On Friday, July 9, Lab Director Mike Witherell announced new COVID-19 protocols, which will take effect today, July 12. In this video, the director shares his thoughts on how the Lab community will navigate this new step and move forward. https://youtu.be/iSaSV8YH3n4
COVID Self-Test Kits Available
COVID testing at the Lab is self-service. The testing kits are located in the Building 50 auditorium and Potter Street lobbies. An appointment to drop off a kit is suggested, and the kits will be picked up Monday through Thursday at 9 a.m. for testing by the vendor. https://sites.google.com/lbl.gov/covid-portal/covid-testing
Declaring Vaccination Status
The Lab requires all employees and affiliates working onsite to complete the COVID-19 Vaccine Declaration Questionnaire through the Medical Health Portal. If you were vaccinated at the Lab or already uploaded your COVID vaccination card, you do not need to complete the questionnaire. http://clinic.lbl.gov/
Reminder: Lab COVID Requirements Unchanged for Now
Although the California Department of Public Health has reduced its COVID safety requirements for most public settings, the Lab’s COVID requirements will not change for the time being. Look for an update on the Lab’s plan next week. More. https://covid.lbl.gov/home/lab-covid-restrictions-unchanged
Vaccine Education Resources Available
The Department of Health and Human Services has launched a new website, “We Can Do This,” to help educate the public about COVID-19 vaccines and reduce vaccine hesitancy. The site contains resources to help answer questions from family and friends. https://wecandothis.hhs.gov/
Supervisor Spotlight: Diane Pierotti
Supervisor Spotlight showcases managers who demonstrate best practices in taking care of their people while balancing productive work strategies and practices. Meet Diane Pierotti, who shares how she addressed the challenges of keeping her staff productive while reducing stress for the past year. https://sites.google.com/lbl.gov/covid-portal/supervisor-spotlight/diane-pierotti
Supervisor Spotlight: Todd Pray
Supervisor Spotlight showcases managers who demonstrate best practices in taking care of their people while balancing productive work strategies and practices. Todd Pray shares his perspective and key learnings leading the strategic partnerships office over an even busier year. https://sites.google.com/lbl.gov/covid-portal/supervisor-spotlight/todd-pray
Supervisor Spotlight: Heidi Clark
Supervisor Spotlight showcases managers who demonstrate best practices in taking care of their people while balancing productive work strategies and practices. Read about how Heidi Clark managed her teams at the ALS and ALS-U through a year of major changes. https://sites.google.com/lbl.gov/covid-portal/supervisor-spotlight/heidi-clark
Supervisor Spotlight: Kei Nakamura
Supervisor Spotlight showcases managers who demonstrate best practices in caring for their people while balancing productive work strategies and practices. Meet Kei Nakamura and learn how he has coordinated his teams to keep upgrades of the BELLA laser on track. https://sites.google.com/lbl.gov/covid-portal/supervisor-spotlight/kei-nakamura
Supervisor Spotlight: Samuel Phillips
Supervisor Spotlight showcases managers who demonstrate best practices in caring for their people while balancing productive work strategies and practices. Learn how Sam Phillips leads a team of facilities area managers who handle risk management, maintenance, and operations for Lab buildings. https://sites.google.com/lbl.gov/covid-portal/supervisor-spotlight/sam-phillips
