YARDLINES The Official Electronic Newsgram of Norfolk Naval Shipyard
March 14, 2017
shipyard commander Captain Scott Brown 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, Jennifer Zingalie 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 online www.issuu.com/nnsy
Students in Hampton Roads were treated to a private screening of “Hidden Figures” thanks to Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) and other Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) organizations in Hampton Roads Feb. 25. NNSY partnered with Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command Systems Center Atlantic STEM Outreach, National Aeronautics and Space Administration Langley, the Society of Women Engineers, the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, and other private donors to host a private screening of “Hidden Figures” for Hampton Roads students Feb. 25. The screening was a partnership in celebrating African American History Month and National Engineering Month in Hampton Roads to bring “future figures” together and show them how their passion for STEM can translate into a future career. Immediately following the movie presentation, there was a panel discussion with representatives from each partnering organization during which students asked questions about STEM. The panel included Dr. Lydia Simmons, the Director of Diversity and Inclusion at NNSY. (Photo by Kristi Britt, NNSY Public Affairs Specialist)
Portsmouth water system to temporarily change to chlorine As part of routine maintenance procedures to ensure the quality of our drinking water, the City of Portsmouth, in conjunction with the Cities of Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Suffolk and the County of Isle of Wight, has temporarily switched from chloramines to free chlorine as the disinfecting agent added to city water. This change, which has been done in accordance with state and federal regulations, will pose no impact to public health or to the safety of City water. The switch to free chlorine will continue until March 28, with a return to chloramines on March 29.
nnsy participates in read across america March 2 Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) partnered with Douglass Park Elementary School and Westhaven Elementary School in Portsmouth, Virginia for their annual Read Across America Day March 2. Read Across America Day, an observance on the school day closest to the anniversary of Dr. Seuss’ birthday, is part of a year-long program focused on motivating children and teens to read. The program, led by the National Education Association (NEA), is celebrating its 20th year of building a nation of readers one story at a time. “These types of events are opportunities for our command to engage the community, particularly at a younger age so we can encourage direction and help the students to enjoy reading that would be pivotal in their development,” said NNSY Diversity and Inclusion Director Dr. Lydia Simmons. “Working with students helps to provide them with opportunities to grow and excel in their learning.” (Above: Photos by Shayne Hensley, NNSY Photographer; Below: Photos by Jennifer Zingalie, NNSY Public Affairs Specialist)
This temporary change affects water for all Portsmouth water customers, including those customers in Chesapeake and Suffolk who receive water from the City of Portsmouth. It is possible that residents may notice a chlorine-like smell, often referred to as a “swimming pool smell,” during the change. This is normal and it is not harmful and you will not need to do and anything. Also, it is possible that you may notice brief discoloration - again, this is normal and will dissipate as the change continues. Kidney dialysis patients and fish owners should continue to follow the standard water treatment process for chloramines, as this also removes free chlorine. For more information, call the Portsmouth Water Quality Laboratory at 539-2201 ext. 232.
NNSY OPERATIONS SECURITY (OPSEC) BULLETIN
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March 2017
Would you believe that something as simple as sifting through the trash gives our enemies valuable opportunities to threaten NNSY’s Operations Security and even your personal credit?? What we throw in the trash can provide an adversary Critical Information necessary to defeat our objectives. There are a lot of personal and work-related items found that can potentially lead to credit card fraud, identity theft and impede our mission capabilities. Shredding all paper at home and at work plays a huge role in NNSY’s mission success. First, it enhances the OPSEC program by making it virtually impossible for our adversaries to gather usable information from our trash and second, it makes it extremely difficult for criminals to steal identities of people associated with NNSY. Never forget that we are a nation at war, and all of us must do our part to protect our information from being used against us.
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pROCESS FOR REQUESTING OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHY FROM THE NNSY PHOTO DEPARTMENT, cODE 1170 As of Feb. 1, the official process for requesting any photographic services is to use the “New Photo Request” link on the Code 1170 WebCentral page at https://webcentral.nnsy.navy.mil/departments/C1100/C1170/ Lists/NNSY_WCDT_Calendar/NewRequest.aspx?Source=/departments/C1100/C1170/default.aspx. The information you provide through this link will be sent directly to the photo supervisor only. The supervisor will assign the request to one of the staff photographers. In this written email request, requester will provide the following: Requesting Code or Organization/Requestor or Activity Code/Name Phone Email Date of Shoot Start/End Time Location Type of Shoot (i.e. - Award Ceremony, Event, Group shot, Individual, Project – Ship/Sub, technical, etc) Any other pertinent shoot details Indoors/Outdoors Photo Classification marking – Unclassified/FOUO/U-NNPI/Confidential Photo Output – Electronic/Print/Both/number of prints desired Desired Completion Date Requesting specific Code 1170 photographers by name is discouraged. All photography requests should be sent directly to the photo supervisor, who will assign the request according to current workload. Requests should be made as far in advance as practical to ensure assignment. This process pertains to submitting photo requests in advance. This does not include passport or iso-prep services. These services are provided at the Shipyard Instructional Design Center (SIDC) located on the first floor of Bldg. 13 at the north end of NNSY across from Trophy Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays between the hours of 7:20 and 11:20 a.m. Official portraits should be scheduled as far in advance as practical following the above process. Official Photography is defined as: passports, iso-prep, command portraiture, aerial photography, time lapse, command presentations, sanctioned shipyard events, dockings and undockings, Public Affairs support and documenting industrial processes. If you have questions, please call the photo desk at 396-7182. PLEASE NOTE: Official Photography is defined as: passports, iso-prep, command portraiture, aerial photography, time lapse, command presentations, sanctioned shipyard events, dockings & undockings, Public Affairs support and documenting industrial processes.
