Introduction to The Guide to Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL)

Welcome to Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL). BNL encompasses 5,265 acres and is also known as “The Lab”.  BNL is managed by Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA), and is under contract to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).  BNL is part of a national laboratory system dedicated to the international advancement of science. Our mission is to support DOE research and technology development through our leading edge user facilities and to educate future scientists and engineers.

Our primary objective is to achieve a deeper understanding of the laws of nature, through Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Medicine, Atmospheric Science, Oceanography and Energy Technology.  BNL welcomes University, Industrial and Government Scientists from all Nations. BNL has an international reputation for world changing discoveries and is the recipient of 6 Nobel prizes.

This guide is equipped with some vital information about working at Brookhaven National Laboratory and living on the Laboratory site and on Long Island.  BNL is situated in Brookhaven Town, Suffolk County, Long Island, New York approximately 65 miles from New York City. 

A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | L | M | N | O | P | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z

A

Airports
Amusement Parks
Apartment Residents, Emergencies
Assoc.of Students & Postdocs (ASAP)
Auto Teller Machine (ATM)

B

Badging Office
Banking
Beaches and Parks
Beach Permit for on-site residents
BERA Bus Trips
BERA Calendar of Events
BERA Clubs
BERA Store
BNL Policies
Brookhaven Bulletin
Brookhaven Café
Brookhaven Center Club
Buses

C

Cafeteria (Berkner Hall)
Car Rentals
Cashier
Children & Families
Child Development Center (CDC) at BNL
Computer Use, Personal
Credit Union (Teachers Federal)

D

Day Trips
Dept. of Motor Vehicles (NYSDMV)
Driving Guidelines for Foreign Nationals
Drug Stores

E

Electronic Mail/Internet Access
Emergency & Safety Procedures
Emergency Telephone Numbers
Environmental Management System (EMS)
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

F

Farm Stands
Fast Food
Ferry Schedules
Food Services On-site

G

General Services On-site
Guests & Visitors ID Requirements
Gymnasium

H
 

Home, Buying or Renting
Hospitality/Playgroup
Hospitals
Hotels & Motels
Housing On-site
  Beach Permit
  Computer Use, Personal
  Laundry Service
  Library Card
Housing Off-site

I

ID Requirements

L

Laundry Service
Libraries
Libraries at BNL
Library Card for on-site residents
Limousine Service
Lost & Found

M

Map of Long Island
Maps of BNL
Medical Emergencies, Reporting
Movie Theatres
Museums


N

Notary Public
NYS Dept. Motor Vehicles (NYSDMV)

O

Occupational Medical Clinic (OMC)
On-site Housing
  Beach Permit
  Computer Use, Personal
  Laundry Service
  Library Card
On-site Services
Off-site Housing
Operator-Assisted Calls

P

Parcourse Fitness Circuit
Passport Office
Playgroup
Policies & Procedures
Post Office, U.S.

R

Realtors
Recreation Hall
Recreation Off-site
Recreation On-site
Recreation Park & Gazebo
Religious Services
Reporting Dangerous Conditions
Reporting Medical Emergencies
Restaurants
Restaurants & Food Off-site

S

Schools
Shopping
Shopping Malls
Shuttle, On-site Courtesy
Shuttle, Wed & Sat Shopping
Shuttle, SBU/BNL
Shuttle, Ronkonkoma Train Station
Site Sirens
Social Security card, Obtaining
Sports Facilities
Store, BERA
Summer Recreation Program
Summer Sunday Tours
Supermarket/Grocery Stores
Swimming Pool

T

Taxi Services
Teachers Federal Credit Union(TFCU)
Telephone Services
  Emergency Telephone Numbers
  Off-site telephone calls
  On-site telephone calls
  Telephone Numbers
Tennis Courts
Traffic Policies On-site
Trains
Transportation Office
Transportation/Travel
Travel Office

U

Upton Industries Service Station
U.S. Post Office

V

Variety Stores
Vending Machines
Video Rental Stores
Visitor ID Requirements

W

Weight Room
Wineries of LI

Laboratory Speed Limits & Other Posted areas
MPH Location
30 Maximum speed on-site except where otherwise posted
35 North & South Gates - Outbound
20 Warehouse & Apartment Areas
30
25
20
10
Main Gate - Outbound
25
20
10
North Gate - Inbound

General Services On-Site

 

BANKING:

Automatic Teller Machines (ATM) locations:

(1) Berkner Hall, Building 488, Brookhaven Avenue
(2) Building 400, Research Support Building, Brookhaven Avenue

Two locations are for use by everyone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  The ATM accepts credit and debit/ATM cards that are in the following networks: CIRRUS, HONOR, NYCE, and PLUS. The amount that you can withdraw using the ATM depends upon your bank's limit.  If you have any questions about the on-site ATM, then contact the on-site branch of Teachers Federal Credit Union at ext. 2790, Monday through Friday.

Teachers Federal Credit Union (TFCU)

Building 400, Research Support Building, Brookhaven Avenue – Ext. 2790
  • Hours of Operation:
    Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday: 9:00am to 4:30pm
    Thursday: 9:00am to 5:00pm
    Friday: 8:30am to 4:30pm
  • Teachers Federal Credit Union (TFCU) is a full-service financial institution.
  • You may cash paychecks at Teacher's with a BNL ID card.
  • TFCU members may cash Travelers checks, in whole dollar amounts only (ie. $20, $50, & $100).
  • Travelers checks in foreign currencies cannot be cashed on-site. You may do so at a commercial bank or at the airport.
  • TFCU offers free checking, share savings, and money market accounts, as well as travelers’ checks, VISA credit cards, loans, mortgages, and share certificates of deposit. Laboratory employees, facility-users, and guests with BNL identification cards can cash BNL payroll checks at TFCU. The credit union, however, cannot cash personal or traveler’s checks unless you are a TFCU member.
  • All BNL and BSA checks can be cashed at Teachers Federal Credit Union with proper identification regardless if you have an account.
  • For more information on becoming a credit union member, contact the Upton Branch at ext. 2790, Monday through Friday.

