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S121ci1ig !)p tile fl,der;;il Workplace A Week@ t./Je NRC Bt1wms1 NMS5 fro.l]1 Office Welcomes Its Svm_mer l1](ems Lt'sIYrleJQ Sru, G_QQ.{/_fu,e to
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!Graduate:, from Overbrook R,kt, School Tile Vote /s In-Favorite Cell Phone Portable Generato, Fire Safety NRC REPORTER SUBMISSION INFORMATION FROM THE EDITOR The NRC Reporter is published on the first Wednesday of each month. The next issue will be published on September 7, 2022. The deadline for submissions is Monday, August 29, 2022.
In order to continue having an informative employee newsletter, you are encouraged to submit articles, photos, and ideas for features to the NRC Reporter at NRCReoorter,Resource@nrc.gov.
Thank you for your support!
Federal employees continue to marshal on during a long, hot summer. Aside from the excessive heat seen so far in 2022. it is a long period between official days off for official Federal holidays. In 2022, there are nine weeks between Independence Day to Labor Day (second only to the 14 weeks between President's Day and Memorial Day).
To this end, the Office of Personnel management (OPM) recently announced that it is looking for ways - and soliciting suggestions -
for making the summer more bearable. One of the first suggestions received - involving government-wide surveys - has been accepted and implemented.
"The hope is that these surveys - which are not aimed at work-related topics - will help boost morale and foster camaraderie within the Federal workforce,* said an OPM spokesman. speaking on condition of anonymity. "We believe that the Federal government really is the best place to work. We believe we have the best employees. This is a way to let them take a break and give them a respite from working through the dog days of summer.
- we hope this first initiative will go over well. And, of course, we're hoping to continue to receive additional suggestions which can be both easily implemented and well-received.
- The first topic? Your favorite spice.
- we*re starting out gingerly with these surveys... said OP M's survey coordinator. speaking on condition of anonymity. We want to stress that employees shouldn't feel peppered to answer the survey. Also, they've got plenty of thyme to answer. And they should not think that participating in the survey will curry favor with management. If we do this right, and make it a success, people will be cumin back for more! "
What's your favorite spice? Take our survey!
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Page 2 A Week @ the NRC Returns!
JOANNE SAVOY (OIP), LUIS BETANCOURT (RES), AND MINH-THUY NGUYEN (RES)
The week of June 27-July 1,. 2022, was not just any old week at the NRC. It was the fourth annual A Week@ the NRC
- the first after a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19! This grassroots program offers a small group of qualified area high school students the opportunity to spend a week at NRC headquarters to learn about who we are and what we do.
Students qualified for this year's program by meeting one or more of the following criteria: placing first, second, or third at the Montgomery County (Maryland) Science Fair; winning a first-come, first-served lottery; or through a recommendation by an NRC staff member.
This year, the A Week Planning Committee selected 25 bright students from several Montgomery County high schools and at-home schools to engage with our staff while learning about our work. In addition, some of our agency subject matter experts graciously volunteered to present on topics such as nuclear materials, emergency planning, plant equipment. inspection, and human factors.
The students also did a deep-dive project on risk communication to put into practice what they learned. The students were divided up into six groups, each with a different scenario to review from the standpoint of the regulator. Their assignment was to identify as may risks that they would have to address. which involved parties they would need to engage with, and how would they communicate out the findings of their review. These scenarios were based on actual events and reports that the NRC has received and handled over the last few years. ranging from medical events to reactors to lost sources. Finally, on Thursday morning the students presented their final projects to each other and decided on which presentation best communicated the risks involved with the safe use and regulation of nuclear material. The selected group confidently presented their scenario to the commissioners, the EDO, and upper management at the closing ceremony later that day.
