The next flu vaccination clinic at the Lab will be Wednesday, Dec. 8 from 1 to 2 p.m. Schedule your appointment at clinic.lbl.gov. http://clinic.lbl.gov/
On-Site Flu Clinic Wednesday
Stop Smoking Survey
The Lab’s Health Services team would like to know if you are interested in quitting smoking. A brief survey will help Health Services design smoking cessation offerings, and based on your interest, they will contact you when a new program is available. Take the survey now and stop smoking in 2022. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScttYPmLwb-qvd3QsMGaGmiN-Kl7vPajhb3BKt3J3_cutc9oA/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0
Tips On How to Gather Safely During the Holidays
Celebrations are plentiful this time of year and so is traveling to gather together with friends and family. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention list some of the best ways to minimize COVID-19 risk and celebrate the holidays safely. Click to learn more. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/holidays/celebrations.html
No COVID Test Kit Pickups Nov. 25-26
The Lab’s COVID testing company, BasisDx, is pausing testing over Thanksgiving. There will be no test kit pickups on Thursday, Nov. 25, or Friday, Nov. 26. All test kits dropped off BEFORE 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 24, will have results by the end of day on Wednesday. https://covid.lbl.gov/home/testing-at-the-lab
Vehicle Safety Reminders
Safety is everyone’s primary responsibility when using government vehicles. Be aware that electric vehicles in our fleet may operate differently from the vehicle(s) you are used to driving. Familiarize yourself with any vehicle prior to operating it. https://facilities.lbl.gov/2021/11/16/vehicle-safety-at-the-lab/
Acknowledge Vaccinated Against Flu If Coming to Lab Site
Employees who work at a Lab site can now go to the Lab’s Occupational Health Record system to record they have received a mandated flu vaccine. If you were vaccinated at the Lab you can ignore an email generated by the system to report your status. Your record will be automatically updated. https://ehs.lbl.gov/2021/11/19/acknowledge-flu-vaccine-received-if-coming-to-lab-site/
PSA’s Safety Week Ends With Awards
The Physical Sciences Area holds an annual Safety Week, promoting cleanliness, organization, and up-to-date training across the area’s labs, shops, and offices. This week, both individual and team honors were awarded for exceptional dedication and the quality of their contributions. https://atap.lbl.gov/2021-safety-week-awards/
Take Time to Recharge Yourself
No time for a break? How about taking time to recharge yourself instead. A recharge can be an opportunity to clear your mind and enhance your concentration and focus. Click here to learn more about how recharging can help prevent burnout, fatigue, and keep you performing at your peak. https://ergo.lbl.gov/home/recharge
Smoking Cessation Programs Part of Lab Health Benefits
The Lab’s health care plans provide smoking cessation programs. Check to see which programs your health plan offers during Open Enrollment. https://sites.google.com/lbl.gov/smoking-cessation/home
See a Fire at the Lab? Call 911, Then Pull the Fire Alarm Box
If you need to report a fire at the Lab, there are several vital steps to take. First, alert those nearby and exit the building. Once outside, call 911. You can also pull one of the fire alarm boxes located outside that or a nearby building and the Lab’s on-site fire brigade will be dispatched. https://site-security.lbl.gov/