Cashier

Building 400, Research Support Building, Brookhaven Avenue – Ext. 2474
  • Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday, 9:30am to 11:30am - Closed all other times.
  • Will cash BSA checks and reimburse petty cash.

Badging Office

Building 400A, Research Support Building, Brookhaven Avenue - Ext. 2596, 4656, 2160, 5149
Hours: Monday thru Thursday: 8:30am to 4:00pm and Friday: 8:30am to 1:00pm


BERA Store

Berkner Hall, Building 488, Brookhaven Avenue – Ext. 3347
  • Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday, 9:00am to 3:00pm.
  • Items available include: phone cards, health & beauty aids, all occasion cards, discount coupons from local merchants and various Theme/Amusement Parks.
  • Gifts and souvenirs with the BNL/BSA Logo.
  • Tickets for all BERA sponsored trips and events.
  • One-day guest passes for the Weight Room.
  • Phone cards.
  • Discount movie tickets in participating theatres: Regal, United Artists, and Loews.

Brookhaven Bulletin

Every Friday, the Community, Education, Government & Public Affairs Office publishes a newspaper known as The Bulletin. The Bulletin includes articles about research and events taking place at the Lab, as well as classified ads, announcements of clubs, lectures, activities, and events. The Bulletin is delivered to employees on Friday. You can pick up a copy at the Laundry Room, Dormitory Lobbies, and the Guest House, after 10:30am on Friday. The Bulletin is also available on the web in PDF format at http://www.bnl.gov/bnlweb/pubaf/bulletin.html.

BNL offers a variety of lectures and seminars. They are listed on the BNL Homepage Calendar of Events.  For additional listings and to submit an event go to:  http://www.bnl.gov/bnlweb/pubaf/calendar.asp.

FOOD SERVICES ON-SITE

Brookhaven Café

Building 400, Research Support Building, Brookhaven Avenue

Now proudly serving Starbucks coffee and specialty drinks. Open Monday - Friday.

Brookhaven Center Club

Presented by Nayyarson, Building 30, Upton Road – Ext. 2204

The Brookhaven Center is located in Bldg. 30, across from Police Headquarters. The Center restaurant is an informal and comfortable setting for dinner and cocktails. The menu includes fish, steaks, burgers, chicken, salads, soups, appetizers, sandwiches, and there are always vegetarian options. There is a selection of fifteen tap or bottled beers, wine and mixed drinks. Eat-in and take-out services are available. For more information call 344-2204.

  • Hours of Operation: Monday - Thursday 5:00pm to 10:00pm
                               Friday 4:30pm to 10:00pm
  • Limited Menu 8:00pm to 9:00pm.
  • Closed Saturday, Sunday & the evening before and all BNL holidays.
  • MasterCard, Visa, and American Express accepted.

Cafeteria

Presented by Nayyarson
Berkner Hall, Building 488, Brookhaven Avenue – Ext. 3541

Serving breakfast, lunch, and snacks on weekdays. Prices are reasonable, and there are numerous choices, including beverages, pizza, grill, salad bar, entrees, and sandwiches made to order. View the online menu:  http://www.brookhavenculinary.com

 

  • Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday (excluding holidays) 7:30am to 2:30pm
  • Saturday, Sunday and Holidays: 7:30am to 2:00pm
  • Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Day
  • Daily lunch specials
  • All credit cards are accepted

Vending Machines

Vending food hotline: Ext. 4636, press 1, press 4, press 3

  • The Snack Stop, located in Buildings 400 and 179, is open 24/7 with vending machines that have sandwiches, snacks, hot and cold beverages, as well as seating.
  • Ice machines are located in each dormitory and the Lobby of the Guest House.
  • For cold food, snack, beverages and ice cream vending locations, Vending locations 2008 (pdf)

Electronic Mail/Internet Access Kiosks

BNL has KIOSK computers in dormitory lobbies, the Guest House, Brookhaven Center and Berkner Hall/Cafeteria. All PCs connected to the BNL network have internet access. If you have an email account, you may access your email by entering your name and password through Outlook Web Access (OWA). For more information regarding creating an account contact the Information Technology Division (ITD) at Ext. 5522. E-mail and Internet access are useful for work and can also be used to a limited extent for personal business.

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

Recreation Building, #317, Yule Lane - Ext. 4894
  • ESOL is a laboratory program in association with the Literacy Volunteers of America of Suffolk County, that supports visitors, spouses, partners, students and staff members who would like to improve their English skills with a variety of cross-cultural educational programs.
  • The program also offers free English language classes for those who work at BNL, their spouses and children (ages 14 and over). Classes are held on the second floor of the Recreation Building. Classes are scheduled at various times during weekdays depending on one's English speaking ability.
  • For more information and class schedules go to: http://www.bnl.gov/esol
  • For more information or to join classes, please send an email to esol@bnl.gov.
  • If you need a letter written or translated from a non-English language, or assistance with a technical paper, please call ext. 4894.

Hospitality Committee

Recreation Building, #317, Yule Lane - Ext. 2873

The BNL Hospitality Committee welcomes new BNLers and their families. The committee provides friendship, fellowship and information about life at the Lab and its surroundings. The Committee members speak many different languages, some of which include Dutch, German, Hindi, Italian, French, Japanese, Mandarin, Taiwanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, and English. Some events sponsored by the Hospitality Committee are:

  • Welcome Coffee - Every Tuesday from 10:00am-12:00pm at the Recreation Building 317. Come meet new people.
  • On-Site Play Group - Every Wednesday from 10am-12pm at the Recreation Building 317. Parents meet while the children play. Drop in anytime. In July and August the group meets at the playground in the apartment area.
  • Special Events - See our calendar for dates and times! http://www.bnl.gov/hospitality/calendar.asp.
  • For more information call ext. 2873 or go to the Hospitality website: http://www.bnl.gov/hospitality/.

