ELECTRIC BOAT LAYS KEEL NEW HAMPSHIRE

MAY 2007

Left, welder Kevin
Cullen inscribes the
initials of New
Hampshire Ship
Sponsor Cheryl
McGuinness during
a keel laying
ceremony for the
ship held recently
at Quonset Point.

Below, Cullen
displays his work to
Mrs. McGuinness.

INSIDE ELECTRIC BOAT
LAYS KEEL
Earned Hours • 3 FOR SUBMARINE
New EB Employees • 3 NEW HAMPSHIRE
Navy Commissions USS Hawaii,
Third Virginia-Class Submarine • 4 In a shower of sparks, Quonset Point the event – the official keel laying of New
Marine Group Update • 5 welder Kevin Cullen marked the ceremo- Hampshire at Electric Boat’s Quonset Point
Team Wins NAVSEA Award • 6 nial construction start of the submarine facility.
Women To Pound The Pavement For New Hampshire as he inscribed the initials of
Breast Cancer Research • 6 Ship Sponsor Cheryl McGuinness on a steel Ship Sponsor McGuinness, a resident of
Teachers Get Schooling at EB • 6 plate that will become part of the ship. Portsmouth, N.H., will christen the submarine
BEC Awards Scholarships • 7
2007 EBMA Scholarship Winners • 7 Hundreds of employees as well as represen- continued on page 3
Retirees • 7 tatives from the Navy and Congress attended
Health Matters • 8

Marking Workers’ Memorial Day • 9
Classifieds • 10
EB Business Ethics and Conduct • 10

Service Awards • 11

Safety Performance • 12

Hundreds of Quonset Point employees attended the keel laying of New Hampshire, the fifth Virginia- New Hampshire Ship Sponsor Cheryl McGuinness
class submarine. at a reception following the keel laying ceremony.

continued from page 1 during construction at Quonset Point’s money and improve efficiency,” he said.
new coatings facility. Representing an “These efforts have been happening for
at the Groton shipyard in about a year. investment of some $9.4 million, this some time – and the momentum is steadily
Her husband, Tom, a former Navy pilot, facility is expected to produce total Vir- growing as we build each ship of the class.
died on Sept. 11, 2001 when the jet he ginia program savings of $139 million,”
was co-piloting, American Airlines Flight he said. “It’s a very exciting time to be building
11, was flown into the north tower of the submarines,” Petters continued. “The
World Trade Center. Since then, Mrs. New Hampshire also will set a new team is focused on taking lessons learned
McGuinness has reached out to others standard for speedier delivery, Casey said. from each task, from each project, and
who have experienced tragedy by sharing from each ship – and doing it better than
her message of courage, determination “Production and process improvements the way it was done before.
and love. have put New Hampshire on a track to be
delivered in 72 months, a year ahead of “And we’re seeing the results. The
Electric Boat President John Casey, earlier ships. We’re going to do this even results of your hard work and your dedi-
who presided over the event, noted that though the ship’s construction was cation to excellence. Today marks
while New Hampshire is the fifth ship of already under way when the new acceler- another public demonstration of that
the Virginia class, it is establishing some ated building schedule was put in place. excellence – the laying of the keel for the
significant firsts for the program. fifth ship of the class – New Hampshire,”
“These steps – along with many others Petters said.
“It will be the first Virginia-class ship in process or in development – are greatly
to be built in four sections, a noteworthy increasing overall efficiency, one of the Petters was followed in the speaking
improvement from the 10 required for the keys to Virginia program affordability. program by U.S. Rep. James Langevin of
lead ship,” he said. This achievement Rhode Island’s Second District. “It’s
reflects advances in the company’s mod- “Importantly, these steps also allow us always great to be with those who make
ule-handling capabilities, which allow EB to support the Defense Department’s our submarine force the best in the
to move sections weighing 2,000 tons, up goal of attaining a production rate of world. Everyone here in New England
from the previous maximum of just two ships per year no later than FY 12,” understands the importance of sub-
under 1,600 tons. said Casey. “That’s good news for the marines – we have a proud tradition of
shipbuilders, the suppliers, the submarine shipbuilding that is deeply entwined in
“With this increased modular-con- force and most significantly – our our history,” Langevin said.
struction efficiency, we can now ship four nation’s security.”
essentially complete hull sections to the “As a co-chair of the Congressional
final assembly facilities in Connecticut Northrop Grumman Newport News Submarine Caucus, I never miss an
and Virginia,” Casey said. President Mike Petters underscored opportunity to tell that story to other
Casey’s comments about Virginia program people and to make sure they understand
“New Hampshire will be the first ship progress. “Shipbuilders are working side- the contributions of submarines to our
to have its various hull coatings applied by-side and in teams to brainstorm, national defense. Submarines provide
develop and execute on ideas that save

