To meet DOE requirements, the Dosimetry Department must have all blue 1st quarter 2026 dosimeters returned by close of business, April 8. If you are going to be gone the last week of March 2026 and/or first week of April 2026, leave your 1st quarter dosimeter with your project dosimetry point of contact or the…
On March 5, 2026, a Victoper headlamp that is used on hardhats and PAPR helmets on the Y-12 Cleanup Project overheated. Prompt action was taken to secure the headlamp and remove the rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. Thanks to the situational awareness and questioning attitude of project personnel, no fire occurred and no personnel, facility, or other…
To file a claim for your Critical Illness or Accident policy, use your MyUnum for Members online account by registering at services.unum.com or the MyUnum mobile app for the fastest processing. For phone support, call (800) 635-5597. Find more details here on How to File a Claim with Unum. Your Group Accident Insurance provides a…
UCOR is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free from harassment. We will not tolerate harassing conduct that interferes with an individual’s work performance or creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment. Harassment is unwelcome conduct that is based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy), national…
Working in a team requires relying on each other. When you trust your colleagues, work flows better, and it’s more enjoyable. Trust helps you share ideas, ask for help, and achieve goals together. Here are simple ways to build stronger, trusting relationships with your teammates. Be Reliable. Being dependable is key to building trust. When…
Message from Kenneth Williams, Lead Counselor at UCOR’s Mental Wellbeing Center Change can feel overwhelming, especially when we try to force ourselves to think or feel differently. Instead of fighting what’s uncomfortable, we can learn how to make room for difficult thoughts/feelings while still moving toward the life we want to live. Rather than asking,…
Last week, women leaders celebrated International Women’s Day, which was Sunday, March 8, at the Women’s Network by giving advice and sharing insights from their careers, encouraging attendees to build confidence, strengthen connections, and remain open to new opportunities. UCOR’s Samantha Dolynchuk, Jill DeMella, Kala Dickerson, Renee Salazar-Romero, and Ashley Saunders; Amentum’s Cheryl Cabbil; and…
I am honored to let you know that yesterday, March 9, I assumed the role as President and Chief Executive Officer of UCOR. This is an exciting new chapter and opportunity for me and UCOR—one that will lead our team to continue making monumental strides in cleanup and foster strong community, education, and workforce partnerships.…
UCOR characterization teams are performing critical work at the Y-12 National Security Complex, meticulously assessing Exposure Units (EUs) 1, 2, and 3. These efforts are foundational for the development of the Agile Radiation Case Capability (ARCC) campus, a significant initiative by the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) located in the East End of Y-12. To…
