YARDLINES The Official Electronic Newsgram of Norfolk Naval Shipyard
July 12, 2017 shipyard commander Captain Scott Brown
Vice Admiral Moore visits NNSY for Big Rocks Ceremony
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Norfolk Naval Shipyard held its quarterly Big Rocks ceremony featuring NAVSEA Commander, Vice Admiral Tom Moore, on June 22 in Building 163. Big Rocks ceremonies celebrate the shipyard meeting major milestones in the on-time delivery of ships and submarines, while centering up on the next round of deliverables. This ceremony recognized the sharp reduction in work stoppages over the past year, the three-day early undocking of USS Albany (SSN 753), and achieving the production completion date on USS Harry S Truman (CVN 75), with the latter on track for a timely delivery back to the Fleet this month. “This is a fantastic way to recognize all the great work being done in America’s Shipyard!” said Vice Adm. Moore. (Photos by Luke Beasley, NNSY Photographer.)
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McEachin visits NNSY for command brief and waterfront tour
Quarters A ribbon cutting marks restoration completion A ribbon-cutting was held June 15 recognizing the major restoration of the Norfolk Naval Shipyard Commander’s residence, Quarters A. After the ribbon was cut, Shipyard Commander Captain Scott Brown and his wife Missy opened their home for hundreds of shipyard employees to tour. “Almost three years ago, a fire destroyed this house, three days before my family and I were slated to move in,” Capt. Brown said. “Since then, we have been working diligently to
restore it and modernize it to its deserved greatness. History abounds. The reopening of this house represents the return of NNSY’s status as a leader in the community and the leader in world class warship repair for our Navy and country.” Quarters A was completed in 1838 and is on the National Register of Historic Places. You can read more about the restoration and the home’s history in the July Service to the Fleet! (Photos by Tony Anderson, NNSY Photographer.)
Shop 57 wins 2016 Safety Flag Norfolk Naval Shipyard’s (NNSY) Insulation Shop (Shop 57) has been awarded the annual safety flag for the most improved safety performance during 2016! Shipyard Commander Captain Scott Brown and safety leadership presented this award on June 13 in Bldg. 16. In the past year, Shop 57 personnel have emphasized using cut-resistant gloves and implementing cutresistant sleeves; engaged in safety discussions during job planning phases and table top reviews; and increased employee attendance and participation during monthly safety meetings. Thanks to these efforts, the shop had less than half the injury cases and lost workdays it had in 2015. Criteria for earning the annual safety award at the shipyard includes lowering injury rates, outstanding leadership, labor/management partnerships, employee involvement, and an overall commitment in the Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) principles of providing a safe and healthful workplace. “Code 960 is dedicated to making safety the utmost and top priority, as evidenced by earning the Safety Flag for 2016,” said John Tuthill, NNSY Piping Superintendent. “We’re hoping to maintain it in the coming years thanks to the involvement and innovation of our employees.” (Photo by Tony Anderson, NNSY photographer.)
Congressman A. Donald McEachin, 4th Congressional District, made his first visit to Norfolk Naval Shipyard June 19 for a command brief and waterfront tour. The congressman met with shipyard and labor leadership and learned about the vital work America’s Shipyard is currently performing on vessels like USS Harry S Truman (CVN 75), currently finishing up its Planned Incremental Availability, and USS Rhode Island (SSBN 740), now undergoing an Engineered Refueling Overhaul. (Photo by Shayne Hensley, NNSY Photographer.)
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2017 America’s Shipyard Celebration Norfolk Naval Shipyard held its annual America’s Shipyard Celebration June 29. The celebration included two main events designed to honor the diverse group of people who contribute to the shipyard’s mission year round. The celebration beside the Rusty Anchor featured booths from various shops, codes and organizations, along with a live band, a dunk tank, a fun photo station, games, refreshments, and a special meal deal offered by C-MWR. There was also a Shipyard Informational Fair inside Bldg. 1575 where employees learned all about the unique skill sets of the shipyard’s maintenance and modernization professionals and everyone who supports them.
attention: m32 move As M32 prepares for its remodel, all offices within the building will be transferred to the Bldg. M-32 Modular in July 2017, located by the Barracks and the Callaghan Gym. This includes Code 100PI, Code 1142, Code 900T.2, Code 2380, parts of Code 980, the AFGE 4015 office, and the AFGE 22 office. All Learning Organization Classes will also be held at the Modular.
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nnsy day at the tides Sun., Aug. 20 • 4:05 p.m., Harbor Park • Bring your family for a day at the ball park! Gates open at 3 p.m. Ticket specifics coming soon.
fall in for colors Mon., Sept. 11 • 8 a.m., Bldg. 1500 flag pole • The Veteran Employee Readiness Group will be hosting the 9/11 memorial Fall-In For Colors.
fourth quarter big rocks Weds., Oct. 18 • 10:30 a.m., Bldg. 163 high bay family day Sat., Oct. 28 • More information coming soon!
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november 250th anniversary Weds., Nov. 1 • More information coming soon!
October
jULY 28 - Red, White & Blue Day aUG. 25 - College Pride Day SEPT. 22 - Military Branch Day
OCT. 27 - Pink Out Day NOV. 1 - NNSY Pride Day
NNSY Night at the Tides!
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The Norfolk Tides are proud to invite all NNSY employees, friends, and family members to enjoy a fun afternoon of Tides baseball at Harbor Park in celebration for NNSY’s 250 years of service to our country. The Tides are offering reserved seats for just $10 each (regular price: $14) when you purchase tickets at the above link.
Upcoming blood drives: The Armed Forces Blood Drives are scheduled for the following dates from 8 a.m. to noon at the NNSY Chapel. -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 june 30 Blair, Heidi - Resource Manager Bond, Nathan W. - Fabric Worker Apprentice Booker, Kurt - Lofter Bryant, Kaitlin - Fabric Worker Bumgardner, Amie - Fabric Worker Burritt, Pamela - Production Controller Clark, Lakeisha - Electrical Worker Clover, Johnny - Marine Machinery Mechanic Devoe, Cassy - Pipefitter Apprentice Early, Latisha - Tech Librarian Fetter, Ronald - Engineering Technician Fitchett III, Hartwell J. - Boilermaker Supv. Freeh, Daniel - Engineering Technician Gunther, Tieasha - Insulator Gurganus, James - Pipefitter Hatch, Frieda - Rigger Leader Hill, Michael A. - Sheetmetal Worker James, Patrice - Financial Technician Jarman, James - Rigger Joseph, Natasha - Fabric Worker Kee, Cal - Production Controller Key, David - Machinist Lewis, Paige - Program Analyst Linsmier, David - Nuclear Engineer McCloud, Audrey - Painter Mehrtens, Mathew - Nuclear Inspector Miller, Diana - DLA Maritime Norfolk Nierman, Amanda - Financial Management Analyst Phillips, Alan M. - Nuclear Engineer Pocock, Christopher - Woodcrafter Pope, Joy - Health Physicist Rogers, Charles A. - Welder Sausedo, Michael - Tool Room Mechanic 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 or Matthew Mehrtens, 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 396-9084. To donate leave to Paul Cabacungan, Daniel Freeh or David Linsmier, contact Janice Downey at 396-9923. To donate leave to Joy Pope, contact Sherrill Tripp at 396-0943. To donate leave to all other personnel, contact Kim Bazemore or Shanique Sumner at 396-7422.
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Shipyard workers of Hampton Roads Portraits by Glen McClure Exhibition June 2 - August 6, 2017
Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center 400 High Street, Portsmouth, VA