I I2 MAY 2007 ELECTRIC BOAT NEWS

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Editor

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Earned Hours • Where We Stand

unparalleled capability, flexibility and country, it is rich in the history of innova- Welcome to
power and are an important asset of our tors,” he said. “Remarkable people doing Electric Boat
nation’s fleet. remarkable things. The construction of
this multi-mission ship is no different. Please help welcome the fol-
“I am also proud to tell people about lowing employees and
the employees of Electric Boat in Rhode “It is the patriotic team of innovative interns, who have recently
Island and Connecticut, whose vision professionals that includes the employees joined the company:
and fine workmanship have contributed of General Dynamics Electric Boat and
so greatly to our military readiness. Your Northrop Grumman Newport News and Ian Phillips (414)
dedication and expertise make our the submarine crew that will continue Engineer
nation stronger and our families safer. work to deliver the submarine New
For that I cannot thank you enough. Hampshire in 2008,” said Haney. Nicholas Schultz (416)
Engineer
“In Congress, I have been a strong advo- Referring to the military’s high
cate for the Virginia class and have been demand for submarine missions, Haney Ryan Poitras (417)
fighting to build more so that our Navy said, “We are busy – on any given day Summer Intern
has enough ships to meet the challenges more than 60 percent of our attack sub-
they face. I am hopeful that this year we marines are under way, and 10 are Daniel Thearle (428)
will take the necessary steps to increase our deployed forward. Engineer
production rate so that we can get to two
ships per year sooner than the scheduled “Our submarines will continue to be in Kirk Scheel (433)
date of 2012,” said Langevin. demand,” he said. “Day-in and day-out, Summer Intern
they will be enhancing maritime security,
The event’s principal speaker, Rear gathering vital intelligence information Andrew Rosenbloom (454)
Adm. Cecil D. Haney, commander – and shaping the environment to avert the Engineer
Submarine Group Two, said New Hamp- next conflict. Yet they stand ready to
shire represents a transformational leap engage quickly and decisively, if neces- Daniel Terminesi (493)
forward in submarine technology and a sary,” Haney said. Engineer
revolution in the design and construction
processes used to build the ship. Kelly Martin (626)
Summer Intern
“As you look at the history of our great
Brian Walker (660)
Security Guard

Al Young (660)
Security Guard

I IELECTRIC BOAT NEWS MAY 2007 3

Sailors Bring USS Hawaii to Life

Sailors aboard the newest Virginia-class nuclear attack submarine, USS Hawaii (SSN-776), “man the ship and bring her to life” during the commissioning cer-
emony. Hawaii, the third Virginia-class submarine to be added to the fleet, was commissioned May 5 at the Naval Submarine Base in Groton. U.S. Navy photo

