A pinch point occurs when two objects come together to create an area where a body part, most commonly fingers or hands, can be caught, crushed, or pinched. Pinch points can cause minor bruises and cuts to severe crushing injuries, broken bones, amputations, permanent nerve damage, and life-threatening injuries. Common pinch points include: Gates, doors,…
The safety and the well-being of our workforce remain UCOR’s top focus as we deliver on our Cleanup Today for a Nuclear Tomorrow™ initiative. We maintain an open door policy and several communication channels to ensure all members of the workforce have options to provide feedback and raise concerns without fear of reprisal. To enhance…
The most common type of injuries at UCOR this year are associated with hands. With 11 hand injuries so far, these injuries have more than doubled from the previous year. Two of these events resulted in lacerations that required medical attention beyond first aid. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, an estimated 1…
Distractions that divert attention from a task compromise safety by impairing attention, reaction times, and decision-making. Statistics suggest that being distracted makes us nearly 50% more susceptible to accidents. Distractions can make us not pay attention and fail to see hazards, which can lead to injury. Every day, our brains juggle countless tasks while navigating…
To the UCOR workforce: UCOR Health Services will offer flu shots at site locations starting today. Walk-in vaccinations will be offered beginning Monday, Sept. 29, at Health Services, from 3 to 4 p.m. daily. A limited number of flu vaccines specific for employees 65 years and older will be offered again this year. Any employee who…
To the UCOR workforce: A federal government shutdown could begin Oct. 1 due to a lapse in appropriations. Please remember that if a shutdown occurs, you should continue to report to work. UCOR has sufficient funding to continue normal operations for at least 6 weeks. We will keep you updated as we learn more.…
Nationwide, approximately 25 million students start and end their day with a trip on a school bus. Because school buses are designed for safety, with flashing lights, giant mirrors, stop-sign arms, and that bright yellow color, students are far more likely to get to school safely on a school bus than traveling by car. The…
To the UCOR workforce: UCOR Cybersecurity has been made aware of a new phishing scam targeting Tennessee Department of Revenue and other state agency constituents. These fraudulent messages are often delivered via text or email and may: Threaten consequences such as license revocation or arrest Demand payment for unpaid traffic or toll fees Contain links…
Take Cover. A Take Cover protective action (Y-12 uses “Shelter for Severe Weather”) is issued when a tornado or other threat has the potential to cause physical harm. When you hear a take cover announcement, move to the nearest take cover location in a strong, sturdy part of a building on the lowest level. Ideally,…
Energy remaining in machines and equipment after shutdown can expose workers to risk during maintenance or servicing. If not properly controlled, this energy can lead to serious injuries or fatalities (SIFs). Before starting work, consider potential sources of stored energy that may include: Mechanical – objects under tension or compression (springs/bungees) Hydraulic – pressurized liquids…
