OJAMES FOOTWEARS

Tuesday, July 7, 2015

SHOE-ENTREPRENEUR

We are proud to announce shoe-entrepreneur, providing Quality Educational Experience trough shoemaking. Start by hand making a pair of shoes for your own Feet guided by experienced professionals.
This workshop is an Introductory Level Program that is designed to give people a simple, comprehensive foundation and fun experience in making shoes. During the workshop you will make a fully lined pair of shoes for your own feet. Nothing is pre-made or assembled from a kit. You will learn how to start from scratch to design the pattern and create all the individual pieces for your shoes. Once you have a basic understanding of the principles, techniques and materials of shoe design and construction, you are only limited by your Imagination.

Thursday, June 25, 2015

Growth tips for Entrepreneur/Businesses.

Growth tips for Entrepreneur/Businesses

Hi,

When your business enters a growth phase, you may feel

elated at the prospect, but the inherent challenges can

become overwhelming.

‘’What’s the best way to do this?" and "What should I focus

on?" are common questions we hear from entrepreneurs

experiencing growth.

The solution? Put a plan in place and stick to it. You’ll avoid

wasting time and money going down the wrong avenue,

focusing instead on your most efficient activities.

I wish you success in your positive endeavours,

Ojames.

Thursday, June 11, 2015

Tips for choosing safety footwear

Today’s work boots offer safety features that weren’t considered decades ago and better protect against the most common injuries, including those experienced in the railway industry, from falling or rolling objects to electrical hazards.

Specifically, I recommend any worker who spends time in an environment where these risks are high to look for boots that are able to claim meeting or exceeding the Canadian Standards Association’s certification – tough standards that protect against the hardest working conditions.

Metatarsal protection

Metatarsal injuries are painful and can require a long recovery process. Steel toe boots don’t provide protection to the metatarsals, so I recommend choosing a boot that addresses this area of the foot. Some CSA- approved boots incorporate the protection of a shield-like feature that overlays the composite toe and runs to the top of the instep. This provides protection that absorbs impact so your feet don’t.

Composite safety toe

Although most boots with a composite safety toe provide security, only select brands meet or exceed ASTM F2413- 11 standards for impact, compression and electrical hazards. Coming in at a fraction of the weight, certain work boot options provide protection without weighing the wearer down.

Electrical hazard compliance

There’s always the chance of exposure to electrical currents in railway work, so look for boots that meet the CSA 2011 standards by providing protection from open electrical currents up to 18,000 volts.

Outsole offerings

Although many new safety features focus on the construction of the inner work boot, the outsole shouldn’t be ignored. A good outsole can provide excellent resistance to heat, chemicals, oil, gas, chips, marking and slipping. When faced with extreme temperatures or unsafe, slippery surfaces, a sturdy outsole that offers gripping features can be a lifesaver.

In addition to offering protection in the workplace, I recommend considering technologically advanced products that provide comfort and convenience for long, grueling workdays, which can include:

Flexible, cushioned insoles for ultimate comfort

Dual-density memory foam for stabilization, while still allowing freedom of movement

Waterproof construction that ensures feet stay dry no matter the weather conditions

Lastly, a proper-fitting boot can benefit you as much as some of these protective features. Take these three things into consideration when shopping for a new pair:

Instep

The instep should fit snug, but not tight. If the instep is too loose, you’ll experience excessive slipping in the heel. If it’s too tight, it could cause heel and toe pain. Consider various widths as an option for the perfect-fitting instep.

Ball

The ball of your foot should rest on the ball of the boot. If it’s too short, the ball of your foot will sit too far forward and force the toes into the toe box, causing pain.

Heel

You might experience slight slippage in the heel with a new pair of boots. However, as you break them in, the sole will flex and, with time, you’ll notice most of the slippage will disappear.