YARDLINES The Official Electronic Newsgram of Norfolk Naval Shipyard
December 19, 2018
shipyard commander Captain Kai Torkelson deputy commander Captain Daniel Rossler command master chief CMDCM (AW/SW) Michael Reese public affairs officer Terri Davis Editor Kristi Britt public affairs STAFF Michael Brayshaw, April Brown, Floyd Logan, Troy Miller, Curtis Steward, Anna Taylor Interested in submitting information to be featured in the next Yardlines? Email the Public Affairs Office at NSFH_NNSY_ PAO@Navy.mil. YARDLINES is a Department of Defense publication and is authorized for members of the DoD. Contents of Yardlines are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, or Norfolk Naval Shipyard. Yardlines is published bi-monthly. Submissions are due on the 4th and 14th of each month. The public affairs staff reserves the right to edit submissions for content and brevity. like us on facebook www.facebook.com/NorfolkNavalShipyard1 follow us on twitter www.twitter.com/NNSYNews watch videos on youtube www.youtube.com/NNSYBroadcast read Service to the fleet and Yardlines online www.issuu.com/nnsy
toys for tots
Members of Norfolk Naval Shipyard’s Veteran Employee Readiness Group (VET-ERG) sort through toy donations at Quarters M-1 Dec. 7 for the 2018 Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Campaign. Sailors, shipyard and tenant employees donated more than 750 toys -- marking a new shipyard record! -that will be distributed to families in need to help ensure a Merry Christmas! (Photos by Shelby West, Shipyard Photographer)
new policy for exiting the cia
Effective Jan. 2, 2019, in accordance with OPNAVINST 5530.14E and NTTP 3-07.2.3 in an effort to increase our safety and security, all personnel will be required to scan/swipe OUT of the Controlled Industrial Area (CIA). This applies to all personnel (NNSY employees, contractors, vendors, and Ship’s Force) leaving either by pedestrian turnstiles or by vehicle through CIA manned gates. This new policy will take effect as we return from curtailment. All personnel should plan accordingly. For more information, contact Mr. Mike Britt at 396-0544 or michael.z.britt1@navy.mil.
holiday curtailment
Norfolk Naval Shipyard will curtail all but essential operations on Dec. 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, and 31, 2018 and Jan. 1, 2019. Official government holidays are Dec. 25, 2018 and Jan. 1, 2019. Curtailing all but essential operations on the above dates will achieve maximum economy for a holiday period when significant numbers of employees are absent from work, thus reducing the normal productive effort. All three shifts will work on Dec. 21, 2018, ending with the third shift at 7:40 a.m. Dec. 22, 2018. Employees will return to work Jan. 2, 2019, starting with the first (or day) shift. This year, 40 hours of annual leave will be needed. Employees with sufficient annual leave will take leave during the curtailment period. New employees starting work after June 1, 2018 will take Leave Without Pay (LWOP) as an employment condition if they do not have sufficient leave to cover the curtailment period; or they may be furloughed (FWOP) per applicable negotiated agreements or other regulations.
holiday safety brief
To help everyone stay focused and safe this holiday season, the 2018 edition of the Holiday Safety Brief has been posted to the NNSY WebCentral page under the “Safety Brief ” link (Hot Links, Safety Brief, 2018, November). This tool is to be used as a brief for all hands to maintain our safety focus before & during the holidays as well as when we return from curtailment.
congrats sept safety flag winner
Congratulations to Shop 89 of NNSY’s Temporary Services Group (Code 990), winner of the September 2018 Safety Flag! Shipyard Commander Captain Kai Torkelson, Production Resources Officer Jip Mosman and NNSY safety leadership presented this award Nov. 27 in Building 298. The shop had no injuries and one lost workday case for the month. Code 990 attributed this award to increased attendance in safety meetings; interactive pre-job briefs detailing safety requirements; and thorough assessments of any mishaps to prevent future occurrences. Certificates of appreciation were presented to Warren Fager and Randy Temple for their efforts in contributing to a safer workplace. This award marks Shop 89’s fifth safety flag for 2018! (Photos by Shayne Hensley, NNSY Photographer.)
