UCOR’s ORNL D&D crews have begun their next phase of deactivation efforts at the former Isotope Development Laboratory, Building 3038—characterizing a legacy carousel system. That system was previously used in the facility for storing, handling, and packaging of high-level radioisotopes prior to shipment. Characterizing the legacy system poses accessibility challenges as crews can only access…
Today has been warm and sunny, but changes are on the way. Scattered thunderstorms are possible tomorrow, beginning in the late afternoon, with potential periods of heavy rain. The chance of precipitation will continue into Friday. Saturday will be a nice day with sunny skies and a high in the lower 80s. More precipitation is…
Leah Prepchuk of Knoxville, Tennessee, expects to graduate from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville in May 2027 with a degree in industrial engineering. This summer she is working as an engineering intern. Leah likes to hike, read, and sew in her spare time. She hopes to gain experience in the corporate environment and learn how…
The Sip into Summer challenge has kicked off. Be sure to track your water intake daily. Click here for the tracking log or email wellness@orcc.doe.gov . Track your water intake through June 28, then submit your tracking log to wellness@orcc.doe.gov for a chance to win a wellness prize.
When working in and around trenches, the most common potential hazards include cave-ins, hazardous atmospheres, falling objects or debris, and struck-by or caught-between scenarios. Remember to use the following safe practices when working in or around trenches: Maintain a safe way to enter and exit – Trenches 4 feet or deeper must be equipped with…
