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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.

Winter 2016

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Computer Simulation Services Now Available at NIH March 01, 2016 Winter 2016 Simio-Animated-Shuttle-Buses Have you ever wanted to see how modifying staffing levels or work schedules would affect the length of time it takes to complete the work of your office? Have you ever wanted to see how closing one of six employee campus entrances would affect the flow of READ MORE NIH Coming Together to Tackle the Blizzard of 2016 March 01, 2016 Winter 2016 A-photo-of-cars-at-a-stoplight-in-heavy-snow The National Capital Region experienced a historic snow fall in late January that closed airports, major interstates and impacted the federal government operating status for a week — January 22 to 29, 2016.  During these weather emergencies, the dedicated READ MORE ORS Parking Contractor Receives Award from the Clinical Center March 01, 2016 Winter 2016 A-photo-of-Louise-Davis-and-Gedlu-Melk-at-the-CC-Directors-Awards-Ceremony In recognition of his dedication to customer service, Mr. Gedlu Melke, a contractor employed under the Parking Services Contract managed by the Division of Amenities and Transportation Services (DATS), was awarded the Jesse Ferguson Customer Service Award READ MORE 22nd Annual Take Your Child to Work Day, April 28 March 01, 2016 Winter 2016 Photo-of-a-little-girl-holding-her-mothers-hand The NIH will host the 22nd Annual Take Your Child to Work Day (TYCTWD) on Thursday, April 28, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. You are invited to bring your school-age child (grades 1 – 12) to NIH for a day of discovery and exploration at our nation’s biomedical READ MORE Cold Stress March 01, 2016 Winter 2016 Photo-of-two-construction-workers-out-in-the-cold Anyone working in a cold environment may be at risk of cold stress. Some workers may be required to work outdoors in cold environments and for extended periods of time. For example, snow cleanup crews, sanitation workers, police officers and emergency READ MORE X-Ray Safety March 01, 2016 Winter 2016 A-picture-of-an-open-beam-analytical-device The Division of Radiation Safety (DRS) is a resource for scientists who use open beam analytical x-ray devices at NIH. These instruments can range from low keV x-ray energy to very high energy x-ray generation READ MORE Changes to Pricing for First Class Mail March 01, 2016 Winter 2016 First-class-stamp-in-red Did you know that in recent years the Postal Service has changed the way First Class Mail is priced? First Class Mail consists of postcards, business-sized envelopes up to 3.5 ounces, large envelopes and small packages up to 13 ounces. READ MORE Fire Safety Tips for Using Microwave Ovens March 01, 2016 Winter 2016 Photo-of-a-microwave-oven-on-white-background Microwave ovens are used every day, both at home and in the workplace. When used properly, the microwave is safe and convenient for heating a variety of foods in a short time. When you become complacent about microwave safety, however, your appliance can READ MORE 14th Annual Immigration Conference March 01, 2016 Winter 2016 Photo-of-a-speaker-at-a-the-podium-for-a-conference The Division of International Services (DIS) will host its 14th Annual Immigration Conference at the Natcher Conference Center (Building 45) on May 4-5, 2016. All NIH Institute/Center (IC) administrative staff involved in the NIH Visiting Program (VP) are READ MORE

IN THIS ISSUE

• Computer Simulation Services Now Available at NIH
• NIH Coming Together to Tackle the Blizzard of 2016
• ORS Parking Contractor Receives Award from the Clinical Center
• 22nd Annual Take Your Child to Work Day, April 28
• Cold Stress
• X-Ray Safety
• Changes to Pricing for First Class Mail
• Fire Safety Tips for Using Microwave Ovens
• 14th Annual Immigration Conference

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