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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/CW<strong>Bath</strong> 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
Wellness and BenefitsGetting Started with the BIWHealth PassportNow that you and your spouse havereceived your Health Passport, youmay be wondering what the programis about or how to get started.The Health Passport is a customizablewellness program which is designed to meetyou where you are in your wellness journey.Whether you hit the gym everyday but don’thave a financial plan for retirement or makegood food choices but need a little boosttaking time for yourself, the Health Passportcan help you. It’s more than a diet andexercise program; it’s a whole personapproach.The Health Passport is made up of stepsand levels that focus on physical health andfitness, nutrition, resiliency/life balance andfiscal fitness. As you complete steps in eachlevel, you receive stamps in your Passportand get rewarded each time you finish alevel.Getting started is easy. You are probablydoing things right now that can earnstamps.• Did you join a gym or YMCA for theNew Year? Show your receipt (or seeif your gym is a community StampingPartner) to a member of the HealthPassport Team (read on) and receivea stamp.• Having an annual physical soon orhad one in the past 12 months? Get astamp or signature from the doctor’soffice or show your receipt to someoneon the Health Passport Team and youare on your way.Ken Crowe was the first BIW employee to completeLevel 1 of the Health Passport and enterthe quarterly drawing. All enteries for the firstquarterly drawing are due by March 31, 2010These are just two examples of how toget stamps. Learn more by visiting theBuilding Healthy Ways web site. Click theHealth Passport icon on the BIW intranethome page or access it from home atwww.gdbiw.com/bhw.You can earn stamps in any order for anylevel at anytime. However, Level 1 mustbe completed first to be entered into thequarterly and grand prize drawings.If you have questions or need a stamp,contact one of these members of the HealthPassport Team: Anthony Anderson,Wellness Program Manager, ext. 2915;Maggie Kelley, Health Advocate, ext. 4939;Benefits Help Desk, ext. 2527; or membersof the Wellness Team.In January, Ken Crowe (D40) becamethe first employee to complete Level 1 andearn one entry in the upcoming quarterlyprize drawing for a $2,500 Hewins TravelCertificate and one entry into the grandprize drawing for a brand new vehicle.There’s still time to enter the drawing forthe travel certificate. Just complete Level 1and have your page signed off by AnthonyAnderson, Maggie Kelley or the BenefitsDepartment by March 31, 2010.A great prize will be drawn each quarterin 2010 and the grand prize drawing for abrand new vehicle will be held in December2010. Get started now!December 2009RetireesDept.Name01-00 Edgar R. Simmons42 Years, 7 MonthsAssistant Foreman II19-00 George H. Cleaveland Jr.40 Years, 9 MonthsElectrician III27-00 Laurier R. Therrien21 Years, 3 MonthsPreservation Tech III29-00 Dale L. Goding *27 Years, 5 MonthsHeavy EquipmentOperator III50-00 Leon J. Demers23 Years, 2 MonthsShipfitter III81-00 Norman A. Lowery30 Years, 3 MonthsMaterial Clerkr III82-00 James E. Frey36 Years, 7 MonthsPlanner III87-00 Richard H. Johnson33 Years, 4 MonthsEngineer III, Project* Retired December 2008Building Healthy WaysRemindsYouDEADLINE FORWELLNESS PROGRAMREIMBURSEMENT OF2009 EXPENSES ISFEBRUARY 26, 2010Remember to submit your 2009Wellness Program Reimbursementby February 26, 2010. Forms areavailable from the Benefits HelpDesk, Lotus Notes Bulletin Boardor click “Programs” under BuildingHealthy Ways on the BIW Intranet.BIW NEWS | January 2010 | 5
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