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Have a question for a Human Resources Specialist but can't find an opportunity to leave the waterfront? We come to you! On Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays you can now meet with HR specialists in Bldg. 163 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.. You can always call 396-2231 or email us at FLTHRO_NNSY@navy.mil too!
In an effort to educate the workforce and provide information on topics that may be beneficial to employment at NNSY, FLTHRO is hosting several informal “Lunch and Learn” training sessions throughout 2017. The training will be held on the second floor of Bldg. 15 located on McKeever Street. All NNSY employees are welcome and encouraged to attend. FLTHRO has seating for 33 employees, and attendance is on a first-come, first-served basis. Lunch and Learn Sessions will take place from 11:20 a.m. to 12 p.m. in Room 223, the Training Center. “Aim to Train” Lunch and Learn Sessions - Schedule of Events: -Wednesday, Mar. 15 - Workers’ Compensation -Tuesday, Apr. 18 - Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) - Conflict Resolution -Wednesday, May 24 - Reasonable Accommodations Participants are encouraged to use the shuttle service as parking at FLTHRO is limited. If you have questions about this announcement please contact FLTHRO at 396-2231 or FLTHRO_ NNSY@navy.mil.
Welcome aboard new hires Welcome aboard to the latest group of shipyard employees! These new hires joined the NNSY family Feb. 21. Shipyard Commander Capt. Scott Brown welcomed them and then administered the Oath of Office. #SelfieWithTheCO (Photo by Luke Beasley, NNSY Photographer).
What’s next for the 250th anniversary celebration America’s Shipyard is celebrating 250 years this year and we want you to be part of the festivities. Throughout the year, the shipyard and its many organizations will be hosting events to celebrate this historical milestone. More events are on the horizon so be on the lookout for more information coming soon.
Show your shipyard spirit: #SpiritDay The fourth Friday of each month has been designated as #SpiritDay. Mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate #250Years of shipyard history and innovation. Take a photo before you leave your house and share it on the shipyard Facebook page or tag us on Twitter with the hashtag “#SpiritDay” and you could be featured in an upcoming issue of Service to the Fleet! The third #SpiritDay will be March 24. The theme is “Superhero Day.” Reminder: no capes or masks will be allowed in the Industrial area. Take a photo before you leave your house and share it on the shipyard Facebook page or tag us on Twitter with the hashtag “#SpiritDay” and you could be featured in an upcoming issue of Service to the Fleet!
-The Shipyard will hold a shipyardwide Employee Development Day March 15 from 7:20 a.m. to 11:20 a.m. -There will be a Sexual Assault Awareness Month Kick-Off event April 4 in Bldg. 163 High Bay area from 10:30 a.m. to 11:20 a.m. Former NFL player Don McPherson will be the guest speaker for the event. For more information, email Shalise Bates-Pratt. -There will be a moment of silence for victims of Sexual Assault at the Bldg. 1500 flagpole April 7 at 8:30 a.m.
Employees are invited to participate in a #SpiritDay group photo in front of Bldg. 1500 at 11:20 a.m. If you and your co-workers would like a group photo, a photographer will be available to assist you. Call the Public Affairs Office at 396-9550 if you have any questions.
-There will be an Appreciation Breakfast for victim advocates of Sexual Assault April 13 in the Code 500/Code 800 Conference Room. For more information, email Shalise Bates-Pratt. -April 19 will be Teal and Jean Day in honor of to Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. -The 2nd Quarter Big Rocks Ceremony will be held in Bldg. 163 High Bay area April 26 beginning at 10:30 a.m. -The 2nd Annual Bowling event in dedication to Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month will be April 28 at the Strike Zone Bowling Alley starting at 12 noon. For more information, email Shalise Bates-Pratt. -Shipyard Commander, Capt. Scott Brown, will be the guest speaker for the Friends of Portsmouth event at the Dry Dock Club May 15 at 11:20 a.m. The event is sponsored by the Portsmouth Shipyard Museum. -The Veteran Employee Readiness Group will be hosting the Memorial Day Fall-In For Colors May 26 in front of Bldg. 1500. -The Shipyard will be participating in the City of Portsmouth 133rd Annual Memorial Day Parade May 29 at 10 a.m.
