UCOR’s Parking Lot Safety Rodeo, being held next Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., will give employees a hands-on look at emergency response, fall protection, and vehicle awareness, providing practical safety resources in a fun way directly to the workforce. It is being held in the 701 Scarboro lower parking lot and the 701…
UCOR’s Y-12 deactivation and demolition (D&D) crews completed a recent initiative to decrease mercury vapor exposure in Alpha-4. By installing a new ventilation system, they are paving the way for increased operational efficiency and enhanced worker safety in the former uranium enrichment and lithium processing facility. Crews’ personal protective equipment keeps them safeguarded from hazards.…
Burnout not only affects individual employees but can also impact team morale, productivity, and overall success. In addition to attending the workshop yourself, here are a couple of steps you can take to help build a stronger team: Watch for warning signs: Learn to spot the signs of burnout in your team members, such as increased…
We’re going to reach some near record high temperatures over the next few days with highs in the mid-80s through Saturday. The chance of rain for this week is low, fueling drought conditions and increasing wildfire dangers. We will get some relief from the heat by Sunday as high temperatures will only be in the…
The deadline to submit nominations for the UCOR Small Business Awards has been extended to COB Thursday. When nominating, think of small businesses that provided outstanding service to UCOR over the past year, directly contributing to advancing cleanup across the Oak Ridge Reservation. Please go to the Supply Chain Management HUB page to access the…
COR’s Parking Lot Safety Rodeo will feature convenient access to both life-saving and preventative care resources such as the MEDIC Blood Mobile and University of Tennessee Medical Center. The MEDIC Blood Mobile will provide opportunities for eligible employees to donate blood, directly supporting the region’s supply and helping meet ongoing community needs. UT Medical Center…
Our 5th annual Parking Lot Safety Rodeo will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., April 22. We are bringing you the local Sheriff’s drug take-back program. The Sheriff’s drug take-back program is a public safety initiative where local law enforcement agencies provide safe and anonymous ways to get rid of medications that are:…
Elevate is welcoming an initiative to slow down, breathe deep, and flow together. Elevate’ s Yoga Collective is designed to foster connection, reduce stress, and support overall wellbeing, one mindful step at a time. On Saturday, April 18, Elevate and The Women’s Network will be joining together for yoga at Melton Lake Drive here in…
According to studies, 82% of people don’t have a time management system, which causes disorganization and inefficiency. Studies show employees spend about 51% of work time on tasks with little value. With that information in mind, this month’s UCOR University spotlight is on time management. Following are links to a few of the videos in…
