Parking Lot Rodeo draws hundreds to learn about safety

Thanks to all those who attended today’s Parking Lot Safety Rodeo. Approximately 700 people attended, the largest turnout in the event’s five-year history. Attendees got to enjoy UCOR initiatives like the UCOR Connection groups, LSITs, Fidelity, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee, Mental Wellbeing Center, Training, and Wellness, reminding the workforce of the resources we…

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Work progressing on Project Paragon business systems upgrade

We previously introduced Project Paragon as a cross-functional effort to upgrade UCOR’s business systems. The project team is merging the human resources, training, and financial systems into one platform. This modernization effort addresses long-standing challenges with manual processes, inconsistent data, and limited visibility. Work is well underway as we bring these operations into a unified…

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Medication and Heat

Prescription and over-the-counter medications can negatively impact our ability to safely work in heated environments. Certain medications can: Reduce the thirst sensation Interfere with the ability to control the body’s temperature Impair the ability to sweat and properly cool the body Increase the risk of fainting and falls Cause electrolyte imbalances Create skin sensitivity to…