7 | 7 | 2014
A weekly publication of Newport News Shipbuilding
NNS Tests Ford’s New AnchorHandling System Newport News Shipbuilding has successfully completed anchor testing on Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), bringing the ship closer to its 2016 delivery to the U.S. Navy. Ford’s new anchor system features a lighter anchor and chain, weighing in at half the weight of the previous Nimitz-class carriers’ anchor systems. At 30,000 pounds, Ford’s anchor is significantly lighter than the Nimitz-class anchors, matching the overall lighter weight of the carrier itself. The anchor chain also weighs significantly less than its Nimitz counterpart. The 1,440-foot... CONTINUED ON PAGE 2
Front row (L to R): Johnny Speight, Epifanio Sanchez, Christopher D’Alessio, Rick Whitehead, John Proulx. Second row (L to R): Robert Heberger, Steven Doherty, Fred Brown, Paul Deloux, Hugo Belfiore, Ricky Calvert. Back row (L to R): Wade Lynn, Ronnie King, Kelvin Grey, Izaac Pruden, Mark Fernald, Lee Jarvis. Photo by Chris Oxley
NNI Shipbuilders Celebrate a Positive Safety Culture Newport News Industrial shipbuilders working in the Valve and Component Repair Shop held a luncheon on June 26 to celebrate safety successes the crew has had over the past year and to initiate a safety discussion. “This crew takes safety very seriously,” said Operations Superintendent Izaac Pruden. “The employees come to work with a questioning attitude, communicate well and look out for each other on a daily basis. They have built a positive safety culture in the shop that encourages crew members to follow safety guidelines by adhering to procedures, stop when they are unsure of something and alert others when things don’t look right.”
HII to Mail Workplace Violence DVD to the Home of NNS Shipbuilders. PAGE 2
Pruden also spoke about NNI’s Corrective Action Program (CAP). “Our program encourages everyone on the shop floor to submit a condition report documenting any concerns they have — good or bad and submit it,” Pruden said. “Each week the CAP leadership team meets to discuss, track and categorize all reports submitted. I think this system has played a large role in the success of this team.” The team has gone more than 2,400 days without an accident. Pruden said, “I’m proud of this crew and the high-quality work they have performed with zero accidents.”
“Why is the U.S. Navy Concerned about Piping System Cleanliness?” PAGE 3
Stoller Receives Safety Award The Greater Hamilton Safety Council recently presented Stoller with a “100% Award” recognition during the organization’s 71st Annual Awards Banquet. The award is presented to area companies that worked an entire year with no lost-time injuries or illnesses. Only the hours worked by Stoller employees in the state of Ohio are eligible for the recognition. Stoller is a member of the Greater Hamilton Safety Council, which supports safety activities and performance of Ohio corporate members. Pictured (L to R): Larry Oeffner, Health and Safety specialist, Roger Grant, Industrial Hygienist, Jim Siler, Health and Safety manager, Karen Voisard, VPP Coordinator, Glenn Griffiths, Program manager, Bill Hertel, Fernald/Mound Site manager.
HealthWaves to Hold FREE Blood Pressure Screenings in July. PAGE 3