Are you interested in helping improve safety in an informal and collaborative way? Learning Teams may be just for you. Led by James Newman, the Lab’s Human and Organizational Performance Manager, Learning Teams focus on specific safety topics and actively involve small, cross-functional groups in identifying safety improvements. Participation on a Learning Team is entirely […]
March is National Nutrition Month
In honor of National Nutrition Month, Explore the Connection Between Food and Culture: Tune in to a Spring Vegetables hybrid cooking class by Cook Well Berkeley on Tuesday, March 18th at noon! Another way to connect with food includes learning about the traditions or history behind what you’re eating. Whether a food is traditional or […]
EHS to Host Lab/Office Ergonomics Lunch & Learn on 2/13
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Wear Red on February 7th to Call Attention to Heart Health
Wear red to celebrate Heart Health Month with the Health Services team on Friday, February 7th, at the Building 91 parking lot (near the food trucks) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Chat with our nurse practitioners, have your blood pressure taken, and grab healthy snacks and giveaways. COVID and flu vaccines will also be […]
EmeryStation East to Pilot New Waste Requisition System; Site-Wide Rollout to Follow Later in 2025
LBNL’s Waste Management Group (WMG) has worked with software vendors to develop a new web-based waste tracking system, the Waste Management System (WMS), to replace the current one. The new software features improved data entry, a new waste tracking feature, and printable waste requisition labels. EmeryStation East, including JBEI and ABPDU, will pilot the new […]
Coming Soon to Labs and Technical Areas, Including Machine Shops – EHS Safety Surveys
Click on the icon above to go to the LATSS survey main page. After a hiatus during the pandemic, EHS will resume conducting safety surveys of laboratories and other technical areas. These surveys – referred to as Laboratory and Technical Area Safety Surveys, or LATSS – focus on various aspects of safety including chemical storage, […]
EHS to Host Hybrid Lunch & Learn on 11/7 – Learn About Waste Management at LBL
The Berkeley Lab community is invited to a presentation on waste management at the Lab on Nov. 7 at 12:30 p.m. This hybrid Lunch & Learn event will be held at Building 91, Room 310, and is hosted by the Lab’s EHS Lab and Chem Safety Team. This is an opportunity to ask questions, voice concerns, […]
Halloween Safety Tips
While Halloween means peak fun for kids, trick-or-treating also comes with potential for harm or injury. Before your kids take to the streets in search of treats, follow these simple safety guidelines to keep them safe during this most spooky of holidays. Costumes What costumes kids wear on Halloween can have safety consequences. Make sure […]
Physical Parking Permits are Going Away November 1st – Take Action Now
Physical parking permits at LBNL are going away. Use these instructions to register your car(s) to your employee profile. This is required to park on site and needs to be completed by Friday, November 1st. For more information and FAQs on the transition, click here.
October is National Ergonomics Month – Join the LBNL Ergo Team for a Zoom Lunch & Learn on October 25th
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Share Your Expertise – Join the Scientific Safety and Collaboration Alliance (SSCA)
Are you passionate about sharing knowledge, supporting safety, and collaborating with others in your field? We’re excited to reintroduce the Scientific Safety and Collaboration Alliance (SSCA), a dynamic resource for scientists to share their expertise and connect with others to grow their network. Have expertise to share? Sign up as a Volunteer Collaborator by filling […]
October Wellness – Flu Shot
Where can I get a flu shot? Health Services is offering flu vaccine clinics during the months of October and November on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. After November, flu shots will be available at Health Services by appointment. Schedule your appt at clinic.lbl.gov “my appointments” and “schedule flu vaccine appointment” This year’s flu vaccine offered by […]
Be Alert to Shock Hazards When Unplugging Power Cords
An electrical shock can occur when unplugging cords from electrical outlets. This happens when the plug’s “hot prong” is partially exposed while still in the outlet and a finger comes into contact. This is the most common way people at the Lab experience an electrical shock. Use the following guidance to reduce your risk of […]
Lab’s Environmental Management System Audit is Underway and You Can Help
Starting tomorrow, auditors from Fermilab and DOE will be onsite at Berkeley Lab conducting the first in-person audit of the Lab’s Environmental Management System, or EMS, since before the start of the pandemic. The EMS is a framework of environmental goals based on international standards and mandated by the DOE for every national research laboratory. […]
Wildfires – Be Smoke Ready
As seen on local news channels, there are currently several active wildfires and resulting smoke plumes occurring throughout California. While none of these fires are currently impacting Berkeley Lab or the surrounding area, we can expect wildfire smoke to impact us at some point this wildfire season. Visit the Lab’s Wildfire Smoke website for more […]
Building a Healthy Telework Culture: A Guide for Supervisors and Employees
LBNL’s Ergonomics Program is committed to fostering a safe and comfortable workspace for everyone – whether that workspace is at the Lab or at home. While Berkeley Lab has embraced telework as an effective work mode over the past few years, the Lab has seen a recent increase in ergonomic injuries among teleworkers. In the […]
It’s National Safety Month – Recognize Colleagues With a Bucketlist Safety Culture Badge
Every June, the National Safety Council sponsors National Safety Month, an annual observance “to keep each other safe – from the workplace to anyplace.” EHS Division encourages the Lab community to observe National Safety Month by acknowledging outstanding safety practices by fellow employees. In the past, we’ve done this with HERO Cards – handing out […]
Free Skin Cancer Screenings at Health Services – June 12th, 13th, and 17th
Keep your skin safe this summer and everyday! Schedule an appointment at Health Services for a complimentary skin cancer screening by a board certified Dermatologist. Spread the word – download our flyer here. Offered June 12, 13th, and 17th only Wed 6/12/2024 – 9:00am – 3:30pmThurs 6/132024 – 9:00am – 1:00pmMonday 6/17/2024 – 9:30am – […]
May is Mental Health Awareness Month 2024
Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Many factors contribute to mental health conditions, including: Early Warning Signs & Symptoms Not sure if you or someone you know is living with […]
April is National Minority Health Month!
In the United States, many racial and ethnic minority populations are underserved in health care, experience poorer health and greater disparities in health outcomes, and are socially disadvantaged due in part to being subject to racist or discriminatory acts. (NIMHD) This month’s focus raises awareness on improving the health disparities in racial and ethnic minority […]
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