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The ORS News2Use newsletter is published quarterly by the Office of Research Services (ORS), providing pertinent information and updates about ORS services to the NIH community.

Summer 2016

What is the ORS Immersion Program?

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Summer 2016

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Have you ever been curious about what the Office of Research Services (ORS) does to support the NIH community? Have you ever wondered about the services ORS offers and how ORS contributes to the overall NIH mission? These questions can be answered by the

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Summer 2016

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The Metro “SafeTrack” project is underway to address safety recommendations and rehabilitate the Metrorail system. The Orange, Silver, Yellow and Blue Lines have already been impacted by “Safety Surges,” with the Red Line surge coming in August.

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Summer 2016

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Do you or someone you know use a hoverboard at home or work? The Division of the Fire Marshal (DFM) wants everyone to be aware of the dangers these boards present. After becoming the popular holiday gift of 2015, hoverboards caused many fires and falls.

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Summer 2016

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NIH is home to all-star scientists that conduct cutting-edge research. Their work is often ground-breaking and even Nobel-prize worthy. However, without the proper laboratory equipment needed to conduct research, scientists would be stuck with great ideas

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Summer 2016

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Mark your calendar to go “car free” or car “lite” on Thursday, September 22, 2016. Car Free Day is a worldwide event that encourages greener methods of travel by: mass transit, bicycling and walking to work. Carpooling and telework also count.

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Summer 2016

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The Division of Occupational Health and Safety (DOHS) salutes a group of professionals making a difference in safety. The NIH Mission First, Safety Always award was created to recognize NIH personnel who have demonstrated leadership, innovation and

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Summer 2016

Respirator

Did you know that the Occupational Medical Service (OMS) must medically clear all NIH employees that require respirator use? Did you know that respirator fit testing (e.g. N-95 respirator)

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ORS News2Use Archives

What is the ORS Immersion Program?

Metro SafeTrack is Underway

Hoverboard Dangers

Laboratory Equipment — the Unsung Contribution to Scientific Discovery

Car Free Day

NIH Mission First, Safety Always Award 2015 Winners

Do You or Your Employees Wear a Respirator