Hospitals

Brookhaven Memorial Hospital Medical Center
101 Hospital Road
Patchogue, NY 11772
631-654-7100
Peconic Bay Medical Center
1300 Roanoke Avenue
Riverhead, NY 11901
631-548-6064
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
1000 Montauk Highway
West Islip, NY 11795
631-376-3000
John T. Mather Memorial Hospital
75 North Country Road
Port Jefferson, NY 11777
631-473-1320
St. Charles Hospital and Rehabilitation Center
200 Belle Terre Road
Port Jefferson, NY 11777
631-474-6000
University Hospital & Medical Center  At Stony Brook
Nichols Road
East Setauket, NY 11733
631-689-8333

Libraries at BNL
 

Department Bldg. Telephone
Research Library 477 344-3483
Biology 463 344-3366
CAD 911 344-4853
Chemistry 555 344-4302
NSLS 725 344-5472

Lost & Found

Research Support Building - Bldg 400, Staff Services, Quality of Life/BERA/Recreation Office, ext. 5090 or 8481.

 

Notary Public

What is a Notary Public?
A Notary Public is a public servant appointed by state government to witness the signing of important documents and administer oaths.

How does a Notary identify a signer?

Generally, the Notary will ask to see a current identification document or card with a photograph, physical description and signature. A driver’s license, military ID or passport will usually be acceptable.

Does notarization make a document "true" or "legal"?
No. A notarization typically means the signer acknowledged to the Notary that he or she signed the document or vouched under oath or affirmation that the contents of the document were true.

Below is a list of people that are current Notaries Public:
 

 

 

Name Bldg. Ext.
Barbara Moebes 817 7159
Diane Hatton 817 5073
Cheryl Conrad 475C 2272
Michael Goldman 460 3324
Carmen Alvarado 460 8900
Donna Dowling 400B 2754
Susan Carlsen 197C 7647
Donna Occhiogrosso 197C 2380
Leesa Allen 400B 2700
Carol Rooney 860 6033
Bonnie Sherwood 460 7250
Claudia Hatton 134C 3467
Patti Bender 130 3145
Mary-Faith Healey 355 3179
Ellen Fredrickson 179A 2816
Linda Sallustio 555 4303
Yvette Malavet-Blum 197D 5591

Occupational Medical Clinic (OMC)

Building 490, Bell Avenue – Ext. 3670 or 3671
  • Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm.
  • In the event of an emergency, service is available for transport to local hospitals, dial 2222 or 911 from a laboratory telephone.
  • The Health Promotion program sponsors health education lectures, workshops, weight watchers, screening and health fairs for employees, their families, visitors, and guests. For further information contact ext. 8612, or go to:  http://www.bnl.gov/HR/OCCMED/.
  • Lyme Disease and West Nile Virus are two common health issues on Long Island:

Lyme Disease - This disease is carried by deer ticks. An infected tick can transmit the spirochete to the humans and animals it bites. Be alert for symptoms which may include a red rash (especially surrounding the tick bite), flu-like symptoms, or joint pains in the first month following any deer tick bite. If diagnosed and treated early with antibiotics, Lyme disease is almost always readily cured. Insect repellents with DEET in them can reduce the risk of tick bites. DEET is a chemical and should be used according to manufacturer’s directions.

West Nile Virus - This virus is a rare mosquito-borne infection that can cause fever and headaches and in some cases neurological disorders. Mosquitoes are most active at dawn (just before sun rise) and at dusk (just before sunset). Limiting your time outside during those periods will limit your chances of being bitten by a mosquito. Insect repellents with DEET in them can reduce the risk of mosquito bites. DEET is a chemical and should be used according to manufacturer’s directions.  For more information call Ext. 8370 or go to:  http://www.bnl.gov/esd.

On-site Transportation Shuttles

Shuttle: On-site Courtesy

The on-site Brookhaven Lab Courtesy Van offers FREE on-call, door-to-door service between the hours of 8:30am and 4:15pm, Monday through Friday, excluding Lab holidays.

Requests are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Be prepared to meet the van at the main entrance of your building. In order for us to be able to serve as many customers as possible, please be ready to board the van before making the call for pickup. Pick-ups can be arranged by calling 344-2714 and providing your name, telephone extension, location of pickup, location of drop-off and number of passengers.

Shuttle:  Ronkonkoma Train Station

A Laboratory vehicle operates twice daily Monday through Friday with the exception of holidays and when BNL is officially closed to transport visitors and guests of BNL to and from the Ronkonkoma Train Station and is a FREE service. 

  • Ronkonkoma Train Station - 8:30 a.m. - Vehicle departs from the rear main entrance of Building 400 on Bell Avenue to the Ronkonkoma Train Station. Vehicle will meet passengers on the 7:39 AM train from New York City/Penn Station arriving at Ronkonkoma at 8:59 AM.
  • Passengers arriving on this train must exit to the north side and wait on street level in front of the Long Island Railroad Ticket Office.
  • This vehicle will only wait ten (10) minutes from the time the train arrives for any passengers going to BNL.
  • Ronkonkoma Train Station - 4:00 p.m. - Vehicle departs from the rear main entrance of Building 400 on Bell Avenue to the Ronkonkoma Train Station.
  • Train departs Ronkonkoma at 4:46 PM, arriving in New York City/Penn Station at 6:08 PM.
  • Due to limited seating, reservations are required for this service. Please call ext. 2535; reserve in person at the Transportation Counter located in Building 400A; or email transportation@bnl.gov.
  • The shuttle departs promptly.
  • The Courtesy Service will only accommodate bags/parcels that fit on the passenger's lap or beneath their seat.

Note:  During inclement weather conditions the Ronkonkoma Train Shuttle will operate ONLY when the Laboratory is officially open.  For more information on the operating status of the Laboratory, please call the BNL General Information line at 344-INFO (4636). 

 

Shuttle: Wednesday & Saturday Shopping

The Shopping Shuttle is a FREE courtesy shuttle that makes multiple trips between BNL and the Southport Shopping Center on Montauk Highway, Shirley. The time and place of the first shuttle pick up on Saturdays and Wednesdays are as follows:

Saturday - Hours: 8:30am - 12:00pm (Noon)

8:30 am Fleming House, Bldg. 180
8:35 am Curie House, Bldg. 258
8:45 am Children’s Outdoor Shelter (Lollipop House)
8:50 am Efficiency Apartments 41-42
12:00 pm (Noon) Depart Waldbaum's Supermarket for Final Return to BNL.