The program ended with a Friday visit to the University of Maryland to see their research reactor. The students appreciated the staff taking time out of their week to share their knowledge and experience. The A Week Team is wrapping up the program for this year. If you are interested In helping to coordinate the A Week@ the NRC program in the summer of 2023, or have any other questions, please contact
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Lastly, a special thanks to all the volunteers and subject matter experts that dedicated their time to making this a successful A Week @ the NRC event. And thank you to the Commission, EDO, and NRC management for their continued support.
l_,l("r A Week @ tt,e NRG Class of 2022 Pictured from left to rigtit:
Brian Harris (NRR/, Joanne S8voy (OIP/. Minfi-TIH1y Nguyen /RES), and Luis Betancourt (RES/
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Navajo Nation Tours the TTC HENRY LYNN (TTC) AND SANDRA TALLEY (NMSS)
On June 6, 2022, OCHCO staff at the NRC's Technical Training Center (TTC) in Chattanooga, Tennessee, hosted a meeting with three professors from Navajo Technical University (NTU). The representatives of the Navajo Nation from Crownpoint. New Mexico, were guided on a comprehensive tour of the health physics laboratories at the TTC. Health physics instructors provided extensive details regarding the instrumentation and laboratory activities used at the TTC to train NRC and Agreement State students.
The NRC Is one of six Federal agencies Implementing objectives In the ten-year plan Federal Actions to Address Impacts of Uranium Contamination on the Navajo Nation. including the commitment to share knowledge and engage Navajo Nation communities and institutions.
such as NTU, in efforts to achieve the actions spelled out in this plan.
NTU identified a need to develop a radiation safety degree to build workforce capacity with this specialty. Since 2018. staff from NRC's Tribal Liaison Team, SBCR, and the TTC have supported NTU in identifying Federal and other resources to create this new degree program. TTC staff have played a key role in providing NTU staff with materials from multiple NRC training courses that can easily be adapted to fit the needs of NTU-s degree program. NMSS staff coordinated meetings with the National Science Foundation (NSF), Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU), and faculty-from Chattanooga State Community College that resulted in NTU faculty successfully competing tor a planning grant from NSF in FY 2020. While the COVID-19 pandemic delayed work under this grant, NTU faculty rekindled their efforts with this visit to the TTC and a visit with ORAU staff on June 7. 2022.
In the future, NRC staff will continue to work with NTU faculty in realizing their goal. The agency will share additional on line TTC courses, contribute other curriculum materials, and share technical knowledge. We will also continue our regular resource meetings with NTU to help them identify and access other Federal resources that may contribute to the establishment of this much needed curriculum enhancement.
Pictvred from le~ to right:
Professor Steven Clllschilly (NTU), Dr. Abraham Meles (NTUJ. and Dr Abhishek RoyChowdhury (NTU)
Pictured from left to nglit:
Dr. Abhishek RoyChowdhury (NTU). Or. Abraham Me/es (NTU), Carmen Dykes (TTC), Professor Steven Chischilly (NTUJ, Henry Lynn (TTCJ, and Jeff Griffis (TTCJ NMSS Front Office Welcomes Its Summer Interns LAURffiE MODRIN, NMSS On July 20, 2022, NMSS summer interns met with Director John Lubinski and Deputy Director Rob Lewis. We are thankful to have these talented students with us for the summer!
Pictured from left to rlgt11:
Director John Lubinski. Chartes Stanko. Lauren Beckman. Klran Kling, Madelyn Nagel, Nathan Fuguet, Jack Cowan, Patrick James, and Depvty Director Rob Lewis
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Page 4 It's Time to Say Good-Bye to... Gail F. Pettigrew Butler It's time to say good-bye to (retiree's name):
Gail F. Pettigrew Butler Your last day at the NRC:
July 28, 2022 Number of years of Federal service:
12 years 10 months Office:
Job title:
Special Assistant to the Assistant Inspector General for Audits (AIGA)
Office in which you started your NRC career:
OIG Other Federal agencies for which you have U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) & Smithsonian Institution (both as interns in college) worked:
What has inspired you to want to make a difference/affect change at the NRC?
What do you consider to be the biggest change during your time at the NRC?
What do you see as the biggest challenge facing the agency today?
Do you have any suggestions for making the NRCbetter?
Do you have a favorite memory you would like to sh.are during your time at the NRC?
Do you have any advice for someone start-Ing work at the NRC today?
Once retired, I plan to:
Any other items you would like to Include:
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There's a new source for advice at the NRC!
Or. Sam Art Alec isn't a career counselor or social worker, but he's available to give his opinion on non-wort-related issues far and wide.
