What equipment would you need if your job for the day included working on top of one of the Lab’s buildings? What would you need if you were working with hydrofluoric acid? Berkeley Lab requires that appropriate equipment be used to protect employees from hazards in the workplace. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) varies depending on […]
The Way We Work: Pedestrian Safety
Some of the pleasures of working at the Lab are its open spaces and walkability. Now that many more people are returning to Lab sites to work, it’s time to re-familiarize ourselves with pedestrian safety. We posed some questions to Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Subject Matter Expert Jonathan Cabrera who shared ways to stay safe […]
Deadline Today to Upload Proof of COVID Booster
If you’ve already entered your booster information at clinic.lbl, you do not need to read any further. For everyone else, today is the deadline to upload your COVID booster card if you are medically eligible for a booster. If you are not currently medically eligible, you must receive a COVID booster within 30 days of […]
COVID Booster Info Upload Due Feb. 28
All medically eligible employees, whether working on site or not, and affiliates who come to a Lab site must have a COVID booster shot by Feb. 28 per the UC COVID policy. Employees and affiliates should upload proof to the Lab’s occupational health record at clinic.lbl.gov. Those who are currently medically eligible to receive a […]
New On-site Requirement for Face Covers
Effective immediately, anyone coming on a Lab site must wear one of four options when coming to a Lab site: N95 respirator KN95 or KF94 mask Surgical mask alone or under a cloth face mask Filtered cloth covering Unfiltered cloth face covers alone will no longer be allowed, however, you can wear a cloth face […]
Slow the Spread of Omicron
With the spread of Omicron, COVID cases in the community are rising. Because Omicron is so highly transmissible, it is more important than ever to be sure that we follow the Lab’s COVID-19 safety protocols, including our continuing commitment to the Health Pledge. We have the tools to slow the spread of Omicron and other […]
Acknowledge Vaccinated Against Flu If Coming to Lab Site
All employees who come to a Lab site need to be vaccinated against influenza. Employees working on site can confirm they are vaccinated in the Lab’s Occupational Health Record system (OHR). Employees who have badged into a Lab site in the last 30 days were sent an instructional email from the Occupational Health Record […]
Safety Tips for Navigating in Less Daylight
Daylight Savings Time has ended, which means it’s time to fall back again! Although we gained an hour of sleep, it now gets dark earlier and we have to consider nighttime safety, especially when navigating the roads and pathways at the Lab. More of the afternoon commute will be in the dusk or dark. According […]
Flu Vaccine Required for Employees Working at Lab Sites
All employees who come to a Lab site will need to be vaccinated against influenza. This policy does not apply to employees who are working away from a Lab site. This requirement follows a UC policy that requires the flu vaccination for employees working on site. Those who do not work on a Lab site […]
November is Movember!
November is Movember! Click here for more information
Registration Open for Flu Clinics for Onsite Employees
Flu vaccine clinics will be available on select dates at Health Services (B26) or Potter St. (B977). Flu vaccine is limited to only those employees, including any retirees, already working onsite. Registration is required. See the online portal for details, consent forms, and to register. Additional dates in November have been added (November 9, 11, […]
FREE Smoking Cessation Classes! Fall 2021
Are you ready to QUIT smoking? Know someone who is ready to quit? The City of BerkelyPublic Health Can Help! Those who complete the class will get a $25 gift card to either Safeway or Berkeley Bowl. What: A FREE 8-session smoking cessation program ($25 gift card for those who complete the classes) Where: Through […]
New COVID Safety Protocols
New COVID Safety Protocols The new COVID safety protocol protects ALL workers at the Lab and allows those who need to work onsite more access. The Lab does not require you to be vaccinated. Instead, we are asking that you declare your vaccine status so that we may require the proper COVID safety protocol to keep you […]
New Way to View COVID Testing Results
Beginning Wednesday, May 12, your results will now be available in the Lab’s new Occupational Health Record system at clinic.lbl.gov You will continue to schedule your COVID screening through our vendor, BasisDX. Click here for Covid Testing information, including scheduling if this is your first time utilizing BasisDx services. Please use these instructions to view […]
May is Stroke and High Blood Pressure Awareness Month
Know the Signs and Symptoms of a Stroke… Every Second Counts! Signs of Stroke in Men and Women Sudden numbness or weakness in the face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body. Sudden confusion, trouble speaking, or difficulty understanding speech. Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes. Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, […]
COVID Vaccination Policy & Documentation
Update: Vaccination Documentation – If you have been vaccinated at one of the Lab clinics, your vaccination information is stored in the Lab’s occupational health record system, and no further action is needed. If you have been fully vaccinated from any other source, such as your health care provider or in a community clinic (one […]
New Portal for Health Services
Health Services is introducing a new tool that will make it easier for employees and affiliates to communicate securely with the medical professionals at the Lab. It replaces a mostly paper-based system of occupational health information. An electronic Occupational Health Record system at clinic.lbl.gov is available to all employees and affiliates. The portal provides communications […]
April is Stress Awareness and Alcohol Awareness Month
April is Stress Awareness and Alcohol Awareness Month. Stress can be defined as any type of change that causes physical, emotional, or psychological strain. Stress is your body’s response to anything that requires attention or action. According to the National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), excessive drinking on a single occasion (known as […]
Upload Your COVID Vaccination Card
You can now upload your COVID vaccination card to the Lab’s new occupational health records system. Even if you don’t yet have your vaccine, you can go to clinic.lbl.gov and experience the new system as all employees have access. Other occupational health information will be added over time. Instructions On Uploading
Health Services Is Not Accepting Walk In Appointments March 1st or 4th
Health Services will be closed for walk-in appointments on: Monday, March 1 Thursday, March 4 Please call extension: 6466 to schedule an appointment.
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