Safe at Work and Safe to Work

Step into the history of the Savannah River Site’s Medical Department, established in the 1950s to ensure the health and safety of thousands of workers. From its humble beginnings in a displaced town’s schoolhouse, the department rapidly expanded, treating routine exams and emergencies alike—including complex contamination cases requiring decontamination suites. Discover how this essential team evolved over decades, growing from a small staff to today’s diverse medical experts, all dedicated to safeguarding the health of SRS employees and upholding a culture of safety on-site.