If your answered question is published in a future NRC Reporter, your identity will remain 100% anonymous. So ask Dr. Alec and receive a response filled with sage advice.
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Page 6 NRC Ambassador Program TRISH GALLALEE, OCHCO OCHCO launched an update to the existing NRC Ambassador Program in May 2022. making it easier for hiring managers to find help with ont>oarding new employees.
Joining a new agency or office is a notable change for any individual. In this hybrid work environment. new employees wonder how they will be able to adapt to their new job while having limited opportunities to connect with colleagues in-person, They need to develop a strong support network among their colleagues.
and that is why the NRC Ambassador Program is so important.
The NRC Ambassador's role is to develop a relationship with a new employee to help them to become self-sufficient. be open to listening to their challenges, assist with finding solutions. and provide key introductions. Hiring managers also play a key role by Investing time to personalize the orientation experience; the Hiring Manager's Job Aid further explains their role. NRC Ambassadors will assist the hiring manager by being a resource for the new employee to ask questions, show them around, and provide information. NRC Ambassadors provide answers to ail employee questions (such as "Where can I get a good burger?* and "How do I sign up for the gym?"). shifting questions off the hiring manager's plate.
Be an NRC Ambassactor!
Being an NRC Ambassador provides a unique mentoring and networking opportunity. The NRC Ambassador Program is currently recruiting employees at all levels to volunteer to mentor and support these new employees. All offices and regions are encouraged to recruit employees who possess the NRC Ambassador charactenst1cs. Any employee at any grade level may volunteer to be an ambassador if they are able to manage the time commitment and their supervisor agrees. The estimated level of effort is 10-12 hours per month. Exact workload may vary week-to-week depending on the specific activities or needs of the new employee.
NRC Ambassadors may team up with fellow ambassadors in their office or region to share the responsibilities of supporting the new employees. An NRC Ambassador will typically mentor one employee for their first 60 days, but they can mentor more than one employee at the same time or in succession.
If you are interested in becoming an NRC Ambassador, check out the N.RC_Amb51ssa2orJ:[Qgffiln SharePoint site. The Ambassador Toolkit provides guidance on how to accomplish the program activities. Sign up by creating a profile using the Arnbassador Profile app. Hiring managers will select NRC ambassadors from the list and will contact potential ambassadors directly to see if they are available.
Hiring Managers The Ambassador Profile app makes lt simple to search the 11st of NRC Ambassadors and Identify one in your office or region. Each NRC Ambassador has biographical information available with one click to their Nuclepe21a oerson page to assist you in making a good match with your new employee. If the employee will be working with another office or region. you can select an additional NRC ambassador(s) from that office or region.
For additional information about the program, please contact Trish Galla lee in OCHCO.
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A Summer of Animal Love by VERG and the NRC GAIL CHRISTOFFER BARUCH (RIii) AND MANNY SAYOC (NRR)
NRC s Veterans Employee Resource Group (VERGJ serves and supports agency veterans and their families. This year, VERG members commemorated the agency's first-ever K9 Veterans Day.
Occurring every March 13, the special day recognizes the many dogs who serve and support both our active duty and veteran service members.
Wherever we go. so go our beloved canine companions. In war zones, highly trained and specialized military war dogs protect us from harm. And later, when we return home, a wide variety of specially trained service dogs help us on our journey of healing, recovery, and adjustment, becoming trusted family members. In many cases. dogs provide much needed support for combat veterans with medical issues such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injuries.
As a way to draw attention to and honor our canine service members, VERG members reached out to all staff in summer 2022 with NRC's first-ever K9 Veterans Day Donation Drive in partnership with the Montgomery County (Maryland) Humane Society (MCHS) and Paws Assisting Wounded WarriorS (PAWWS) to support the MCHS. The drive was so successful that the deadline for donations was extended three times to accommodate the overwhelming number of staff asking for more time to bring In donations.
The mission of PAWWS is to enhance the independence and quality of life for combat veterans with disabilities by:
Providing service or comfort animals, animal supplies, veterinary services, and custom training Increasing awareness ot the rights and roles of assistance dog teams through education and advocacy Al NRC headquarters, VERG filled four large, full boxes filled with $1,200 worth of animal treats, toys, and goodies, and dropped them off at MCHS. In addition, in May 2022 VERG members in Region Ill partnered with PAWWS in supporting K-9 veterans by generously donating items such as training treats, puppy pads, blankets, and cleaning products.
