As we gather with family and friends this Thanksgiving, remain diligent to protect against the following potential holiday-related hazards. Travel – The National Safety Council predicts that more than 500 Americans may die because of vehicle accidents this Thanksgiving. To avoid or mitigate the consequences of an accident, you should: Enforce the use of seat…
Recently, UCOR’s Industrial Hygiene (IH) and Training and Development Programs collaborated to create a suite of customized in-house Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training courses for non-union workers. The newly developed HAZWOPER courses provide the workforce with multiple options, including a 40-hour equivalent training, a 24-hour Initial, an 8-hour Refresher, and an 8-hour Supervisor course. Previously, various outside…
Y-12 will be conducting their annual evacuation drill on Tuesday, December 2. The drill is scheduled for 10 a.m. for the Central Zone (Post 8 to Old Bear Creek), and 1 p.m. for the East Zone (East of Post 8) and West Zone (West of Old Bear Creek). During this time, follow all directions from…
UCOR is pleased to announce a new partnership with a fresh food vending machine vendor, Roddy Vending. Starting Thursday, Dec. 4, the new vending machines will offer a range of convenient options directly to employees. This initiative aims to enhance the workplace experience by offering a wide selection of fresh meals and snacks at a…
Today is the start of SantaClaustrophobia. The goal of this program is to make sure you don’t gain more than two pounds between mid-November and early January. Start thinking about ways to eat healthier and keep the weight off during the holiday season. All participants will receive a commemorative fleece blanket.
April Freeman is a nurse practitioner for UCOR Health Services and has been with our company for 3 years. She was a former RN and teacher before obtaining her master’s degree. April and her husband spend most of their time away from work being part of their three daughters’ busy sports schedules. To learn more…
