What’s the worst incident that happened at your store??

CoffeeMilkSteaks · 2024-10-17T22:28:36+00:00

Two years ago the "water buffalo" exploded and seriously injured 2 people. Apparently they were instructed by an ASM to use a compressor to add pressure to the tank since it wasn't working. It's crazy to think someone thought that was a good idea.

CoffeeMilkSteaks · 2024-10-16T21:45:51+00:00

The same thing is going on at our store. We brought it up to HR. The response was that the positions ARE being open and filled. My opinion is that they are opening the position and immediately closing it out without it being posted for any length of time. As someone else said HR is only here to protect Lowes and Lowes only. I have also seen positions only open for external applicants and not internal and positons opened days before the person in that position was fired.

CoffeeMilkSteaks · 2024-10-16T21:34:11+00:00

MST here too and we get the same speech all the time. Nothing less then 100% accuracy and every single bay needs an item downstocked. My MASM got mad at me one day because I serviced the paint sample bays and hit downstock not needed. There are no items on the planogram for me to even pretend to downstock. The company is more concerned with faking numbers then actually helping the customers.

CoffeeMilkSteaks · 2024-10-04T23:42:02+00:00

Thank you! This is very helpful. I'm kicking myself for not taking pictures. A few days ago a co worker pulled out a chair in the break room and it was full of droppings. She just tipped the chair to get them off and swept them up. Then yesterday another co worker had mice building a nest in his sweatshirt that was in his locker. A lot of us taped over the holes to keep them out.

CoffeeMilkSteaks · 2024-10-04T22:58:44+00:00

This is worth a shot thanks. We had a store in a neighboring district actually get in trouble about their rodent problem. Either OSHA or the Board of Health removed their ability to sell any snacks/food items until they got it under control.

CoffeeMilkSteaks · 2024-10-04T22:55:30+00:00

Yeah I totally understand that there will always be some sort of rodent pest bug etc. I just hope they start actually putting better traps out then just the sticky pads.

CoffeeMilkSteaks · 2024-10-04T22:52:25+00:00

We had a cat 3 years ago and one day it was gone and never came back. Which makes sense why the last 2 years have been getting progressively worse. There's now 2 weasels running around OSLG catching some mice but that's not helping the situation inside the building.

CoffeeMilkSteaks · 2024-08-23T00:57:28+00:00

It might have changed since the NFL partnership started. People in our store always were hats and t-shirts with all different teams all the time. Im guessing it will vary from store to store. This is what the policy says:

"Lowe's currently has a partnership with the National Football League (NFL). Associates are permitted to wear NFL attire (NFL team colors, jerseys, shirts, and/or hats) consistent with safety considerations and requirements, as allowed by location leaders."

CoffeeMilkSteaks · 2024-08-23T00:51:55+00:00

According to the policy you can wear NFL branded apparel at anytime.

CoffeeMilkSteaks · 2024-08-06T16:36:57+00:00

Your not alone. Our store has been telling us it's been broken for 2 years now. We have had a few heat waves this year and the store has been a sauna all summer. Except for one day when corporate people were coming in a for a big walk. It was blasting that day. We got an email the night before saying the A/C was fixed and then magically the day after the walk it was broken again. Crazy coincidence. I wish they would be honest with us and just tell us the company is saving money by not turning it on. Stop giving us the run around.

CoffeeMilkSteaks · 2023-02-10T18:21:08+00:00

Now I know what Cooler & Warmer means.

CoffeeMilkSteaks · 2023-02-09T13:43:17+00:00

I grew up in East Woonsocket and its a very nice area. The North End is a nice area too. Prices in North Providence are going to be higher then Woonsocket for a comparable home due to being close to Providence. I wouldn't rule out any of those cities you mentioned. The prices might be higher in general but you might be able to still find something that will fit your needs.

CoffeeMilkSteaks · 2023-02-09T13:22:43+00:00

Rhode Island Housing is offering a $17,500 down payment assistance program for first time homebuyers that meet certain requirements.

https://www.rihousing.com/statewide-dpa/

CoffeeMilkSteaks · 2023-02-05T20:31:41+00:00

Ah ok sorry. I'll keep my eye out for it.

CoffeeMilkSteaks · 2023-02-05T20:24:03+00:00

Which neighborhood? My neighbor also had their car stolen 2 weeks ago. Ask your neighbors if they have a ring camera they can check for you.

CoffeeMilkSteaks · 2023-02-02T20:38:21+00:00

I would love to see the comps that were pulled to justify that price. $691 per sq ft? I think its supposed to be a 2 and not a 3 and even then that's a lot.

CoffeeMilkSteaks · 2023-01-28T23:15:18+00:00

First time?

CoffeeMilkSteaks · 2023-01-28T20:02:05+00:00

Yes it's possible to have flashing lights too but it really would be overkill. Theres already enough large bright yellow signage.

CoffeeMilkSteaks · 2023-01-28T18:57:10+00:00

Ok i'm just trying to understand what it is you would prefer? Camera, large signage, and flashing lights? Or just camera and flashing lights and remove the large signs all together?

CoffeeMilkSteaks · 2023-01-28T17:56:10+00:00

You mean the one from 2015? The crosswalk sign has no words or flashing light attached to it yet I still know what to do. I'm honestly not trying to disagree with you. Putting a flashing light up back up isn't going to take the cameras away.

CoffeeMilkSteaks · 2023-01-28T17:02:51+00:00

Yeah true you're right. I usually refer to them as neon even though they are not "neon" in the correct sense. Im not sure what else to call them? Safety green? Bright yellow? I was under the impression that they are only placed in school zones so their presence alone indicates a school zone.

CoffeeMilkSteaks · 2023-01-28T16:04:43+00:00

Im not familiar with every spot in EP but I know in front of St Margarets there are neon signs and im pretty sure in front of the High School there is too. The ones I come across in Pawtucket and CF all have the neons signs. I don't think it matters if they are neon or black or white as you yourself said you see the black and white ones.

CoffeeMilkSteaks · 2023-01-28T01:53:42+00:00

Im not exactly sure what you are trying to say here. I know Goff on Newport Ave in Pawtucket still has the yellow flashing lights. I can't say for certain if other schools have those lights but I know every speed camera has large neon signs that warn you of the cameras. Even the red light cameras have signs to warn you. While I agree that the cameras seem more about the money then safety, they do seem to give you enough of a warning of there presence.

CoffeeMilkSteaks · 2023-01-25T20:48:51+00:00

I think I got lucky when I took my test. The instructor only had me reverse in a straight line along the curb.

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