Gail Christoffer Baruch (RIii/ with Graham, a PAWWS comfort dog An MCHS director Indicated the society was very grateful and that it was puppy season and the timing for this donation could not have been better. Directors from MCHS and PA'WWS were absolutely floored by VERG's outreach efforts and look forward to continuing their partnerships next year, VERG will continue education and outreach activities and may have special heroes highlighted at the November Veterans Day Ceremony.
VERG members are grateful to ALL at the NRC and appreciate all the volunteers and hard work that went into the success of these animal donation drives. This was a win-win situation all around.
Stay tuned for future VERG outreach and service projects for our veterans, their families, and their communities.
Headquarters staff pictured from left to right:
Larry Jones (ADM), Trish Walker Webb, VERG Chair (NSIR),
Woody Machalek (ADM). Doug McCray (ADM). Tammie Rivera
/NSIR), Charles l<ret1zberger (OGCJ. and Manny Sayoc, VERG Vice Chair (NRR)
Region Ill staff pictured from left to nght:
Mohammed Shuaibi, Geoff Warren, Tykesha Byndum, Dana Cheshareck, Daneira Melendez Colon, Jared Heck, Region Ill Regional Administrator Jack Giessner. arid Arsalan Muneeruddin
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Page 8 Graduates from the Thunderbird School of Global Management r A Graduates from Overbrook High School The Vote Is In: Favorite Cell Phone In the July 2022 issue of the NRC Reporter, staff were asked to name their favorite cell phone in the article "Making the Right Call." We received 57 votes! It may come as no surprise that the iPhone and Samsung Galaxy are the most popular cell phones. Thanks again for participating in our survey, and don't forget to vote in this month's survey: your favorite spice as seen in "Spicing Up tne Federal Workplace."
Cell Phone Votes Cell Phone Votes Cell Phone iPhone 29 Google Pixel 4
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In the event of an extended power outage due to severe weather such as hurricanes or snowstorms, emergency backup generators can supply power to essential appliances and equipment. There are two types of emergency backup generators: home standby and portable.
Home standby generators (also known as whole house generators) remain permanently outside the home and on standby. They run on either liquid propane or natural gas and are capable of generating enough electricity to re-energize a home seconds after a power outage.
When only a few vttal electrical items are needed during a power outage, portable generators are a more reasonable option. These generators, which run on gasoline, are smaller and can be wheeled out of the garage. However, portable generators can produce deadly levels of carbon monoxide (CO), a colorless.
odorless. and tasteless gas. CO can kill in as little as five minutes if levels are high enough.
Because people rarely rely on generators, It is easy to overlook the basic safety measures that should be routine with such equipment.
Generator misuse leads to deaths from CO poisoning, injuries from close calls, and burns. The biggest problem. according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), is CO poisoning. The CPSC reports that 54 death occurred in 2020 as a result of CO poisoning from generators, and additional data shows that from 2005 to 2017 more than 900 people died of CO poisoning.
To reduce the risk of CO poisoning, some new portable generators feature a built-in sensor that triggers an automatic shutoff if CO builds up to dangerous levels in an enclosed space. In addition, some have engines that emit less CO overall. Test data from Consumer Reports shows that these safety features are likely to save lives.
Whether you buy a new generator with new safety features or you are running an older model, never run a generator in an enclosed space or indoors. The National Fire Protection Association's standard, NFPA l, "Fire Code.* prescribes the minimum requirements necessary to establish a reasonable level of safety with generator use, as well as property protection from the hazards created by fire, explosion, and dangerous conditions.
