January 2019 – July 2022
Reynaldo Viray is one of the custodians who comes to work at the Lab each day, performing essential functions that keep the Lab safe while in standby mode. He is happy to contribute, but he misses the interaction with scientists and students and hopes to see them before he retires in June. https://stratcomm-elements.lbl.gov/2020/04/28/on-site-superstar-reynaldo-viray/
Due to uncertainty of manufacturing capacity around the COVID-19 pandemic, the deadline to order furniture in time for year-end delivery is Friday, July 3. Contact BBCanio@lbl.gov by June 4 if design assistance is needed.
In April, Berkeley Lab celebrated the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, virtually. Employees shared their stories, ideas, and favorite organizations. Check out the videos, and browse the crowd-sourced list of ways you can celebrate and help the earth, even in your own shelter-in-place or backyard. https://earthday.lbl.gov/
Custodial leads Javier Hernandez (right) and Peter Montoya always take pride in their contributions to the Lab. Now, they are taking care of everyone as part of a specially trained deep cleaning crew. https://stratcomm-elements.lbl.gov/2020/04/20/last-to-leave-facilities-hernandez-and-montoya-deep-clean-so-you-can-shine/
This photo feature provides images and videos capturing what life is like while the Lab has been on standby for the last several weeks. It highlights the empty environs of the hill, our superstar employees working on site, and efforts for the Lab community to stay connected. https://berkeleylab.exposure.co/berkeley-lab-on-standy?source=share-berkeleylab
As part of our series highlighting those working on site during the Lab shutdown, we are featuring electrician Peter Combs, who conducts preventative maintenance to ensure the Lab’s fire sprinkler systems are working correctly. https://stratcomm-elements.lbl.gov/2020/04/09/electrician-peter-combs-keeps-lab-ready-for-fire-emergencies-during-stand-down/
The most recent COVID-19 trending questions concern face coverings, donation of PPE, and letters of transit. Read these and the collection of all the FAQs on the Lab’s new COVID-19 website. https://sites.google.com/lbl.gov/covid-portal/trending-topics?authuser=0
Approximately 150 employees are on-site each day keeping the Lab in a safe and stable operational mode. One of those workers is Lighting Technician Balbino Mercadel. Read how he delights in bringing light to the Lab. https://stratcomm-elements.lbl.gov/2020/04/08/on-site-hero-balbino-mercadel/
Approximately 150 Lab employees are on-site each day working to maintain the Lab in a safe and stable condition. Deputy Lab Director for Operations Michael Brandt thanks these teams that are doing essential work to keep the Lab operational and make it possible for most of us to telework. https://youtu.be/qNWgskGhmrU
Some tables and chairs have been removed from the cafeteria to facilitate social distancing. Disinfecting wipes were placed on tables. The coffee bar will no longer allow personal cups and mugs for beverage orders. The suggestions came from participants in the virtual town hall on Thursday.