Wednesday - Hours 5:00pm – 8:30pm

5:00 pm Fleming House, Building 180
5:05 pm Curie House, Building 258
5:15 pm Children’s Outdoor Shelter (Lollipop House)
5:20 pm Efficiency Apartments 41-42
8:30 pm Depart Waldbaum’s Supermarket for Final Return to BNL.

The Shopping Shuttle does not operate on December 24, 25, 31, January 1 and July 4.

Shuttle:  SBU/BNL

Stony Brook University offers a shuttle bus from the University to BNL for Students and Post-docs. You are required to show your BNL ID badge in order to board the bus.

SBU/BNL Shuttle Route Schedule
Monday - Friday ( Except for Lab holidays )
Pick Up Time Pick Up Location Drop Off Time

Drop Off Location
8:30 AM SBU SAC Loop 9:15 AM BNL Berkner Hall 
9:30 AM BNL Berkner Hall 10:15 AM SBU SAC Loop
12:00 PM SBU SAC Loop 12:45 PM BNL Berkner Hall
1:00 PM BNL Berkner Hall 1:45 PM SBU SAC Loop
4:30 PM SBU SAC Loop 5:15 PM BNL Berkner Hall
5:30 PM BNL Berkner Hall 6:15 PM SBU SAC Loop
Any questions or concerns regarding the van, please contact Darschay Harris Franklin at 631-632-4360 or via email: dharrisfrank@notes.cc.sunysb.edu

Summer Sunday Tours

Held during July and August, these Summer Sunday Tours are free and features the Whiz Bang Science Show, the Camp Upton Historical Collection, an exhibit on the 2003 Nobel Prize in Chemistry awarded for research conducted at Brookhaven Lab, and tours of Brookhaven’s world-class scientific facilities.  No reservations needed. Arrive any time between 10:00am and 3:00pm.  All visitors age 16 and over must bring a photo ID.  Call 631-344-2651 or visit http://www.bnl.gov.  Handicapped accessible. 

Telephone Service Information
 

Operator-Assisted Calls

  • Credit card, third party, collect or person-to-person calls incur an additional charge for operator assistance.
  • Domestic: Dial 9 + 0 + 1 [area code, if applicable] + 7 digit phone number.
  • International: Dial 9 + 01 + the country code + city code + local phone number.
  • Pre-paid phone cards are for sale at the BERA store in Berkner Hall, Building 488. They are available in $5, $10, and $20 denominations.  Pre-paid phone cards are also available in many local stores off-site.

Off-Site telephone calls

  • The area code for Suffolk County is “631”.
  • Local Information: Dial 9 + 555 + 1212.
  • Local Calls off-site:  Dial 9 + 7 digit phone number.
  • Domestic Long Distance: Dial 9 + 1 + area code + 7 digit phone number.
  • International Long Distance: Dial 9 + 011 + country code + local phone number.
  • Pay phones are located in the Brookhaven Center (Bldg. 30) and Berkner Hall (Bldg. 488).

On-Site telephone calls

  • All phone numbers on-site begin with "344."
  • To call on-site telephone numbers, dial the four-digit extension number (example 1111).
  • Brookhaven’s switchboard number is 631-344-8000.  The Laboratory operators are available 8:30am to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday.  If you know the name of the person you want to speak to, but do not know the extension, you can state the name and the automated system will verify and connect you.

Dormitory telephones

  • Provide access to on-site extensions only.
  • Provide access to 800 numbers by dialing 9 + 1 before the number.
  • Can receive off-site calls.
  • Can use phone cards for all off-site calls.

Apartment, Efficiency, and Guest House Telephones

  • Can receive and place local and long distance off-site calls.
  • Can receive and place international calls.
  • Charges for all off-site telephone calls are the responsibility of the individual renting the unit. Telephone charges must be paid at the Housing Office, Building 400A before departure.

BNL Telephone Numbers

  • Emergency - Dial 2222 or 911 from a Laboratory telephone.
  • Emergency from pay phones or cell phones, dial 631-344-2222.
  • BNL Information Hotline - 344-INFO (4636) check for delayed openings due to inclement weather.
  • BNL Operator - 8000
  • Cashier: Building 400 - 344-2474, Monday-Friday, 9:30am to 11:30am (Closed all other times)
  • Medical Assistance - Occupational Medical Clinic (OMC) 
    • During normal working hours - 344-3670
    • Outside normal working hours - 911, 2222
  • Hearing impaired emergency TDD - 344-7032
  • Poison Control – 1-800-222-1222
  • Response of Suffolk County, Inc. - 631-751-7500 (24-hour Crisis Intervention Hotline).
  • Safety Hotline - 344-8800

Upton Industries Service Station

Building 630, Rochester Street – Ext. 4034
  • Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday, 7:45am to 5:45pm.
  • Reservations are required for all car repairs.
  • Most repairs can be completed within one day.
  • Gas prices are comparable to those off-site.
  • New York State Vehicle Inspections.

U.S. Post Office - Passports

Building 179B - Center Street – Ext. 2539
  • Hours of operation: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm.
  • U.S. Mail truck leaves site at 11:55am and 4:45pm.
  • Express Mail pick up is at 11:45am and 3:45pm.
  • This is a full service Post Office. The lobby is accessible 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
  • Post office boxes are available for rent and range from $20-$52 semi-annually. Mail is delivered to Upton post office boxes by 9:30am Monday through Saturday. 
  • You may pay for your purchases at the Upton Post Office by cash, credit and debit cards, or personal and traveler's checks.  Money orders are the exception: they must be paid for with cash, debit cards, or traveler's checks, but cannot be purchased with credit cards or personal checks.
  • Upton is a Passport Acceptance Facility. Passport pictures are also available, call 344-2539 for appointment and further information.
  • The address for in-coming mail from off-site should be:

  • Your Name
    Brookhaven National Laboratory
    c/o Your Host & Department
    Building #
    P.O. Box 5000
    Upton, NY 11973-5000

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Children & Families


Child Development Center (CDC) at BNL

Building 373, Yale Road - Ext. 7416
Hours of Operation:  Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:30pm

Brookhaven’s Child Development Center offers a day care program for children between the ages of six weeks to five years.  Our emphasis is on each individual child’s process of learning. BNL’s Child Development Center (CDC) website: http://www.bnl.gov/HR/CDC/ChildDevCntr.asp

Our Center is managed by Child Care Management, Inc. and is licensed by the New York State Department of Social Services and accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).  NAEYC accreditation identifies the center as accomplishing the highest standards possible for Early Childhood Education and establishes compliance, through professional review, to meet NAEYC’s Highest Quality Early Childhood Criteria.