The best way to protect yourself and others from the hazards posed by generators is to try to eliminate known hazards so that you can better protect yourself from unknown hazards. This can be accomplished by following some safety tips regarding the use of generators:
If you are purchasing a new portable generator, look for one that includes new safety features (such as one that turns off the generator automatically when CO levels rise to a dangerous level)
Read and follow a generator's instruction manual The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) recommends generators be positioned outdoors and at least 25 feet from doors, windows, and vents to prevent CO from entering the home Use a three-prong grounded extension cord that matches the 20 or 25 feet of distance needed for the portable generator to be operated safely, and plug it directly into the devices you want to power Turn off all equipment powered by the generator before shutting it down Turn off the generator and let it cool down before refueling: never refuel a generator while it is running or still hot Never operate a generator near combustible materials "To cover the portable generator in times of rain or snow, build a waterproof, open, canopy-like structure Make sure to install CO detectors in your home, which are vital to safety and should be tested each year Always have a fully-charged fire extinguisher near the portable generator Never use candles for emergency lighting during severe weather; use flashlights instead, and stocl< up on extra batteries
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Page 10 Portable Generator Fire Safety (continued)
NAEEM IQBAL, NRR Additional lnfonnation Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Electncal Safety Foundatmn International (ESFI) at1ona1 Fire P1otect1on l\\ssociation (NFPA)
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
Occum:i1ion~1 Safecy an Health Admmistration (OSHA) u.s. Consumer Product Safety Comrn1ss1on (CPSC)
Underwriters Laboratories (UL)
Bneflng Package on Assessment of Portable Generator Voluntary Standards' Effectiveness 111 Addressing CO Hazard. and Informal 1011 on Ayailab1hty of Compljant Portable Generators. CPSC.
CPSC Warns Consumers in Path of Storms to Take Precautions When Using Portable Generators. CPSC.
Fatal Incidents Associated with Non-Fire Carbon Monoxide Po1son1ng from Engine-Driven Generators and Other Engine-Driven Tools, 2010-2020. CPSC.
For Safer Emergencies, Give Your Power Generator Some Space. NIST.
{,{!ne@tQl~i@!Y, NFPA.
Generators and Engme Onven Tools. CPSC.
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How Close 1s Joo Close for Portable Generators? NIST.
Keep Safe after Hurricane Irma. CPSC.
NIST to s uqy 1-.!filaI.~ Qf.Portable Gasoline-Powered Generatru. NIST.
P.Qllilble Generator Ha~. CPSC.
e.Mabte Generator Safety - Generate Safety. ESFI.
Pr venting Carbo Mo oxide Poisoning After an Erner~. CDC.
UL Certifies first Low Carbon Monoxide Portable Generator to ANSI/UL 2201. UL Us111g Port I
Safely. OSHA.
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Wf ALL INFLUENCE PEOPLE ANO OUR WORK USE LEADERSHIP BEHAVIORS
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NRO Ad~ISoty 6011t11tlttus, Alll1tlty {i1014ps, alUI 01..0s
- Advisory Committee for African Americans (ACAA)
- Advisory Committee for Employees with Disabilities (ACED)
- Asian Pacific American Advisory Committee (APAAC)
- Blacks in Government (BIG)
- Diversity Advisory Committee on Ageism (DACA)
- Diversity Management Advisory Committee (DMAC)
- Federal Women's Program Advisory Committee (FWPAC)
- Hispanic Employment Program Advisory Committee (HEPAC)
- Native American Advisory Committee (NAAC)
- NRC Pride Alliance Advisory Committee (NPAAC)
- NRC Technical Women's Network (NTWN)
- NRC Toastmasters Club
- Veterans Employee Resource Group (VERG)
JS YOUR COMMITTEE, GROUP, OR CLUB MISSING?
SEND AN EMAIL TO NRCReporter.Resource@nrc.gov.
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Page 12 NRO Ollle* N11Wsltdt11s
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- Innovate News (RES)
- Congressional News You Can Use (OCA)
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- HEPAC Newsletter (SBCR)
- The Researcher (RES)
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COMPLETE LIST OF CURRENT IS YOUR OFFICE'S NEWSLETTER AND DISCONTINUED OFEICE MISSING? SEND AN EMAIL TO NEWSLETTERS N RCReQ.orter. Resource@nrc.gov.
