Category Archives: Newsline

UCOR now offering in-house HAZWOPER training

Recently, UCOR’s Industrial Hygiene (IH) and Training and Development Programs collaborated to create a suite of customized in-house Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training courses for non-union workers. The newly developed HAZWOPER courses provide the workforce with multiple options, including a 40-hour equivalent training, a 24-hour Initial, an 8-hour Refresher, and an 8-hour Supervisor course. Previously, various outside…

Y-12 Annual Evacuation Drill to be held Dec. 2

Y-12 will be conducting their annual evacuation drill on Tuesday, December 2. The drill is scheduled for 10 a.m. for the Central Zone (Post 8 to Old Bear Creek), and 1 p.m. for the East Zone (East of Post 8) and West Zone (West of Old Bear Creek). During this time, follow all directions from…

Fresh food vending coming to UCOR facilities

UCOR is pleased to announce a new partnership with a fresh food vending machine vendor, Roddy Vending. Starting Thursday, Dec. 4, the new vending machines will offer a range of convenient options directly to employees. This initiative aims to enhance the workplace experience by offering a wide selection of fresh meals and snacks at a…

SantaClaustrophobia begins today

Today is the start of SantaClaustrophobia. The goal of this program is to make sure you don’t gain more than two pounds between mid-November and early January.  Start thinking about ways to eat healthier and keep the weight off during the holiday season. All participants will receive a commemorative fleece blanket.

Workforce spotlight – April Freeman

April Freeman is a nurse practitioner for UCOR Health Services and has been with our company for 3 years. She was a former RN and teacher before obtaining her master’s degree. April and her husband spend most of their time away from work being part of their three daughters’ busy sports schedules. To learn more…

Energycast looks at 2026 priorities, reindustrialization, and more

In the November episode of Energycast, we preview the projects slated for fiscal year 2026 that will continue transforming the Y-12 National Security Complex and Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Our team visits Oak Ridge National Laboratory to learn how upcoming demolition projects will clear space for new facilities that will advance important research. Radiant Industries…

Y-12 conducting full-scale emergency exercise on Dec. 2

Y-12 will conduct a full-scale emergency management exercise on Tuesday, Dec. 2. The exercise is expected to start at approximately 10 a.m. (Post 8 to Old Bear Creek) and continue at 1 p.m. (West of Old Bear Creek and East of Post 8). During this time, follow all directions from the Y-12 Operations Center and…

Discounted tickets available for UT basketball games

Discounted tickets to both the men and women’s University of Tennessee basketball games are available to UCOR and subcontractor employees and their family members. Click here to access the discounted tickets website. All available games are being held at the Thompson-Bolling Area at Food City Center. Please note that tickets should be purchased a few…

Preparing for SantaClaustrophobia – helpful hints

The SantaClaustrophobia challenge not to gain more than two pounds during the holiday season kicks off Monday. It’s your seasonal reset to stay grounded, mindful, and mission-ready through the holidays. It’s the perfect time to practice healthy choices, set boundaries, and enjoy the season with intention. It’s not too late to sign up. You can…

Environmental stewardship nominations due this week

UCOR has a proud history of outstanding achievements that demonstrate environmental management and stewardship excellence as we execute our DOE ORR EM cleanup mission. As a way to highlight and celebrate our FY 2025 UCOR project environmental stewardship accomplishments, please submit your UCOR Environmental Management and Stewardship nominations by this Thursday. The nomination categories are Energy…