Children of parents who are employees, guests or contractors are eligible to enroll in our Center.  We are open between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. weekdays throughout the year except for BNL holidays and the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day. 

We would be happy to talk with you about your child care needs.  Contact the Program Director at 631-344-7416 or the Laboratory’s liaison at 631-344-2888. 

Local Schools

The New York State public school system runs from September to June of the next year. Each school has their own admission requirements. To register a student one should bring an official record from the school the student last attended, and medical records showing immunization shots and medical history. Listed below are phone numbers of schools in the surrounding area of Brookhaven National Laboratory.

  • Longwood Schools (located approx. 2-4 miles west of BNL)
    Central Administration – 631-345-2820
    Information Hot Line – 631-345-9295
  • William Floyd Schools (located approx. 5-8 miles south of BNL)
    Attendance and Registration – 631-874-1118
  • Shoreham-Wading River Schools (located approx. 6 miles north of BNL)
    Superintendent Office – 631-821-8104
  • Rocky Point Schools (located approx. 5-8 miles west of BNL)
    Superintendent Office – 631-744-1600
  • Riverhead Schools (located approx. 10 miles east of BNL)
    New Student Registration – 631-369-6800
  • Center Moriches Schools (located approx. 8-10 miles southeast of BNL)
    Central Administration – 631-878-0052
  • Miller Place (located approx. 10 miles west of BNL)
    Central Office - 631-474-2733
  • South Country (located approx. 10 miles southwest of BNL)
    Central Office - 631-730-1510
  • Eastport-South Manor (located approx. 10-12 miles southeast of BNL
    District Office - 631-878-3782

Summer Recreation Program

Recreation Building, Building 317, Ext. 2873

The BERA Summer Recreation Program is available to on-site families, and on a limited basis, to employees living off-site.  Children from ages 5-14 years old may attend. The program offers arts and crafts, sports activities, educational activities in a multi-cultural setting. Red Cross Certified swimming instructors offer once a week swim lessons in five different categories, in addition to daily gym and swim time. The Program schedule is for 8 weeks in July and August from 8:00am to 5:00pm. The instructors are NYS certified teachers. The cost is based upon attendance of one to eight weeks.

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Emergency and Safety Procedures


Emergency Telephone Numbers

  • Emergency - Dial 2222 or 911 from a Laboratory telephone
  • Emergency from pay phones or cell phones, dial 631-344-2222
  • BNL Information Hotline - 344-INFO (4636) check for delayed openings due to inclement weather
  • Poison Control - 1-800-222-1222

Environmental Management System (EMS)


One of Brookhaven National Laboratory’s highest priorities is ensuring that the Laboratory’s environmental performance measures up to its world class status in science. Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA), the contractor operating the Laboratory on behalf of the U.S. Department of Energy, takes environmental stewardship very seriously. As part of their commitment to environmentally responsible operations, they have established an Environmental Management System (EMS).

An EMS ensures that environmental issues are systematically identified, controlled, and monitored. Moreover, an EMS provides mechanisms for responding to changing environmental conditions and requirements, reporting on environmental performance, and reinforcing continual improvement. The Laboratory’s EMS was designed to meet the rigorous requirements of the globally recognized International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 14001 environmental management standard, with additional emphasis on compliance, pollution prevention, and community involvement. This policy is consistent with BNL’s research interests, ethics, and shared values. We commit to continual improvement in environmental, safety, security, and health (ESSH) performance. We will set goals, measure progress, and communicate results. Compliance with this policy is the responsibility of every employee, contractor, and guest. Specifically, we commit to the following:

Employees, Contractors and Guests: We will provide a safe and healthy workplace, striving to prevent injuries and illnesses, promoting healthy lifestyles, and encouraging respect for the environment. We will ensure our employees, contractors, and guests have the awareness, skills, and knowledge to carry out this policy.

Compliance: We will meet all applicable ESSH laws and BNL Standards Based Management System, Integrated Safety Management, and Integrated Safeguards and Security Management requirements.

Integration: We will integrate ESSH principles into our research and operations activities. We will integrate hazard prevention/reduction, pollution prevention/waste minimization, resource conservation, security, and compliance into all of our planning and decision-making. We will adopt cost-effective practices that eliminate, minimize, or mitigate environmental impacts and control safety, security, and health risks and vulnerabilities.

Security: We will work in compliance with DOE’s ISSM Program and systematically integrate safeguards and security into management and work practices at all levels, so that the laboratory missions are accomplished in a safe and secure manner.

Sustainable Development: We will strive to conserve resources and minimize or eliminate adverse ESH effects and risks that may be associated with our research and operations. We will manage our programs in a manner that protects the ecosystem and employee/public health.

Stakeholders: We will work with our stakeholders to help them address their ESSH needs. We will maintain a positive, proactive, and constructive relationship with our neighbors in the community, regulators, DOE, and our other stakeholders. We will openly communicate with stakeholders on our progress and performance.

Community and Government: We will participate in community and government ESSH initiatives. We will define, prioritize, and aggressively prevent, correct, and/or clean up existing environmental, security, and occupational safety and health problems.

As part of your employment and/or assignment, you will receive specific job safety training.  All necessary safety equipment and training should be subsequently made available to you through the department in which you work.  Rules on radiation safety, general safety, fire safety, traffic safety, industrial hygiene and environmental protection must be carefully followed. Do not enter any areas that are posted with any of these warning signs.  Let your supervisor know if you have a safety concern.

Disposal or release of any and all oil, or hazardous materials into trash containers are strictly forbidden.  Contact an ESH&Q representative at: http://www.bnl.gov/esd/ESHQEMS/ for assistance with proper disposal guidelines.