April 28 - Wear Green Day
Aug. 25 - College Pride Day
May 26 - Hawaiian Shirt Day
Sept. 22 - Military Branch Day
June 23 - Rainbow Day
Oct. 27 - Pink Out Day
July 28 - Red, White, and Blue Day
Nov. 4 - NNSY Pride Day
-There will be a Clean the Shipyard Day June 14 from 7:30 to 10 a.m. This will be followed by the 3rd Quarter Big Rocks Ceremony in the Bldg. 163 High Bay area beginning at 10:30 a.m. -The 3rd Annual America’s Shipyard Celebration will begin July 3. More information coming soon! -In celebration of our 250th Anniversary, please bring your family and join the fun for Norfolk Naval Shipyard Day at the Tides Sunday, Aug. 20. Game time is 4:05pm. Gates open at 3 p.m. Ticket specifics will be provided at a later date. -There will be a Fall-In for Colors in support of 9/11 Sept. 11 at the Bldg. 1500 flagpole. -The 4th Quarter Big Rocks Ceremony will be held in Bldg. 163 High Bay area Oct. 18 beginning at 10:30 a.m. -The Shipyard will be hosting a Family Day celebration Oct. 28. More information coming soon! -The Shipyard will be celebrating its 250th Anniversary Nov. 1 with the Apprentice Graduation and Anniversary Celebration. More information coming soon!
Here’s some shots from Wear Red Day Feb. 24. Check out the photo album here. Also be sure to check out Service to the Fleet for more photos.
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ongoing observances: March:
Women’s History Month National Nutrition Month
Upcoming blood drives: The Armed Forces Blood Drives are scheduled for the following dates from 8 a.m. to noon at the NNSY Chapel. -Apr. 12 -June 14 -Aug. 16 -Oct. 18 -Dec. 12 For more information, contact Karen Blanton at 396-9506. To add events to the calendar, please contact the Public Affairs Office.
Personnel in Need of Leave As of March 10 Allen, Michael - Insulator Blair, Heidi - Resource Manager Bond, Nathan W. - Fabric Worker Apprentice Bryant, Kaitlin - Fabric Worker Bumgardner, Amie - Fabric Worker Burritt, Pamela - Production Controller Clover, Johnny - Marine Machinery Mechanic Early, Latisha - Tech Librarian Fetter, Ronald - Engineering Technician Fitchett III, Hartwell J. Boilermaker Supv. Freeh, Daniel - Engineering Technician Frenette, Justin - Welder Gurganus, James - Pipefitter Hatch, Frieda - Rigger Leader Hill, Michael A. - Sheetmetal Worker James, Patrice - Financial Technician Jankosky, Iris - Facilities Manager Jones, Corliss - Fabric Worker Kee, Cal - Production Controller Key, David - Machinist Lewis, Paige - Program Analyst Linsmier, David - Nuclear Engineer Mason, Kelly D.J. - Welder McCloud, Audrey - Painter Miller, Diana - DLA Maritime Norfolk Nierman, Amanda - Financial Management Analyst Oetzel, Jessica - Welder Phillips, Alan M. - Nuclear Engineer Riley, Kenneth - Shipfitter Robertson, Roger - Industrial Elec. Control Mechanic Rogers, Charles A. - Welder Root, Deanna - Supply Management Specialist
Trau, Richard - Pipefitter Supervisor Varner, Stephanie - Admin Support Assistant White, James E. - Welder To donate leave to Patrice James or Amanda Nierman, contact Shelley Pierce at 396-2338. To donate leave to Latisha Early, contact Karen Cook at 396-8857. To donate leave to Pamela Burritt, contact Hayes Jones at 396-7357. To donate leave to Ronald Fetter, contact Karen Cook at 396-8857. To donate leave to Diana Miller, contact Lee Harris at 396-8832. To donate leave to Cal Kee, contact Marian Tilliman at 396-4159. To donate leave to Alan Phillips or Frieda Hatch, contact Patricia Phillips at 396-9420. To donate leave to Paige Lewis, contact Ciara Summers at 3969084. To donate leave to Deanna Root or David Linsmier, contact Janice Downey at 396-9923. To donate leave to all other personnel, contact Kim Bazemore, or Shanique Sumner at 396-7422.
Public Affairs is currently looking for nominations to be the next Shipyard Spotlight! Please email us with your nomination, their contact information, and why you think they should be the next Shipyard Spotlight. They could be featured in an upcoming Service to the Fleet.