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COVIV-1 Cl t1V1d 1<.e-eV1try I V)f or\\!Y\\vttioV)
- Visit NRC's COVID-19 and Re-entry SharePointsite at
- Questions related to NRC's re-entry plans? Send an e-mail to Reentry.Resource@nrc.gov
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National Cybersecurity Awareness Month Cybersecurtty Training and Awareness SharePoint Site Cybersecurity and Privacy Training and Awareness Teams Channel OCIO Phishing wHole Teams Channel
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Page 16 Insider Threat Tips Be on the lookout if a colleague is acting suspiciously, exhibiting behaviors such as:
Attempting to expand access Changes in financial circumstances Attempting to compromise people Questionable national loyalty Exhibiting disgruntled actions or behaviors "If You See Something, Say Something" "
lnsiderThreatProgram.Resource@nrc.gov Anonymity can be requested
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Page 18 1550 Forum Virtual Seminar: Freedom of Information Act Tuesday, August 23, 2022 10:00am - 12:00pm ET READ THE ANNOUNCEMENT Point of
Contact:
OCIO FOIA Team. FOIA.Resource@nrc.gov
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Molten Salt Fueled Reactor Sodium Cooled Fast Reactor CUI Due September 21, 2022 Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Training in TMS Mandatory for All NRC Employees and Contractors READ THE ANNOUNCEMENT
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Page 20 Federated Sharing __.* ---
Currently allows NRC staff toi.Jse Microsoft Teams to find, caJl;~nd chat with staff at 12 Federal agencies READ THE ANNOUNCEMENT
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... OFFICE OF THE CHIEF TECH TIP tuesday
... INF O RMATION OFFICER Keep up-to-date on all Tech Tips through OCIO's Announcements Teams channel
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Visit the NRC Ambassador Program O SharePoint Site
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Page 22 Stay Active, Positive, Agile & Strong HQ Fitness Center TWFN Lobby Level Cardio, Strength & Yoga Equipment Fitness Specialists Group Exercises Fitness Assessment Mon-Fri 5:45 a.m.
8:00 p.m.
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Are you retiring from the NRC? Would you like to share your thoughts on your time at the agency? Or share with your colleagues what you'll l,e doing in your retirement? Then consider contributing to the NRC Reporter'5 "It's Time to Say Good-Bye... "
feature. Simply send an e-mail to NRCReporter.Resource@)nrc.gov for a link to the brief q,uestionnaire.
Goodbye r And don't forget to include a photol
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Page 24 The a~ency has re-entered its facilities, ~utmost staff continue to spend a significant portion of their time working remotely. As remote work continues, many of us are not alone. It's never too late to introduce your furry co-workers
~o your colleagues! Feature :hem in a future ~
~ 1 issue of the NRC Reporter man
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'Y "It's Time to Meet My Go-Worker... "article.
1/2 Send an e-mail to NRCReporter.Resource@nrc,gov for a link to the ~r-ief q,uestionnaire. Su~mitting a photo will complete the picture!
Would you like to be the subject of the NRC Reporter's "It's Time to Meet... "feature?
Or would you prefer to nominate a colleague?
Simply send an e-mail to NRCReporter.Resource@)nrc.gov for a link to the brief q,uestionnaire.
And ~on't forget to include a photol
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Mindfulness Sessions Every Wednesday NRC Mindfulness Group 12:15pm ET, 15-30 Minute Sessions, Virtual (Microsoft Teams) and Hybrid For meeting link and location, please contact one of the members below Develop Focus. Calm. and Resilience!
NRC staff meet weekly to explore mindfulness practices -
receiving the gift of calming, energizing, and nourishing focus times.
Led by volunteers with a variety of meditations!
No need to prepare, plan, or bring anything. Just show up and...
Be Calm and Focused to Stay Healthy and Productive!
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NRC's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a free and confidential counseling and referral program available to all NRC employees and their dependent family members.
Behavior Health Services (BHS) is the contractor providing EAP services to the N RC.
To connect with the EAP, please call BHS at 800-327-2251 (answered 24/7).
The EAP is now available for in-person visits at NRC headquarters in TWFN-3 A50.
The NRC EAP counselor's office hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm ET.
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STRESS MANAGEMENT SUPPORT GROUP This group offers a safe place to expand your network of support and discuss techniques to reduce stress and feelings of isolation.
Meets every other Tuesday beginning January 11, 2022 12 :00pm - 1 :00pm ET location: Virtual Platform Open to all NRC employees Interested in participating or want more information?