Apartment Residents

Upon sounding of the BNL site sirens, residents of the apartment area shall proceed indoors, close all windows and doors, and await further instructions from the Fire Dept or the Local Emergency Coordinator (LEC).  The front entrance of the housing units displays the building manager and emergency contacts.

Please familiarize yourself with the locations of fire extinguishers and how to use them. In the event of an emergency dial 2222.  Alarm testing is done periodically in the apartments and dormitories.

Reporting Dangerous Conditions or Medical Emergencies

In the event of an emergency such as medical, fire, hazardous chemical spills, or serious injury, dial 2222 or 911 from a Laboratory telephone or pull the nearest fire alarm box.

Do not alter power cords or electrical outlets.  Doing so can produce dangerous results.  If you need to convert a European plug, this should be done via an approved plug adapter. These adapters are an interface that attaches between the European plug and the American socket.  Power converters adjust the voltage. Adapters and converters can be purchased at the BERA Store, the Housing Office, Radio Shack, K-Mart, Home Depot and a variety of other stores.  If you require assistance obtaining an adapter or converter, please contact the Housing Office at Ext. 2541 or 2551.

The Safety Hotline, Ext. 8800, may be called at any time to report unsafe conditions or to ask a question.

Site Sirens

The Laboratory has established a site siren system to provide warnings of a Lab-wide emergency. The site sirens are tested every Monday at 12:00pm (noon). The Lab signals and your actions are as follows (building public address announcements will assist you).

** Continuous sounding of site sirens for five minutes - Proceed immediately to the Building Assembly Area. Await instructions which may include the nature of the emergency, the type, sequence, and routes for evacuation.

** Intermittent sounding of site sirens for five minutes – Evacuate the site immediately.

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Housing On-site

Research Support Building, Bldg 400A,  Brookhaven Avenue, 344-2541 or 2551, FAX 631-344-3098

Hours of Operation:  Monday - Friday:  8:00am to 12:00pm (Midnight)
                            Saturday: closed*
                            Sunday: 4:00pm to 12:00pm (Midnight)
                            Laboratory Holidays: closed*
*After Hours:  When the Housing Office is closed, keys can be picked up or returned to Police Headquarters, Bldg 50.

  • For additional information go to: http://www.bnl.gov/staffservices/OnsiteHousing/default.asp
  • Contact the Housing Office for maintenance and repairs at ext. 2541 or 2551.
  • All occupants are expected to maintain the residence. The units should not be altered or damaged in any way. Upon check-out, the units should be left reasonably clean. Any excessive cleaning or repairs will be at the expense of the occupant. There is NO SMOKING in any of the dormitories.
  • Services include:
    • Televisions equipped with satellite connection in all apartments, Guest House rooms, Guest House lounge and dormitory lounges.
    • KIOSK computers with high speed internet connection are available in all dormitory lounges.
    • Ethernet connections and wireless are available in all dormitory rooms and Cisco Wireless Access Points (WAPs) are available in the dormitory lounges and Guest House.
    • Each dormitory hall has an on-site telephone and a pay phone in the common area.
    • A public phone for each dormitory room. A calling card may be used for all off-site telephone calls.
    • DSL and wireless connections in the apartments and cottages.
    • A DVD loaner program, based on availability.
    • Rollaway beds, high chairs and cribs are available upon request and availability.
    • Housekeeping in all dormitories and the Guest House. 
    • Pets are allowed in all apartments, except connecting efficiencies. Occupants must complete an Approval to Harbor Pet Form, which can be obtained from the Housing Office.
    • See ID Requirements for Guests and Visitors for site access.

Laundry Service

  • Laundry facilities are for on-site residents only!
  • Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, at Building 363 (apartment area), and in the Curie Dormitory (Bldg 258) & Cavendish Dormitory (Bldg 153).
  • Coin-operated washing machines cost $1.50 in quarters, per load.
  • Coin-operated dryers are a quarter (50 cents) per 10 minutes.
  • Soap and soda vending machines available.
  • Coin exchange machine, in Building 363 only.
  • Bathroom and utility sinks available.

Library Card for on-site residents

If you would like to receive a Longwood Library card, please go to the Research Library, Bldg 477 to pick up an application.  You must show your BNL ID badge.

Beach Permit

Proof of Residency letter to use local beaches.  If you live on-site at BNL you will need a letter showing your Proof of Residency in order to receive a car sticker and use any Town of Brookhaven beaches or any County of Suffolk beaches. Please contact the Housing Office for a copy.

On-Site Housing Personal Computer Use

This information applies to the use of Brookhaven’s computers and network and all methods of access in the on-site housing areas. The U.S. Department of Energy and Brookhaven Laboratory provide guests in our housing areas with wired and wireless networking infrastructure to support The Laboratory’s official business. Official business includes all authorized work connected with the, design, construction, and operation of The Laboratory, and its authorized programs in research, development, education, and associated administrative- and support- activities.

Responsibilities of Computer Users:

• Software Protection: All users shall be responsible for complying with copyright, licensing, trademark protection, and fair-use restrictions.
• Virus-protection: All users must use virus protection software. BNL can provide users with Trend Micro’s OfficeScan for those without up-to-date anti-virus software subscriptions.
• Banners: All users must follow the guidelines of the DOE’s Warning Banner issued by the Cyber Security Office:

NOTICE TO USERS

This is a Federal computer system (and/or it is directly connected to a BNL local network system) and is the property of the United States Government. It is for authorized use only. Users (authorized or unauthorized) have no explicit or implicit expectation of privacy.

Any or all uses of this system and all files on this system may be intercepted, monitored, recorded, copied, audited, inspected, and disclosed to authorized site, Department of Energy, and law enforcement personnel, as well as authorized officials of other agencies, both domestic and foreign. By using this system, the user consents to such interception, monitoring, recording, copying, auditing, inspection, and disclosure at the discretion of authorized site or Department of Energy personnel.

Unauthorized or improper use of this system may result in administrative disciplinary action and civil and criminal penalties. By continuing to use this system you indicate your awareness of and consent to these terms and conditions of use. LOG OFF IMMEDIATELY if you do not agree to the conditions stated in this warning.

