Several Argonne employees received on-the-spot recognition for displaying positive safety and/or quality assurance initiative during the month of June 2018.
Gold Spot Award recipients Gregory Banks (AES) Abelardo Beltran-Jimenez (STE) Scott Gildo (FAC) Steven Macewko (FAC) Emily Moog (DIS) Alexander Smith (STE) Patricia Weikersheimer (BIS-BTC) Kamila Wiaderek (XSD) Silver Spot Award recipients Gregory Dolnak (NWM) … Read More
Linda Conlin (BIS) noticed that power strips in a work area appeared to be older (i.e., “from the 90s”) and not up to code. Multiple computers and machines for creating CDs were used in the affected space, making it all the more important to have up-to-code power strips.
The building manager confirmed Linda’s assessment that … Read More
These days, no one is entirely safe from data breaches. Even people who don’t normally work with sensitive information need to pay attention to security. That’s what Operations Security (OPSEC) Week is designed to do: remind Argonne employees of the important role they play in securing information both at home and at work.
“It’s important … Read More
To improve safety and housekeeping, Argonne is holding “Disposal Days” Monday, July 23, through Friday, July 27, 2018, with the goal of reducing clutter and material stored in active work areas and common spaces across the laboratory. Disposal Days is a great opportunity to replicate the success of the recent Shred Day event, where 4.6 … Read More
The Improving How We Work (IHWW) Work Planning and Control (WPC) project is moving into high gear.
The project goal is to create a “simpler and safer” WPC process to ensure:
A focus on communication and collaboration during all projects That employees are provided effective and meaningful learning programs to ensure that they are properly … Read More
According to the U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), many heat-related problems can be avoided.
Modify working conditions
You may need to make adjustments to your work environment to reduce exposure to heat.
Use air conditioning as much as possible. Use air-conditioned equipment like crane or construction equipment cabs. Have air … Read More
All are welcome to join Laboratory Director Paul Kearns for “Conversations with Kearns,” an informal gathering held approximately twice a month at locations across the Argonne site. Wide-ranging discussions at these meetings have covered laboratory strategy, safety, and many other topics of interest. No registration is necessary.
Meetings planned for summer and fall include:
Tuesday, … Read More
Several Argonne employees received on-the-spot recognition for displaying positive safety and/or quality assurance initiative during the month of May 2018.
Gold Spot Award recipients Zachary Bubinas (NWM) Linda Conlin (BIS) Tracey Gallegos (LEG) Scott Izzo (AES) Jacquelin LeBreck (CPA) Kathryn Macal (OTD) Matthew Nagrodski (HSE) Gregory O’Neill (NWM) Eric Wilkinson (NWM) Raymond Ziegler (XSD) Silver … Read More
All site occupants are required to follow Traffic Safety: LMS-POL-6 and the Illinois Rules of the Road when driving on Argonne’s site.
Important reminders:
Come to a complete stop at all stop signs. Texting and talking on cell phones, including the use of wireless headsets, are prohibited while … Read More
By Betsy Dunn, Health, Safety and Environment Director, and Meridith Bruozas, Educational Programs and Outreach Manager
Each summer, Argonne welcomes student interns and the energy they bring to our campus. Part of their work experience requires awareness of and a focus on safety. While this is an exciting time for both the students and Argonne, … Read More
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