flthro corner Informal Lunch and Learns - In an effort to provide NNSY employees information and education on beneficial Human Resources topics, FLTHRO will host informal “Lunch and Learn” training sessions throughout the next year. Bring your lunch, we’ll provide the education! All NNSY employees are welcome and encouraged to attend these informal sessions. FLTHRO has seating for 33 employees, and attendance is on a first-come, first-served basis. Jan. 31, 2019 - Writing a Position Description - 9 to 11 a.m. - Geared Towards Supervisors/Managers Feb. 6, 2019 - Resume Writing - 11:20 a.m. to Noon - Open to All Employees Mar. 13, 2019 - Reasonable Accomodations - 11:20 a.m. to Noon - Open to All Employees Apr. 18, 2019 - Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) - 11:20 a.m. to Noon - Open to All Employees May 15, 2019 - Resume Writing - 11:20 a.m. to Noon - Open to All Employees May 30, 2019 - Writing a Position Description - 9 to 11 a.m. - Geared Towards Supervisors/Managers June 11, 2019 - Navigating USAJobs - 11:20 a.m. to Noon - Open to All Employees July 25, 2019 - Resume Writing - 11:20 a.m. to Noon - Open to All Employees Aug. 15, 2019 - Writing a Position Description - 9 to 11 a.m. - Geared Towards Supervisors/Managers Sep. 12, 2019 - Navigating USAJobs - 11:20 a.m. to Noon - Open to All Employees
All courses and events are located at Bldg. 15, McKeever Street, 2nd Floor in the Training Center, Room 223. Participants are encouraged to use the shuttle service as parking at FLTHRO is limited. All participants must sign into the front desk prior to attending the session. If you have questions you may contact Germaine Harris at 396-2100. You must RSVP via email to FLTHRO_ Training@navy.mil to reserve a seat. You will receive a confirmation of enrollment from this office.
Happy Holidays from America’s Shipyard
upcoming events
Pass and ID: NNSY Pass & ID hours are Monday Friday 0630 - 1500. Call 396-2393, 396-7260, or 396-5076 for more information. Parking: If your car is not registered and you do not have your parking placard visible, you WILL be towed! Make sure you register your vehicle at the Pass and ID Office. CEAP: Civilian Employee Assistance Program (CEAP) is available 24/7. The free service provides work and life benefits as well as support for a variety of issues to include childcare, finances, eldercare, identity theft, legal services, alcohol and substance abuse, and much more. Services are confidential for employees and family members; call 844-366-2327 or visit www.donceap.foh.psc.gov. Awards: The EARN Store is open. Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 7 to 8 a.m. and 2 to 4 p.m. in Bldg. 15. Call 396-8159 for more information.
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Happy Holidays from Norfolk Naval Shipyard! •
December 20, Bldg. 1500 2nd Floor Code 800 Conference Room, 11 a.m. to noon --The Hispanic Employee Resource Group (HERG) will host its monthly meeting. Everyone is invited to attend. Time is allowed with supervisor approval. --For more information, contact Ivonne Jacome at 396-8163.
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December 20, Bldg. M-1 Conference Room, 1:30 to 3 p.m. --The African American Employee Resource Group (AA-ERG) will host its monthly meeting. Everyone is invited to attend. Time is allowed with supervisor approval. --For more information, contact Michael Taylor at 967-3286.
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December 22, 2018 - January 1, 2019 --NNSY will hold its annual holiday curtailment.
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January 8, Bldg. 1500 2nd Floor Code 800 Conference Room, 2 to 3 p.m. --The NNSY Disability Awareness Committee Employee Resource Group (DAC-ERG) will host its monthly meeting. Everyone is invited to attend. Time is allowed with supervisor approval. --For more information, contact Daniel Freeh at 396-7126.