Contdct Marsha Stein, LCSW*C, Dedicated NRC Counselo, MMsha Ste,n@nocgov for rlitotrdby NRri<onfNtCI [Ailltrdot. 8HS
~: bhs RETIREMENT READINESS SUPPORT GROUP Don't be blindsided. Plan for the emotional aspects of this next phase of life by participating in the Retirement Readiness Support Group facilitated by NRC's On-Site EAP Consultant.
Meets every other Wednesday beginning January 5, 2022 12:00pm - 1:00pm ET Location: Virtual Platform Open to all NRC employees Interested in participating or want more information?
Contact Marsha Stein, LCSW*C, Dedicated NRC Counselor Marsha.Stein@nrc.gov focilirated by NnC', contract EAP v~ndo,r, BHS
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GRIEF AND LOSS SUPPORT GROUP No one should face the grieving process alone. This group offers a safe place to share your experience and memories with others.
Meets the pt and 3rd Thursday of the month beginning January 6, 2022 12:00pm - 1:00pm ET location: Virtual Platform Open to all NRC employees Interested in participating or want more information?
Contact Marsha St~ln, LCSW*C, Ded,rated NRC Counselor Marsha Stem@mc gov Toc,r,ro1~d by N.rlC't c01T11oe1 £Al' ~ndot, BHS RELOCATION SUPPORT GROUP Relocating, whether career-driven or personal, can be an exciting and stressful experience. There are new opportunities to look forward to and pitfalls to avoid. This support group offers practical advice, coping strategies and a time for sharing concerns and resources to those who have or plan to relocate.
Meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month 1:00pm - 2:00pm ET Location: Virtual Platform Open to all NRC employees Interested in participating or want more information?
Contact Marsha Stein, LCSW-C, D~dicated NRC Counselor Marsha.Stein@nrr gov r ac,litotcd by NIK's contract EAP vendor, 8H5
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Page 30 Agency Offices, Committees, and Boards BYNAME BY ACRONYM THE COMMISSION THE COMMISSION The Commission (COMM)
COMM The Commission COMMITTEES AND BOARDS COMMITTEES AND BOARDS Advisory Committee on Reactor Safeguards (ACRS)
ACMUI Advisory Committee on the Medical Uses of Isotopes Advisory Committee on the Medical Uses of Isotopes (ACMUI)
ACRS Advisory Committee on Reactor Safeguards Atomic Safety and Licensing Board Panel (ASLBP)
ASLBP Atomic Safety and Licensing Board Panel OFFICES OFFICES Office of Administration (ADM)
ADM Office of Administration Office of Commission Appellate Adjudication (OCAA)
NMSS Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards Office of Congressional Affairs (OCA)
- Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation Office of Enforcement (OE)
NSIR Office of Nuclear Security and Incident Response Office of International Programs (OIP)
OCA Office of Congressional Affairs Office of Investigations (01)
OCAA
- Office of Commission Appellate Adjudication Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards (NMSS)
OCFO
- Office of the Chief Financial Officer Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation (NRR)
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Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer Office of Nuclear Regulatory Research (RES)
OCIO Office of the Chief Information Officer Office of Nuclear Security and Incident Response (NSIR)
- Office of Enforcement Office of Public Affairs (OPA)
OEDO Office of the Executive Director for Operations Office of Small Business and Civil Rights (SBCR)
OGC Office of the General Counsel Office of the Cl1ief Financial Officer (OCFO) 01 Office of Investigations Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer (OCHCO)
OIG Office of the Inspector General Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO)
- Office of International Programs Office of the Executive Director for Operations (OEDO)
OPA Office of Public Affairs Office of the General Counsel (OGC)
RES Office of Nuclear Regulatory Research Office of the Inspector General (OIG)
RI Region I Office of the Secretary (SECY)
RII Region II Region I (RI)
RIii Region Ill Region II (RII)
RIV Region IV Region Ill (RIii)
SBCR Office of Small Business and Civil Rights Region IV (RIV)
SECY
- Office of the Secretary Technical Training Center (TTC)
TIC Technical Training Center For additional acronyms used by the NRC, please see the "Collection of Abbreviations" (NJ.LREG-544).
To see tl1e agency's hierarchical organization, please see the NRC Organiz<ilion Ch rt.
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