Over the weekend, UCOR crews responded quickly to repair the White Oak Creek Embayment Sediment Retention Structure (SRS) near ORNL after a routine monthly inspection indicated that heavy rains had washed away a localized, exterior portion of the structure. The SRS was built in 1992 to contain historically contaminated sediment within the lower reaches of…
UCOR and subcontractor employees and their family members can purchase discounted tickets to the Knoxville Zoo’s Smoky Night Lights. This new immersive light show celebrates the Smokies in an exciting way. Guests will venture through the new Timber Loop boardwalk to explore the show from multiple viewpoints. They can also explore the new Sugarlands BARn…
Y-12 will be conducting its annual evacuation drill Wednesday. It had originally been scheduled for tomorrow but is being postponed due to weather concerns. 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…
As the holiday rush ramps up, remember that one of the simplest ways to support your well-being is to keep moving. Building small bursts of activity into your day—like a brisk walk before or after meals, a quick stretch routine in the morning, or even a 10-minute dance break to your favorite holiday playlist—can make…
20 years Nathan E. Daugherty, Chief Operating Office Patrick J. Rapp, Nuclear Ops. & Maintenance 10 years Jake A. Knox, Waste Program Andrew C. Rogers, ORNL Project Execution Stanislav O. Titov, TRU Waste Operations Joshua L. Vajda, Engineering, Site Integration and Cleanup
UCOR’s new partnership with fresh food vending machine vendor, Roddy Vending, will begin Dec. 11. It was originally supposed to start this Thursday but has been delayed a week. This initiative aims to enhance the workplace experience by offering a wide selection of fresh meals and snacks at a slightly reduced price point. The new…
The holiday season is in full swing, which means so are phishing campaigns. Security researchers have discovered a large-scale phishing campaign called Quantum Route Redirect (QRR) that is actively targeting Microsoft 365 users. Attackers are using nearly 1,000 domains to host convincing Microsoft 365 login screens designed to steal usernames and passwords. QRR has been…
As we return from the Thanksgiving holiday, it is important that we are mentally and physically ready to return to work. To help you stay focused on safety when you return, consider the following before starting work activities: Situational Awareness: Check workspaces and common areas for changes or potential hazards. Resource Availability: Ensure that resources…
