We are cleaning up contaminated, unused facilities on the Oak Ridge Reservation (ORR). In addition to removing excess facilities, we maintain facilities across ORR that are waiting for disposition. We also provide critical upgrades to extend the life of active, but aging, facilities. This continues the same work done by the former UCOR from 2011 to 2022.
Latest Updates
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Meet one of our newer employees, Tanner Holsomback.
Watch our latest project update video to see our cleanup progress and achievements in recent weeks. #environmentalcleanup #topworkplaces
Crews at Y-12 National Security Complex’s Alpha-2 building are pouring grout into the basement. The grout will ensure safe work and walking surfaces as crews continue deactivation. To prep for demolition in the fall, workers will ultimately pour 38,000 cubic yards of grout into the basement. #environmentalcleanup #safetyculture
A sneak peek at another big accomplishment ALMOST done. Read next Tuesday’s DOE EM Update newsletter to get the full story on the Low Intensity Test Reactor leaving Oak Ridge. #environmentalcleanup
What's New
EM crews complete repairs on Oak Ridge’s tallest stack
The iconic 3039 stack has towered over the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) since the lab’s earliest days, providing ventilation to operations at the site. However, recent inspections revealed portions of the landmark had deteriorated and required repairs. The Oak Ridge Office of Environmental Management (OREM) performs periodic inspections of the structure to identify any defects or other issues.
What's New
Oak Ridge upgrades ensure reliable waste treatment operations
The Oak Ridge Office of Environmental Management and contractor UCOR recently completed an extensive piping replacement project to extend the life of the Liquid and Gaseous Waste Operations (LGWO) system at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). Replacing the piping and completing other upgrades alleviates the recurring need for maintenance and repair of aging infrastructure built many decades ago and ensures the system’s reliability.
What's New
UCOR recognized as national Top Workplace
At a ceremony in New York yesterday, United Cleanup Oak Ridge (UCOR) was recognized with the 2024 Top Workplaces USA award. The award, from USA Today and Energage, was based solely on feedback provided by the UCOR workforce. UCOR is the lead cleanup contractor for the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Oak Ridge Reservation.
What's New
New labor agreement increases pay for UCOR construction trade workers
Today, United Cleanup Oak Ridge (UCOR) took a major step forward in the company’s ability to recruit and retain skilled construction trade workers. The company signed a national Project Labor Agreement (PLA) with North America’s Building Trades Unions (NABTU), which increases UCOR’s ability to offer a competitive compensation package.
Safety
We Strive to Set the Standard in Safety
Safety is always the top priority at UCOR. We are a DOE Voluntary Protection Program Star site, a designation given to only the safest sites in the DOE Complex. Our award-winning safety performance has earned us many accolades.
Employee involvement is a key aspect of our safety culture. We empower our workers to stop work if they see something questionable. We also have strong worker engagement program to ensure our team members feel safe in their work environment.
