On October 29th and 30th, Righter personnel Bill Wyner, Chris Thompson, Mike Killilea and Nick Miller attended OTEC 2019 (Ohio Transportation Engineering Conference). At the conference, they listened to keynote speakers, attended technical sessions and viewed exhibits, staying up to date on the latest technology and trends in transportation-related engineering. Pictured below is Mike DeWine, one of the keynote speakers at the opening session.
On Monday, October 28, 2019, Righter personnel Bradley R. Nadolson (President), Michael D. Killilea, II (Vice President), and Jerry McVey (Supervisor), attended the ribbon cutting for ODOT 180301 in Marietta, Ohio, also known as “Ohio River Access Trail – Phase V”. The total project spans a distance of 4.4 miles, with Phase V being about 1 mile long with a total cost of $2,775,652.47. It took approximately a year from start to finish and was administered by ODOT District 10. Pictured standing by the finished bridge is Jerry McVey, Supervisor, and Michael D. Killilea, II, Vice President/Project Manager. The crew consisted of Jeff McGuire, Dannie Wilson, Pete Fink, Bill Bunner and Robert Groves. Also pictured is a Certificate of Recognition from the Governor’s Office.
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The Righter Company is modifying the overflows at eight water tanks to comply with EPA guidelines. Our work consists of cutting a hole in the side of each tank, modifying the overflow pipe to allow the pipe to drain on the outside of the tank, and improving the drainage at the outflow. The crew consists of Shawn Ison, Josh Priest and James Talbert, and they are doing a great job! The Supervisor is Tom Ison and the Project Manager is Nick Miller. Righter commenced work in May and anticipates completion at the end of January 2020.
Today begins an important week in our industry: Construction Appreciation Week. This year from September 16-20, people across the nation will stop to do something that doesn’t happen nearly enough: appreciate construction.
As an industry, we are powering our nation. There are more than 11 million construction professionals who work together to complete projects safely. We build roads, schools, businesses, community centers, churches, universities, stadiums, homes, government buildings, bridges, monuments…the list goes on. We literally build the communities we live in, and that’s something we should all be proud of. Together, we’re building Ohio. Together, we’re building America.
September is Suicide Prevention Month.
Here at Righter, our Employee Assistance Program is available to all employees and anyone with whom they share a home. Everything is confidential and the company never knows who has utilized the program. It is pre-paid for by the company and can help with all that life brings our way.
Regardless of what you are facing, there is hope, there is help and there can be healing. Consider this the sign you have been waiting for and take that first step TODAY.
Columbus City Council recently approved $330,000 to fix the Goodale Park Fountain with two bronze elephants on top. The fountain is in the middle of the park’s pond in an active and visual spot. The Righter Company will be the General Contractor on the project. Commissioned by The Friends of Goodale Park in 2007, the fountain pumps were installed under the surface of the pond. Since that time, the pumps installed underwater have proven to be difficult to maintain and have since failed. Righter will remove the existing underwater system and install a new pump system within an underground pit outside the pond edge. This will not only provide a better pump system, but will also allow the capability to maintain it as necessary, according to Brian Hoyt, spokesman for the City’s Department of Recreation and Parks.
Through Weekly Safety Talks, Righter crews have recently been reminded of ways to prevent heat stress, heat stroke and the importance of staying hydrated.
During the summer, we must all take precautions to ensure our bodies do not become overheated. The following are ways to prevent heat stress disorders:
• Use general ventilation, cooling fans, and evaporative cooling whenever possible.
• Shield furnaces and other heat producing equipment including steam leaks.
• Wear loose, lightweight, light colored clothes.
• Drink water steadily before and during work in the heat.
• Drink about 16 ounces before starting
• Drink 5 to 7 ounces every 15 or 20 minutes during hot work.
• Eat well-balanced meals. Eat more smaller/lighter meals rather than large meals.
• Avoid drinks with alcohol and caffeine.
• Work at a steady pace, minimizing overexertion.
• Take regular breaks in a cool, well-ventilated area.
• Know your own limits and ability to work safely in heat.
• Take extra precautions with certain medications. Several medications can affect your body’s ability to stay hydrated. Check with your doctor.
• Avoid sunburn. Having a sunburn reduces your body’s ability to rid itself of heat.
Pictured above are Ben Sullivan, Ben Sullivan, Jr., and Robert Ward, currently working under the supervision of Dwayne McVey at West Water Street Bridge Repair and Waterline Relocation, in Fairfield County.
Pictured above are Danny Wilson, Pete Fink and Jeff McGuire, currently working under the supervision of Jerry McVey at ODOT 180301 – Washington County (Marietta Bike Path).
EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT — JACOBI SCHMALENBERGER
Hometown: Wapakoneta, Ohio
Current Position: Intern
Time Served: 2 months
Favorite Quote: “You Never Fail Until You Stop Trying.” — Albert Einstein
Something Memorable: AAA Grandview is the first project that I was given some responsibility in the field. I had to ensure that the helicals met capacity and record the given values. This project sticks out to me because it was the first time I was given that role and involved as an Intern.
Hobbies: Golf, Cornhole, and hanging out with family.
THE RIGHTER COMPANY APPRECIATES JACOBI’S EAGERNESS TO LEARN AND FRESH INSIGHT THAT HE PROVIDES!
For many years, The Righter Company has joined the Central Ohio Construction Community to support A Kid Again families raising children with life-threatening illnesses. The first Full Throttle Open golf outing was in 2005. This is a milestone year as over $1,000,000 has been raised for A Kid Again families right here in Central Ohio. The founder of the golf outing, Pete Miller, was recognized for his inspiration for the outing, along with generous support of his time, talent, and treasure that has provided nearly 30,000 adventures.
A Kid Again provides ongoing hope for children with life-threatening illnesses and their families. Throughout the year, A Kid Again provides adventures that enable kids to get out of the hospital, forget about being sick and just be A Kid Again.
Righter employees who enjoyed a day on the green: Chris Thompson, Project Manager; Brad Nadolson, President; Nick Miller, Project Manager; and Bill Wyner, Estimator.
