In today’s ever-evolving workplace, being adaptable isn’t just a buzzword – it’s a superpower! Think about it: new tools, shifting projects, and unexpected challenges are part of our daily work. Being adaptable means you can handle anything that comes your way with a positive attitude and a problem-solving mindset. It’s about being flexible, resilient, and…
Innovative approaches fuel UCOR’s national safety award streak Oak Ridge, Tennessee, September 15, 2026 – United Cleanup Oak Ridge LLC (UCOR) has earned its seventh consecutive national innovation award, continuing a multi-year record of improving workplace practices while safely advancing environmental cleanup across the Oak Ridge Reservation (ORR). UCOR President and Program Manager Jim Blankenhorn…
Autumn officially arrives next week, but the weather is definitely summer-like. High temperatures throughout this week will remain in the lower 90s, with feels-like temperatures approaching 100 thanks to continued high humidity. We may not see a break in the high temperatures until mid-week next week. Rain chances are limited for the week.
[This article is part of the Employee Edge: Sharpen Your Skills & Drive Your Impact series from Total Career Management Services.] Our workplace constantly changes, and adapting to these changes helps us all succeed. Adaptability and flexibility mean you can adjust quickly to new situations and challenges. When you are adaptable, you embrace new ways…
Thrive is UCOR’s integrated health, wellness, and mental wellbeing initiative that unites Occupational Health Services, Elevate Wellness, and the Mental Wellbeing Center under one umbrella. It supports a healthy, resilient and mission-ready workforce that goes home in the same safe condition they arrived for work. Do you want to learn what our wellness resources are,…
Members of the Project Paragon team, John Peets and Judson Hall, will begin holding virtual office hours next week to answer questions and share information on what’s changing. Every Monday and Wednesday from noon to 1 p.m., the two will be on Teams to answer your questions as we get closer to launching the new…
Cole Ayres, a UCOR senior industrial hygienist and respiratory protection program administrator, has been named to the National Safety Council’s (NSC) prestigious “Rising Stars of Safety” Class of 2026. The annual global award program, sponsored by Dow, recognizes outstanding safety professionals under the age of 40 who demonstrate a dedication to continuous safety improvement and…
