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Support a Runner, Support a VetFive members of our TrackTeam will represent BIW atthe U.S. Corporate AthleticAssociation’s CorporateMarathon Challenge in NewOrleans on February 28, 2010.Robert Ashby (D43), JeffBanger, Hans Brandes and DaveRoberts (all D40) and LanceGuliani (D84),all veteranmarathoners, have trainedthrough the winter in preparationfor this event. To encourageothers to make healthy choices and tohelp our wounded or disabled veteransimprove their health, in February, theteam has agreed to link participation inthis race with a BIW wellness program,the Health Passport, and to collectpledges for the Veterans No Boundaries(VNB) program of Maine HandicappedSkiing (MHS).You can join this effort and showsupport for our marathoners and ourdeserving veterans. For example, startyour own physical activity program,earn a Health Passport stamp and make5 StarComplianceSince the introduction of the 5 Star Compliance Programin 2008, we have achieved and maintained a high rate ofcompliance across 17 manufacturing areas. The programhas contributed to positive trends in the number of reportableand lost time accidents in the shipyard; however, work continuesas we strive to reduce these incidents even further.In January, it was decided to rebaseline the program andreevaluate all areas. Evaluation teams will be developed toensure consistency in the process and senior management willtake part in weekly inspections.The success of the program to date is due to a high level ofparticipation and interest. Continued success in helping makeus safer relies on everyone’s renewed commitment, support andawareness.The chart to the right reflects the final results in calendaryear 2009. As stated above, all stars or other assessmentindicators will be removed and the January 2010 chart, whichwill be shown next month, will show that all areas are in theprocess of reevaluation.BIW Track Team members Hans Brandes,Lance Guliani and Dave Roberts with an unidentifiedrunner, far left, and Olympic Gold medalistand Beach to Beacon race founder Joan Benoit,far right, at the 2007 Beach to BeaconCorporate Challenge where the BIW Teamplaced first. They will be joined by Jeff Bangerand Robert Ashby at the upcoming New Orleansmarathon. Photo by Action Sports International.a pledge (e.g. cents/miles walked, dollars perpounds lost, etc.) to VNB based on how youprogress in the month. Back one or more ofour runners by obtaining pledges on theirbehalf from you, your friends or familymembers. More details will be forthcoming.DECEMBER 8, 2009LLTF/Hyde SouthABC PlatH 504 (DDG 109)H 505 (DDG 111)Rigging/Carpenter/South Hyde ShopsP0II/Ultra hallEBMFHardingsACE/CWBath WarehousesBlast I, II, IIIAluminum ShopAssembly BuildingPanel Line5-SkidsMachine/Intake-Uptake/Strut shopsFacilitiesAll funds raised through thispledge drive will be donated to MHS- VNB, a program for which BIW hasbeen a major sponsor over the lastthree years. Additionally, a matchingdonation from the company will besought. VNB uses adaptive equipmentto enable wounded or disabledveterans to participate in a wide varietyof summer and winter sportswhere they typically gain self confidenceand improve their physical andmental well being.Members of the BIW Track Team havepursued personal goals of physical fitnessand team goals of competition for manyyears. Take a step to improve your wellnessand at the same time give a deserving veterana chance to do the same. “Support aRunner—Support a Vet.”Look for upcoming information abouthow to support the Track Team’s efforts.You can also contact Cheryl Gilbert (ext.1817) to pledge a Track Team member orAnthony Anderson (ext. 2915) for moreinformation about the Health Passport.See a related article on page 5.ElectricalMachineGuardingFallProtectionFire,Health,SafetyHousekeepingCompliant Engaged in Assessment Preparing for Assessment Lost Star4 | January 2010 | BIW NEWS