Congratulations to Chris Garringer and Tim Carty for receiving a TeamsCount Award! The duo was recognized for their proactive problem-solving and commitment to safety. Y-12 deactivation and demolition crews needed to access existing crane hatch panels in the Alpha-4 facility to install ventilation fans. However, there was not enough information on the panel design for…
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UCOR’s Thrive Program is making healthy, convenient meals more accessible across the Oak Ridge Reservation (ORR) through a new partnership with Clean Eatz and the installation of two on‑site pickup refrigerators. Over the summer, UCOR surveyed employees about their interest in Clean Eatz meal services. After strong support, UCOR Thrive (UCOR’s health, wellness, and mental…
The 2026 Fire Prevention Week theme is “Charge into Fire Safety™”. Starting in 1925 as an observance of the 1871 Great Chicago Fire, Fire Prevention week is the longest running public health observance in the United States. The Great Chicago Fire killed approximately 300 people, left 100,000 homeless, destroyed 17,000 structures, and burned over 2,000…
UCOR crews are using a hybrid excavator to support demolition of the Old Steam Plant, Building 9401-1, at Y-12, resulting in cost savings and more efficient operations. The equipment uses an electric swing motor that regenerates energy as the excavator rotates, reducing engine demand and fuel consumption by approximately 20%. Its quieter operation improves communication…
UCOR and Strata-G are partnering to support the Knox Area Rescue Ministries annual Coats for the Cold clothing drive. Provide a layer of warmth this season to someone in need by donating new or used (in good condition) coats of any size. The campaign closes Monday, Oct. 12. Donation boxes are available are various work…
Expect high temperatures in the low 80s with mostly sunny to partly cloudy conditions most of the week. Low temperatures will be in the mid-50s. A yet-unnamed tropical system in the Gulf of Mexico could bring moisture to the region this weekend. The trajectory continues to push Gulf moisture northward into parts of Tennessee by…
Three emergency exercises will be held next Wednesday, Oct. 14: UCOR FY 2027 evacuation drill: The FY 2027 evacuation drill will be held at 2:30 p.m. The UCOR workforce and visitors present at 90 Union Valley Road, 100 Union Valley Road, 105 Mitchell Road, 701 Scarboro Road, EMWMF, White Wing Scrap Yard, K-1036, and K-1310…