Navy Commissions USS Hawaii,

Third Virginia-Class Submarine

I n a ceremony highlighted by hula ing strength.” 2.3 million fewer hours than the lead
dancers, war canoes, leis and a tra- Another speaker, Vice Adm. John ship, USS Virginia,” said Casey, who
ditional island priest, the Navy ear- provided additional perspective.
lier this month commissioned its third Donnelly, commander – submarine
Virginia-class ship, USS Hawaii (SSN- force, told the audience, “Standing “The time span from christening to
776) at the Groton submarine base. before you, ladies and gentlemen, are delivery for our final Los Angeles class
talented, highly motivated sailors who ship, USS Columbia, was just under 11
The event provided a platform for sev- have chosen to serve their nation prepar- months. Columbia was Electric Boat’s
eral speakers to emphasize the impor- ing this ship for service. Without them, 33rd submarine of that class and we
tance of submarines to the nation’s secu- this ship would be a lifeless collection of were well up on the learning curve.
rity and how the Virginia class, in partic- high-tech hardware.
ular, contributes to the Navy’s undersea “Hawaii is the third ship of its class.
superiority. “But with this remarkable crew, USS The time span from its christening to
Hawaii will be powerful, graceful and delivery was less than six months.
According to Rear Adm. William quiet. At her top speed, she makes less
Hilarides, program executive officer for noise than most of our submarines do at “That is a remarkable achievement –
submarines, Hawaii is “the right boat at 5 knots. Her firepower, stealth and agility an example of the high performance that
the right time for the nation. are tailored perfectly to meet the mar- is defining the Virginia program and the
itime challenges of the future,” he said. extraordinary effectiveness of the
“She is purpose-built for uncertain Navy/industry submarine team.
times,” he said. Representing Electric Boat, President
John Casey said everyone involved in the “The more efficiently we produce sub-
Adm. Gary Roughhead, who at the Virginia program – the Navy, the ship- marines such as Hawaii, the better we
time of the commissioning was com- builders and the supplier base – are can support the Navy’s shipbuilding
mander of the Pacific fleet, said, “Sub- working together to produce the finest goals,” Casey said. “That will benefit the
marines are my most important and submarines in the world, while simulta- Navy, its supporting industrial base, and
valuable weapon.” Addressing the ship’s neously improving cost performance. our nation’s ability to defend itself.”
crew, he said, “You will command the
seas and keep the peace by demonstrat- “In fact, Hawaii was built for about

I I4 MAY 2007 ELECTRIC BOAT NEWS

MARINE GROUP UPDATE

Navy Awards NASSCO Launches USNS Richard E. Byrd
Electric Boat
$47M For Sub N SAN DIEGO
Maintenance and ASSCO earlier this month launched the U.S. Navy’s newest resupply ship,
Modernization USNS Richard E. Byrd (T-AKE 4). The ship is named in honor of the
Work Navy rear admiral and Medal of Honor recipient who explored the North
and South Poles by air.
T he U.S. Navy has awarded
Electric Boat a $46.7 million Secretary of the Navy Donald Winter spoke at the evening event. Rear Admiral
contract to perform routine Robert Reilly Jr., commander of the Navy’s Military Sealift Command, was the cere-
maintenance and modernization work mony’s principal speaker. Mrs. Bolling Byrd Clarke, Byrd’s oldest daughter, was the
on the USS Alexandria (SSN-757), a ship’s sponsor.
Los Angeles-class attack submarine.
A 1912 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy and a naval aviator, Byrd (1888-1957)
Under the terms of the contract, explored the North Pole region by air in May 1926. He received the Medal of Honor
Electric Boat will perform a Selected for the flight. Two and a half years later, Byrd began his first expedition to Antarctica.
Restricted Availability, which consists of He commanded the first flight over the South Pole in November 1929. Byrd completed
repairs, maintenance work, alterations four more expeditions to the Antarctic continent over the next 26 years, including the
and several major systems upgrades. 1955 “Operation Deep Freeze” expedition that established the permanent U.S. facilities
The work will take place at the Navy at the South Pole.
Submarine Base in Groton and involve
up to 300 employees at its peak; it is USNS Richard E. Byrd is the fourth ship of an expected class of 11 T-AKE dry
expected to be completed by September. cargo-ammunition ships for the Navy. NASSCO began constructing the 689-foot-long
ship in February 2006. The ship is scheduled to be delivered to the Navy in November.
Electric Boat The T-AKE class incorporates international marine technologies and commercial ship-
Receives $32M For design features, including an integrated electric-drive propulsion system, to minimize
Virginia-Class Long- operating costs over its projected 40-year service life.
Lead Material
When the Richard E. Byrd joins the fleet, its primary mission will be to deliver more
E lectric Boat has received $32 than 10,000 tons of food, ammunition, fuel and other provisions to combat ships at sea.
million in material orders It is the second Navy ship to be named in honor of the polar explorer. The first ship,
from the U.S. Navy for the USS Richard E. Byrd (DDG 23), was a Charles F. Adams-class guided missile
purchase of long-lead material for Vir- destroyer that served from 1964 to 1990.
ginia-Class submarine spares.

The orders call for Electric Boat to
purchase the materials required for the
construction of spares for ships service
turbine-generator and main-propulsion
units and other components. The mate-
rial orders are part of a contract ini-
tially awarded in March 2004; if all
options are exercised and funded, the
contract could be worth more than $1.1
billion over five years.