• All users must report suspicious activity or known security violations to the Cyber Security Incident Response Team, security@bnl.gov or x 8484.
• Wireless Access Points/Routers: Wireless access is provided by BNL. The use of non-BNL wireless routers and/or access points is prohibited.

Reasonable Use of Computers:

Brookhaven allows guests reasonable use of computing resources (for example, hardware, software, networks, and printers) for personal purposes unrelated to their work assignments. Such limited personal use is authorized for non-work-related activities if they satisfy the following criteria:

• Do not interfere with official business needs.
• Do not interfere with job performance, nor delay or compromise Brookhaven's projects.
• Do not cause any significant costs to Brookhaven or the DOE.
• Do not compromise information security in any way.
• Do not involve illegal activities.
• Are not related to business outside The Laboratory, or to any political enterprise.
• Do not involve activities that could potentially embarrass Brookhaven or the DOE.

Personal Use of Computer:

The following examples of the personal use of computers constitute acceptable non-work-related activities that meet the criteria specified above. Should you wish to use the computer for other purposes that you believe are compatible with the criteria, before doing so please check with the Cyber Security Office who would be pleased to advise you.

• Ongoing education, self-training, and professional development.
• Personal correspondence and work on your own resume or those of family members.
• Work for charities and non-political local community groups.
• Good-taste Internet access.
• Various researches, such as reading newspapers and magazine articles, checking airline prices and schedules and purchasing tickets, browsing sales catalogs, comparing prices of automobiles and obtaining road maps, and checking accounts in credit unions and retirement plans.
• Work on personal finances (for example, preparing income taxes).

The following are some examples of inappropriate use of BNL resources and are strictly prohibited, This list should not be considered all-inclusive; please check with the Cyber Security Office about your proposed usage:

• Supporting or accessing sites that promote hate language, harassments, or threats.
• Supporting or accessing sites that ridicule others on the basis of race, creed, religion, sex, disability, nationality, or sexual orientation.
• Creating, downloading, viewing, storing, copying, or transmitting sexually oriented material (e.g., pornography, child pornography)
• Gambling.
• Working for commercial purposes or supporting for-profit organizations or other outside employment or businesses.
• Endorsing any product or service.
• Participating in any partisan political activity.
• Misleading someone into believing you are acting in an official capacity.
• Hosting services (such as creating or storing web sites) for purposes not related to Brookhaven’s work.
• Using peer-to-peer (P2P) file sharing services, such as Napster, Gnutella, KaZaA.
• Using any software that allows your computer to be shared outside the Brookhaven firewall without first obtaining approval via the Cyber Security Management Information System.
• Creating and/or forwarding of chain letters and mass mailings.
• Violating license and other computer-related contract provisions - particularly those that expose The Laboratory to legal costs or damages.
• Using software, such as password-cracking tools, vulnerability scanners, and network sniffers, without the express written consent of the Chief Cyber Security Officer (CCSO).

BNL Cyber Security reserves the right to deny network access to any system
that has been determined to be a liability to BNL.

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Housing Off-Site

Research Support Building, Bldg 400A, Brookhaven Avenue, 344-4489, FAX 631-344-3098

There is an off-site housing coordinator that can assist visitors in locating accommodations in the local area.  Contact the off-site housing coordinator at 344-4489.

Buying or Renting A Home

In addition to the services available through our Offsite Housing Coordinator, the following web sites may also be helpful regarding questions that arise when renting or purchasing a home. The web sites are: www.longisland.about.com and www.apartment.com.  In addition the following realtors, can assist you. 

NOTE: Inclusion in this list does not imply an endorsement by Brookhaven National Laboratory or Brookhaven Science Associates.

Little Bay Realty 6324 Route 25A Wading River, NY 11792 631-929-8400 www.littlebayrealty.com
McCarrick’s Realty Route 25A Rocky Point, NY 11778 631-744-3610 http://michaelmccarrickrealty.com
Prudential Realty Route 25A Miller Place, NY 11764 631-821-2400 www.prudentialelliman.com
Coldwell Banker 760 Main Street Center Moriches, NY 11934 631-874-3800 www.cbshowplace.com
Coldwell Banker,
Ursula Ellerkamp
148 Main Street Westhampton Beach, NY 11978 631-288-0400 www.coldwellbanker.com
Swan Realty 322 S. Country Road E. Patchogue, NY 11772 631-289-5550 www.swanproperties.com
Prudential
Douglas/Elliman R.E.
2222C Route 112 Medford, NY 11763 631-758-2552 www.prudentialelliman.com
REMAX Signature R.E. 1368 Route 25A E. Setauket, NY 11733 631-944-4111
x316
www.signatureonline.net
 
Hough & Guidice Realty,
Anthony Guidice
200 Middle Country Road Middle Island, NY 11953 631-345-5600 http://www.hgsold.com/

Hotels & Motels

While the immediate vicinity around BNL has no large hotels, these establishments are within 45 minutes drive of the Lab.  BNL is located at exit 68 of the Long Island Expressway (LIE); hotel locations are given by exit number. Exit numbers below 68 are west of BNL; exit numbers above 68 are east of BNL. For more off-site housing information and options, see the BNL Staff Services off-site housing page.

NOTE: Inclusion in this list does not imply an endorsement by Brookhaven National Laboratory or Brookhaven Science Associates.


 

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Policies & Procedures


BNL Policies

  • Alcohol consumption (SBMS)
    The consumption or unauthorized possession of alcoholic beverages is prohibited in all areas of the site except for the Brookhaven Center Club and the housing areas. The only exception to this rule is that alcohol may be served at after-hours functions, with prior approval by the Department Chair or Division Manager, the Assistant or Associate Laboratory Director, and a Deputy Laboratory Director. No Employee, Guest or Contractor may drink alcohol during the course of their work day. Consumption of alcohol during BERA-sponsored sporting events is prohibited; however, participants may request permission to serve alcohol after games. Employees who consume alcohol at after-hours events should not return to the work area following the function, nor should they drive if in an impaired condition.

