Approximately 150 guests have been invited to attend a flag-raising ceremony at 9 a.m. Tuesday that will recognize the Y-12 National Security Complex’s attainment of DOE-VPP Star level and designation as a VPP Star Site.
VPP stands for Voluntary Protection Plan and is available to all contractors and subcontractors in the U.S. Department of Energy complex. Achieving VPP Star status means that Y-12 has proven a commitment to creating a safe work environment that protects workers, the public and the environment, and the plant must continue to meet safety standards.
“We still have to keep our heads in the game and keep safety in the forefront,” said Senior Vice President and Deputy General Manager of Operations Bill Klemm. “The objective wasn’t achieving the star; the objective is keeping everyone safe. Our journey of Safety for Life continues.”
Klemm and others will be on hand Tuesday morning for the raising of the VPP Star flag that will fly over New Hope Center at Y-12.
Doug Iden says
VPP stands for Voluntary Protection Program not Voluntary Protection Plan, subtle difference but it is still incorrect.
John Huotari says
Thank you, Doug. I’ll make the change. John