cope and adapt to changing product lines, customer requirements, and production strategies. Today’s customers are sensitive to […]