I IELECTRIC BOAT NEWS MAY 2007 5

Caption: From left, Brian Connery, Jeff Blevens, John Izzo, Joan Sienkiewicz, Tom Britton were the Women To Pound The
Electric Boat recipients of NAVSEA’s Logistics Team of the Year Award. Pavement For Breast
Cancer Research
Electric Boat Team Wins
NAVSEA Logistics Award Four Electric Boat women have
formed Team EB to raise
E lectric Boat’s Virginia-class Technology Refresh Integrated Process Team money for breast cancer
(IPT) has been selected by NAVSEA as a recipient of the Logistics Team of research and awareness.
the Year Award for FY 06.
Joan Sienkiewicz (449), Brian Connery (449), John Izzo (449), Tom Britton (495) The team members – Jessica Lam-
and Jeff Blevens (495) were the EB employees on the award-winning team, which also perelli (ext. 36739); Joanna Black (ext.
comprised representatives from NAVSEA and the Naval Undersea Warfare Center 32334); Carolyn Jacob (ext. 36583); and
(NUWC). Additionally, the team was a finalist in the Adm. Stanley R. Arthur Award Rebecca Castleman (ext. 36420) – are
for Logistics Excellence. preparing to participate in the “Breast
Cancer 3-Day Susan G. Komen for the
In announcing the award, Vice Adm. Paul E. Sullivan, commander – NAVSEA, Cure” event in Boston from Aug. 3
said, “The team introduced the use of commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) equipment through Aug. 5. Each woman plans to
and developed methods for dealing with the unique set of supportability challenges walk 20 miles per day and raise $2,200.
that are created by the rapid turnaround of technology. The end result was the cre-
ation of a win-win partnership between the Navy and the shipbuilder, which will save You can support the team’s effort by
the taxpayer dollars over the total lifespan of the program.” making a donation (checks can be made
out to “Breast Cancer 3-Day”); placing
According to Jeff Trent of NUWC’s In Service Engineering and Integrated Logis- cans and bottles in the 3-Day pink bins
tics Systems Department, “The IPT implemented a proactive solution to mitigate sys- (or by calling team members for pick
tem obsolescence for Virginia-class submarines that has reduced costs by $61 million up); or dropping spare change in the 3-
to date by minimizing the need for costly redesigns.” Day piggy banks placed throughout the
Groton facility.
The use of COTS electronic products on the Virginia class is significantly affecting
the traditional processes the Navy uses for shipbuilding and lifetime system support, Teachers Get Schooling
said EB IPT member Izzo. “COTS components are subject to rapid turnover and at Electric Boat
obsolescence, resulting in costly supportability issues and unplanned technology
redesign requirements.” Tod Schaefer (629) uses the model room to
explain the operation of the Groton shipyard
In response, the EB IPT developed a process to manage contractor-furnished elec- to a group of more than 30 science, technol-
tronic equipment obsolescence. By working with subsystem engineers to monitor the ogy, engineering and mathematics teachers
“health” of critical components that can impact construction and life-cycle support, who visited the company recently with repre-
Electric Boat is extending design intervals and reducing construction costs, while help- sentatives of the Connecticut Business and
ing the Navy make lifetime buys that lower maintenance costs, said Izzo. Industry Association. The goal of the visit
was to provide the high school teachers with
The EB IPT’s obsolescence-management approach addresses these areas: a better understanding of area jobs requiring
Obsolescence forecasting technical skills, which will enable them to
Establishment of procedures to resolve obsolescence issues tailor their curriculum to meet these needs.
Development of plans to maintain subsystem and vendor participation.

I I6 MAY 2007 ELECTRIC BOAT

Retirees

Black Engineering Council awards scholarships 100 Anthony Milone 663 Phillip E. Jeckel
43 years 48 years
At its 12th annual scholarship banquet held recently in the Technology Center, Electric OS Machnst-Shop Spec Security Admin
Boat’s Black Engineering Council (BEC) presented scholarships to two New London
County high school seniors. Shown in the photo are, from left, Senior Engineer Darrell 100 Michael J. Riley Jr. 795 John W. Stevens
Comena (411), BEC chairman; David DePina, the winner of the BEC first-place scholarship 18 years 30 years
($1,500) and a senior at Norwich Free Academy; Rear Admiral (sel) Bruce Grooms, deputy SM-Assembly Mac 1/C Qual Cntrl Spec Sr.
director – Submarine Warfare Division and the evening’s keynote speaker;
Emerald D. Littlejohn, winner of the BEC second-place scholarship ($1,000) and a senior at 252 Harold F. Edman 860 Herbert R. Shorter Jr.
Saint Bernard High School; and Senior Engineer Anthony Brooks (472) of the BEC Scholar- 32 years 27 years
ship Committee. Carpenter 1/C Superintendent – Site

