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In October 2011 we received
re-certification of the VPP Star award. Raytheon's
Portsmouth facility was originally designated a
"STAR"
facility by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in
November 2008 for
it's participation in the Voluntary Protection Program (VPP). This award
was made possible by the IAM Local 587 membership working closely with the
company to perpetuate an awareness that our people are our most important
asset and that good health and safety not only benefit the company and
the union, but also our employees and their families.
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The IAM Local 587 leadership is committed to continue this effort to help
keep health and safety first and foremost on the mind of every employee so
every employee can continue to receive the benefits that comes with good
health.
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With the winter months coming, please be sure to pay close attention when
you’re walking. While injuries due to slips and falls at the plant are
reported during all seasons, the risk of falling and causing serious injury
is always greater when the winter is upon us.
Remember:
Our health is Our most valuable resource.
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EMERGENCY
REPORTING
Regardless of where you are or
the nature of the emergency, the one number to remember is 911.
Dialing 911 from the Raytheon campus phone system alerts the Guards,
who can then summon the appropriate emergency personnel.
You should remember, however, that while calling 911 from your
cell phone will still get a response team to your emergency, you
should also contact the Guard Station at extension 2510 so they can
coordinate the fastest mobilization of on and off-campus resources.
If you are outdoors on campus,
you can also call from the Emergency Stations posted throughout the
campus. This will have the same effect as calling 911 from inside
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About Ergonomics:
A good percentage of all recordable injuries are related to ergonomics,
resulting from doing a task involving excessive force or poor posture,
frequently or for extended periods of time. If you are involved in such a
task, please notify your supervisor or Union Official to investigate the
procedure.
What to Look For?
- Think Neutral -
Position your work near the midpoint of your range of motion. This
position is the most efficient and permits the greatest function and
force with the least amount of wear and tear
- Minimize Force -
Neutral positions require the least amount of force and exertion. Use
the right tool for the task and for the task for which it was
designed.
- Repetition - The
Frequency or duration of the task. Consider your process and eliminate
tasks or motions that are not essential. Reduce repetitive tasks or
duration of tasks. Take breaks.
- Adjust - Utilize the
adjustability of tools used to promote neutral positions and comfort.
Change your position or technique to maintain comfort.
- Work Smarter, Not Harder
- Good ergonomics yields increased output with less effort.
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The Raytheon Activities Center
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The Raytheon Fitness Center in Portsmouth is now open
to all pre-screened employees 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, free of
charge.
Because the fitness center is not staffed, cameras have been installed for
monitoring by the guards and “Panic Button” lanyards are available to
ensure the safety of participants.
To take advantage of the Raytheon fitness center, you must complete a
Pre-Physical Activity Screening Form and an Unattended Release and Waiver
of Liability and Indemnity Agreement. You can visit Joan Westgate or Sandy
Steadman at the Health Center in Building 2 to obtain and complete the
forms. All information provided is confidential. You can also download the
forms below, but they still have to be subnitted to the Health Center.
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RAC forms and applications: |
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