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January 10, Bldg. M-1 Conference Room, 8 - 9 a.m. --The NNSY Veteran Employee Readiness Group (VET-ERG) will host its monthly meeting. Everyone is invited to attend. Time is allowed with supervisor approval. --For more information, contact Tasha Beverly at 396-0557.
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January 10, Bldg. 31 1st Floor, 9 a.m. --The Technology and Innovation Community of Practice invites anyone who is interested in NNSY’s innovation efforts to attend its next meeting. --Meetings are held every Thursday before pay day. --Please contact Kim Brashears at 396-5755 for more information.
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January 10, Bldg. 1500 2nd Floor Code 800 Conference Room, 11 a.m. to noon --The Hispanic Employee Resource Group (HERG) will host its monthly meeting. Everyone is invited to attend. Time is allowed with supervisor approval. --For more information, contact Ivonne Jacome at 396-8163.
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January 10, Bldg. 510 R1 Room 20, 3 to 4 p.m. --The Federal Women’s Program (FWP) will host its monthly meeting. Everyone is invited to attend. Time is allowed with supervisor approval. --For more information, contact Carlynn Lucas at 396-9891.
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January 18, Bldg. 1500 Command Briefing Room, 11 a.m. --Join us for the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration. Everyone is invited to attend. Time is allowed with supervisor approval. --More information coming soon!
OSHA WORKER RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES As a worker, you have the right to: • • • • • • • •
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Request an OSHA inspection for workplace hazards, violations of OSHA standards, or violations of the OSH act Have an authorized employee representative accompany the OSHA compliance officer on the workplace inspection Confer informally and privately with OSHA compliance officer Be notified by your employer of any citations issued for alleged violations of standards at the workplace, and of your employer's requests for variances or for changes in the abatement period Contest the abatement time set in any citation issued to your employer by OSHA File a complaint with OSHA if you believe you have been dismissed, demoted or otherwise discriminated against for exercising your rights under OSHA Ask OSHA about any tests performed in your workplace, the results of inspections, and any decision to take action on a complaint Receive information from your employer about hazards and safety measures applicable to the workplace, OSHA standards relevant to your job and the record of accidents and illnesses in the workplace Ask that the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health evaluate and provide information on the substances used in your workplace Refuse to work in an imminent danger situation, under certain conditions Submit written information or comment to OSHA on the issuance, revision or modification of an OSHA standard and to request a public hearing Observe the monitoring or measuring of toxic substances in the workplace if you are exposed, and to have access to any records of your exposure
As a worker, you have the responsibility to: • • • • •
Read the OSHA poster in your workplace (posted on official bulletin boards) Comply with all the OSHA standards, with all requirements of your state-approved plan (if any), and with your employer's safety and health rules Report any hazards immediately to your supervisor (or use the SDR/EHR program) Report to your supervisor any job-related illnesses or injuries Cooperate fully with the OSHA compliance officer who inspects your workplace
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File a complaint with OSHA within 30 days (by phone, online or by mail) if you have been retaliated against for using your right.
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CODE 106 WILL REPORT TO OSHA
All work-related fatalities should be reported within eight hours, and all inpatient hospitalizations, amputations and losses of an eye within 24 hours.
DID YOU KNOW?
All of NNSY's safety metrics are available on WebCentral at webcentral.nnsy.navy.mil/ departments/C106/c106.2/sitepages/Shop%20 Project%20Metrics.aspx
NNSY TOP MISHAPS BY TYPE OCTOBER 2017 - SEPTEMBER 2018
CONTACT WITH: 24% OVEREXERTION: 16% FALL: 13% EXPOSURE TO NOISE OVER TIME: 10% RUBBED OR ABRADED BY: 8% STRUCK BY: 6%
Code 106 is NNSY’s local OSHA representative. You can call 396-7231 regarding your OSHA rights and responsibilities. You also have the right to contact the OSHA office directly by calling 1-800-321-OSHA or visiting www.OSHA.gov/html/RAmap.html