PresentingThe 2007 EBMA Scholarship Winners 355 Bruce A. Burton 904 Raymond A. Gavek
35 years 38 years
The Electric Boat Management Association recently announced its 2007 scholarship Planning Specialist Struct Fab Mech I
recipients. They are, front row from left, Alyssa Belisle, daughter of Bill Belisle (636);
Colleen Doyle, daughter of Christopher Doyle (460); Galen Danskin, daughter of Sterling 428 James M. Titus 915 Edward R. Blais
Danskin (467); and Jillian Mador, daughter of John Mador (492). In the back row from 27 years 38 years
left are Matthew Runkle, son of Larry Runkle (684); Ryan O’Connell, son of Lee O’Connell Engineer Senior Pipefitter Appr
(341); Reynolds Risseeuw, son of Paul Risseeuw (retired); Raymond Filosa Jr., son of
Raymond Filosa (436); and Anna Deneka, daughter of John Deneka (495). Missing from 431 Ernest A. Doucette Jr. 915 David R. Migneault
the photo is Michelle Bold, daughter of Peter Bold (438). 39 years 28 years
R&D Test Man-Mec W/L M/T Shipfitter Appr

438 James T. Burgess 921 Robert M. Clark
35 years 33 years
Dosimetry Techn 1/C Struct Fab Mech I

452 Louie R. Williams
35 years
Supervisor, Design

453 Charles D. Brown
33 years
Mech Sr. Designer

455 Ronald R. Raymond
48 years
A/A Administrative Aide

459 John P. Daniels
15 years
Arrgt Sr. Designer

460 John B. Murphy Jr.
42 years
Supv Engrng Services

462 Stuart N. Dom
22 years
Engineer, Principal

464 David E. Pacheco
42 years
Design Tech-Piping

I IELECTRIC BOAT NEWS MAY 2007 7

Bob Hurley, MD nationally known brand of weed killer. pound of body weight than do adults.
Medical Director On the front, all I could find was. “Con- Children’s behaviors, such as playing on
tains MCPP.” I looked on the back and the floor or on the lawn where pesticides
HEALTH read the signs and symptoms of acute are applied or putting objects in their
exposure and a web address for further mouths, also increase their chances of
MATTERS information. I said to myself, “I’m a exposure. These behaviors increase the
highly trained environmental doctor and ingestion potential of pesticides, which
Green Grass as I recall, MCPP stands for …” Well, I blocks the absorption of food nutrients
The first warm day of spring found went home and looked it up. necessary for normal healthy growth. In
addition, children may not excrete the
yours truly at the local feed and grain I found MCPP stands for 2-(2methyl- pesticide, leading to toxic buildup of the
store ready to purchase corn meal gluten 4-chlorophenoxy) proprionic acid or contaminants. And, as any parent knows,
as organic weed prevention. While wait- Mecoprop. MCPP is one of several children grow in stages, so if these con-
ing for service, I noticed three children commercially available pesticides within taminants are present, it may lead to a
climbing over bags of chemical weed the phenoxy family of herbicides, which permanent change in their bodily
killers while their father spoke with the includes the prototypical chemical 2, 4- enzymes and other metabolic functions.
salesperson. As the adults considered the D. In 2005, the U.S. Environmental Pro-
types of lawn products to best obliterate tection Agency approved continued use The label on the bag of weed killer I
all living creatures, the children played on of 2, 4-D, which might make one feel read at the store informed me that the
and around perforated, seeping dusty somewhat assured of its safety. It effects of too much of this pesticide
bags of chemicals. Engaged in their lawn shouldn’t. ranged from mild symptoms of dizziness
combat strategies, the men noticed nei- and nausea to serious long term neuro-
ther the children nor my increasing 2, 4-D Compounds are the third-most logical, developmental and reproductive
uneasiness. And the longer those children widely used herbicides in the U.S. and disorders.
played, the more uneasy I became. the most widely used in North America.
The European Union includes it in its The chronic effects may be more dis-
When the time came for my order, I list of approved pesticides. However, turbing. Both the EPA and the Interna-
asked the salesperson, “Why didn’t you concern over 2, 4-D is such that it is not tional Agency for Research on Cancer, as
tell him those products contain several approved for use in the lawns and gar- well as several other agencies, have labeled
human carcinogens, especially knowing dens of Sweden, Denmark, Norway, this group of herbicides as possible
he had three small children?” Respond- Kuwait, Belize and the Canadian human carcinogens. That means they have
ing to my challenge, he replied, “As a province of Quebec. studies that support the link but are not
consumer, it’s up to him to perform the considered strong enough to make a
