YARDLINES The Official Electronic Newsgram of Norfolk Naval Shipyard
july 28, 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.
Congratulations to NNSY’s Shipfitter Shop (Shop 11), winner of the April 2017 Safety Flag! This award was presented July 11 in Building 163. The shop had zero injuries or lost workday cases for the month. In addition to safety briefs and a focus on VPP principles, the shop has implemented an employee innovation, the “Slick Hood,” which provides better eye protection during grinding operations. Individual safety awards were presented to Christopher Kanash, Michael Mercer and Larry Williford for their personal efforts in contributing to a safer workplace. Shipyard Commander Captain Scott Brown, Deputy Shipyard Commander Captain Dan Rossler, Command Master Chief Michael Reese and Safety, Health and Environmental Director Jill Wild attended to congratulate the shop and present the award. (Photo by Luke Beasley, Shipyard Photographer)
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NNSY welcomed a class of new hires to the shipyard July 10. (Photo by Shayne Hensley, Shipyard Photographer)
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In celebration of Norfolk Naval Shipyard’s 250th birthday, the fourth Friday of each month has been designated as #SpiritDay. Today is Red, White, and Blue Day to show off your patriotism and pride. All employees are invited to participate in a #SpiritDay group photo in front of Bldg. 1500 at 11:20 a.m. If you’d like assistance with a group photo, call the Public Affairs Office at 396-9550. Attention: Code 105 will be hosting a Safety Fair Aug. 2 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. in Bldg. 163’s High Bay area. All personnel are welcome to attend. For those participating in the VPP passport initiative, there will be opportunities for signatures at the fair. We hope to see you there!
tuition assistance program Congratulations to Commander Ryan McCrillis, presented the Meritorious Service Medal July 17 for outstanding service as Production Resources Officer and Deputy Project Superintendent at Norfolk Naval Shipyard the past three years. McCrillis’ accomplishments include implementing the Trades Managers program to return work ownership to the waterfront shops; enhancing training areas; as well as working to improve retention for the shipyard’s nuclear welders. “Ryan really stepped up for the shipyard and did a tremendous job,” said Shipyard Commander Captain Scott Brown. “I really look forward to great things; I think a future shipyard commander is standing right in front of us.” Addressing the ceremony attendees, McCrillis said, “This is amazing! You guys really made it happen, and I was honored to be part of Norfolk Naval Shipyard.” (Photo by Tony Anderson, NNSY Photographer.)
Please note that the deadline for submitting a Tuition Assistance (TA) request for Spring 2018 is Dec. 8. Requests received after the deadline will be processed at the end of the curtailment period beginning Jan. 3, 2018, on a first-in first-out basis. For more information, contact Tasha Beverly at 396-0557.
earn awards deadlines Please note that EARN Awards must be written by Aug. 4. EARN Awards can be redeemed at the store through Sept. 30. Store hours are: Tues., Weds., Thurs., 7 to 8 a.m. and 2 to 4 p.m. The store is located in Bldg. 1500, 1st floor, Room 119B. For more information, call 396-8159.
some training classes have moved
Brig modular
The trainings typically provided in Bldg. M-32 (i.e. LO101 Workshop, Yellow Belt Training, etc.) will be provided in temporary modulars beside the base gym (titled “M32- Modulars”). Please check with your training POC or the program administrator for additional information.
The Brig Modular Trailer located behind Bldg. 1500 is now open for business. Food will be served between the hours of 5:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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.
NNSY MWR hosted the annual Color Me Awesome Family Fun Run July 15. (Photos by Shayne Hensley, Shipyard Photographer)
Personnel in Need of Leave As of july 27 Blair, Heidi - Resource Manager Bond, Nathan W. - Fabric Worker Apprentice Brooks, April - Heavy Mobile Equipment Apprentice Bumgardner, Amie - Fabric Worker Burritt, Pamela - Production Controller Clark, Lakeisha - Electrical Worker Cohen, Adam - Sheet Metal Mechanic David, Sharon - Insulator Supervisor Devoe, Cassy - Pipefitter Apprentice Early, Latisha - Tech Librarian Fitchett III, Hartwell J. Boilermaker Supv. Freeh, Daniel - Engineering Technician Gibbs, Jerry - Electrician Gordon, Michael - Shipfitter 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 Pope, Joy - Health Physicist Rogers, Charles A. - Welder
Varner, Stephanie - Admin Support Assistant Vazquez, Crystal - Physical Science Technician 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 3969084. To donate leave to Daniel Freeh or David Linsmier, contact Janice Downey at 396-9923. To donate leave to Joy Pope or Crystal Vazquez, contact Sherrill Tripp at 396-0943. To donate leave to all other personnel, contact Kim Bazemore or Shanique Sumner at 396-7422.
Do you know someone who you think should be the next Shipyard Spotlight? Email the Public Affairs Office today and share with us your nomination. Be sure to include their name and contact information as well as the reason why you think they are the next Shipyard Spotlight. The nominees may be featured in Service to the Fleet and Facebook.
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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.
October fourth quarter big rocks Weds., Oct. 18 • 10:30 a.m., Bldg. 163 high bay family day Sat., Oct. 28 • More information coming soon!
#spiritDay
november 250th anniversary Weds., Nov. 1 • More information coming soon!
calendar?
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!
CLICK HERE to purchase tickets!
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.