research prior to buying it here.” “Geez, Commercially released in 1946, 2, 4-D definitive call. Do you want to take a
that’s just great,” I thought, “I bet one in became the first successful selective her- chance on cancer for the $10-20 per bag of
10 people actually understand the risks bicide for wheat, corn, rice and other organic versus chemical lawn products?
associated with the chemicals they put cereal crops. Today 2, 4-D is sold in
on their lawns.” more than 1,500 herbicide products Honey, I Know What I'm Doing
under a variety of brand names; many There are several completed and
Pesticides of these are sold in the U.S. Although it
While the salesman was writing my is less selective and effective and more ongoing studies regarding the usage of
toxic than other herbicides, its use per- pesticides near schools and the impacts
order, I bent down to look at a bag of a sists based on low cost. of neurobehavioral and neurodevelop-
mental conditions. Needless to say, they
Why Worry? raise some serious questions regarding
Although all humans are at risk, these chemicals and our children. I don't
know about you, but I cherish every IQ
infants and children are especially sensi- point I’ve got ... or is it have?
tive to the dangers of pesticides for mul-
tiple reasons. Their ongoing growth Although loath to admit it, most do-
means internal organs are potentially it-yourselfers don't understand the risks
impaired by agents that may alter devel- when it comes to proper protection and
opment and ultimate functioning. Chil- safety precautions. Studies show people
dren typically consume larger quantities don't even look at the warnings labels on
of foods sprayed with pesticides, such as their toxins. How many of you have
milk, applesauce, and orange juice per
continued on page 9

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gone to the conveniently offered web Let's Get Physical and HRAs Marking Workers’
page to learn about the chemicals you’re I hope you’ve set up your preventive Memorial Day
putting on your lawns? Do you wear
gloves, goggles, or protective clothing to physical exam with your Primary Care MDA-UAW President John Worobey,
decrease exposure? Do you put up flags Physician (PCP). In addition, why don't left, and MTC President Ken DelaCruz
or barriers to keep people off the con- you take an online Health Risk Assess- were among several union and com-
taminated area after these chemicals are ment/Questionnaire (HRA/ HRQ) and pany representatives who partici-
applied? Do you use the correct amount? bring the printout with you to the visit? pated in the Workers’ Memorial Day
One study revealed that homeowners ceremony in Groton’s Washington
commonly use up to 10 times more pesti- HealthNet/Compass Insurance Park. The annual April 28th ceremony
cide per acre than farmers. Another uni- Below are the steps to the Health Net marks the anniversary of the collapse
versity study found that most homeown- HRQ: of L’Ambiance Plaza in Bridgeport,
ers have no idea how much nitrogen they which killed 28 construction workers.
use when fertilizing, and that they apply HealthNet members should:
chemicals in ways that damage water
supplies. How many of you are on well 1. Go to: www.healthnet.com/eb
water? If you use these chemicals, the
chances are you’re drinking them. 2. Click on “Complete a Health Risk
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EB Business Ethics and Conduct

Self Assesment

In the last several months have I … Accepted an inappropriate gift or Hopefully, you were able to answer
gratuity? NO to all questions.
Conducted personal business on
company time? Failed to follow through on some- If not, think about your behavior and
thing I said I would do? correcting your mistake.
Taken company resources for per-
sonal purposes? Withheld information needed by Remember, ethical decisions are
others? made by individuals not corpora-
Called in sick when I wasn’t? tions.
Knowingly delivered a poor quality
Used a derogatory term when refer- or defective product or service? So when in doubt, always ask.
ring to another person?
“Fudged” on a time sheet, billing EB Ethics Director Frank Capizzano
Told or passed along an inappropri- sheet, estimate or report? (860-433-1278) is available to assist
ate joke? anyone regarding questions or issues
Taken or accepted credit for some- that may relate to ethical decision
“Bad mouthed” the company or a thing that someone else did? making. The GD Ethics Hotline is
fellow employee? available 24/7 and may be reached at
Failed to admit or correct a mistake 800-433-8442 or 770-613-6315 for
“Snooped” into another employee’s that I made? international callers.
conversations or private affairs?
Knowingly let someone mess up and
Knowingly ignored or violated a get into trouble?
company rule or procedure?

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Service Awards

45 30 25 20years years years years

321 Edward R. Honnen 100 Jerome S. Ruhe 229 Richard M. Lucci 243 Scott A. Williams 459 Christopher R.
330 Sandra L. Conwell 242 Richard A. Baruffa 229 Robert A. Taylor 244 Robert L. Haggerty
419 Calvin F. Baker 251 Bernard A. Garnier 251 Wayne L. Bliven
441 David R. Champlin 251 Roger G. Lamothe 251 Vasco Castro III Beaumont Jr. 459 Dean J. Pica
452 Robert W. Elwood 252 Andre A. Audette 252 Timothy C. 275 Jason T. Edwards 463 Robert F. Hubbard
686 William H. 252 Robert F. Burns 275 Mark E. Rapp 464 Robert L. Labrie Jr.
252 Joseph P. Guerra Chiaradio 341 Michael F. Ragalye 464 James F. McCabe
Kowenhoven 252 George W. Leach Jr. 321 Paul A. Durand 403 Paul J. Stiephaudt 464 Stanley Niezrecki
252 Charles K. Miner Jr. 403 Alfred J. 412 Catherine A. Smith 492 Bart R. Purcell
40 years 252 Frederick M. 412 Douglas D. 604 Victor Niezrecki
Deschenes Jr. 705 Donald W. Fritz Jr.
272 Donald J. Harrison Pierce Jr. 412 Gary R. Blessing Studwell 706 Nina C. Guinn
443 Constantine G. 271 Herman R. Belli 413 Gary W. Lightner 425 David S. King 740 Karen E. LaTerra
321 Alan G. Middleton 419 David K. Morrell 427 Jeffrey B. Jakuba 741 Robert A.
Proestakis 355 Gregory A. Evans 436 Raymond J. Filosa 431 Glen E. Colechia
472 John F. Ferreira 355 Jodi E. Jadczak 438 Paul T. Dagle 435 David R. Caputo Colangelo
472 Alan R. Ruditzky 355 Steven A. Majeika 448 Matthew N. 435 Michael J. Murphy 742 Larry H. Hutchens
435 William L. Giustini 411 Richard J. Damm 436 Julie M. Cruz 744 Edward B. Cronin III
445 Barry V. Rumery 438 Ronald D. Piccoli Cormier 438 Charles F. Chase 915 Robert T. Bushell
463 John A. Rodolico 447 William J. Edwards 456 William E. Mahn 449 Carl K. 915 Scott R. Hill
615 William J. Newton 452 Ronald D. James 456 John W. 957 Daniel Dion
452 John A. Lins-Morstadt 962 Chester R. Tobojka
Waddington 453 Paul N. Demers
Worobey Jr. 456 Randy A. Wood 456 Malcolm A.
454 Thomas G. Marino 459 Michael S. Enos
459 Samuel T. Alice 459 Patrick J. Gill Liebermann Jr.
492 Leland W. Boltz 459 Albert J. Laflamme
614 Michelle J. 462 Victor T. Pleskun
472 Richard A. Bazinet
Crandall 496 Susan P. Mack
621 Catherine E. Griffin 507 Thomas J.
686 Linwood J. Safford
792 Dominick Nasatka
545 Michael J. Gilman
Damiano Jr. 707 David R.
854 Peter M.
Dekeulenaere
Korenkiewicz 737 Michael T. Turnbull
901 Thomas W. Chiarini 853 Joseph T. Scaplen
915 Robert E. Cadieux 860 Robert D. Kosinski
915 William L. Menihan 901 Frank D. Voccio
950 James L. Cheever 902 Antonio S.

Simeone Jr.
915 Daniel K. Parker
951 Robert A. Lingard

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