    Requests for exceptions should be documented and submitted for approval using the Request Form for Permission to Serve Alcohol. Upon approving, the Deputy Laboratory Director will forward the approved form to the Recreation Supervisor. The Recreation Supervisor will notify the requestor of the approval and send copies to the Department Chair / Division Manager and the Assistant / Associate Laboratory Director.
    On the form, the requestor specifies the place, date, time and reason for the event, the anticipated number of employees who will attend, and the name of the individual who will assume responsibility as the "host." The host must be a level 2 manager or above, or their designee. The host also signs the Request Form and commits to make every effort to ensure that the quantity of alcohol served is restricted and to prevent individuals from driving, if impaired, or returning to work.

    Celebrations held off-site during lunch or other working hours should be strongly discouraged for reasons both of safety and loss of productivity. Employees who consume alcohol during any off-site luncheon or event shall not return to work the same day. If circumstances make it necessary to schedule off-site events at which alcohol will be served, the event host shall send a memorandum to the Deputy Director for Operations explaining how these concerns have been addressed.
     
  • Illegal Drugs and Controlled Substances
    • Individuals are strictly prohibited from using, possessing, selling, purchasing, distributing, or being under the influence of illegal drugs on the Laboratory site or while performing Laboratory business.
    • Individuals are prohibited from abusing controlled substances, and should consult their physicians for information regarding a prescription drug's potential to impair job performance.
  • Bicycles
    • When riding a bicycle on-site at BNL you must wear a helmet as REQUIRED Laboratory policy.
    • Ride in the same direction as the flow of traffic and single file.
    • Walk your bike when using a crosswalk.
    • Do not wear headphones on both ears while riding.
    • Refrain from riding on sidewalks.
  • Computer Security
    • The U.S. Department of Energy and Brookhaven National Laboratory provide staff with computers, computing systems, and their associated communication systems to support the Laboratory's official business. Official business includes all authorized work connected with the design, construction, and operation of the Laboratory, and its authorized programs in research, development, education, and associated administrative and support activities.
    • Inappropriate use of computers, software and equipment may constitute fraud, waste, and abuse of government property.
    • Failure to comply with Brookhaven's computer policies may result in disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal.
    • Contact ITD, Ext. 5522 or the Cyber Security Office, ext 8484 for more information.
    • Or further information go to: http://www.bnl.gov/cybersecurity/User_Agreement.asp 
  • Equal Opportunity
    • The Diversity Office is located in Bldg. 400B and may be reached on Ext. 3318.
    • The Lab has a long-standing commitment to a policy of equality of opportunity without regard to race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability or veteran status.
  • Firearms
    • No person, except members of law-enforcement agencies, may bring or carry firearms on-site without special authorization.
  • Property
    • All materials and services at the Laboratory, unless properly identified with another organization, are the property of the United States Government. Government tagged property is clearly identified.
    • The theft, misuse, or personal use of Government property is unlawful and is grounds for immediate discharge.
    • No property or material, except for personally owned goods, may be removed from the Laboratory site without an authorized Property Pass or Loan Agreement. 
    • Property passes can be obtained from the Property Management representative of your division.
    • The BNL Safeguards and Security Division reserves the right to inspect and search vehicles entering or leaving the site. 
    • Any stolen items must be reported to the BNL Safeguards and Security Division at ext. 2238.
  • Sexual Harassment
    • Brookhaven is committed to keeping its work environment free of threatening, intimidating, or harassing conduct, including sexual harassment.
    • If you believe you have experienced a possible sexual harassment situation, make it clear to the other party that their behavior is unwelcome, and contact your supervisor if you wish to take the matter further.
    • Professional conduct and ethical behavior are expected and required at all times.
    • Each individual is responsible for being aware of the appropriateness of his or her conduct and for respecting the rights of others.
  • Training and Qualification

  • Upon your employment/assignment, Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) ensures that BNL employees, guests, users, and contractors are trained and qualified to perform their assigned tasks and job functions. The Laboratory has established training requirements in accordance with regulatory requirements for work to be performed, hazards that may be encountered, areas that will be accessed, potential for risk, and general site requirements. BNL has defined minimum training requirements for work to be performed, and monitors the completion of these requirements. In addition to ensuring that personnel receive appropriate training, the Laboratory is committed to ensuring that its workers are qualified to perform their jobs.

    Qualification (competency) is defined in terms of education, experience, training, and any special requirements (e.g., medical exams, external certification) necessary for unescorted, unsupervised performance of assigned responsibilities. For qualification issues concerning varying degrees of literacy and fluency in English, training and qualification requirements may be tailored (verbal exams, use of escorts/interpreters) to address specific issues and qualifications based on the issue, program need, and requirements.

    In addition, job-specific training requirements may be needed to ensure that workers are qualified to perform their tasks unsupervised in a safe and reliable manner. The need for additional training and/or mentoring should be based on the tasks to be performed and the potential impacts that may result from improper task performance. Job-specific training includes training on procedures, on-the-job performance evaluations, equipment training, and indoctrination.

    Your supervisor, in consultation with the Environment, Safety, and Health (ESH) Coordinator and the Training Coordinator, will determine your training and qualification needs.  The Training Coordinator will also assist you in maintaining qualifications.

ID Requirements for Guests and Visitors

Badging Office - Research Support Building, Bldg 400A, Brookhaven Avenue, ext. 5149, 2596, 4656, 2160
Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:30am to 4:00pm and Friday: 8:30am to 1:00pm

  • Most current information on ID Requirements for Guests & Visitors:  www.bnl.gov/visitorinfo/visitor_ID.asp
  • For questions or badging assistance in an emergency, contact the office during workings hours. After hours, contact Police Headquarters at ext. 2238.
  • The Lab site is not open to the general public, except during public events such as concerts, lectures and Summer Sunday tours.
  • Employees are issued photo identification cards and vehicle identification stickers, each of which must be displayed at all times and/or presented upon request by authorized personnel and/or upon entering the Laboratory.
  • You will be given a temporary identification card on your first day at Brookhaven.  If you stay on-site you will need to use your temporary ID card as a means of identification to gain admittance to the site. (Visitors are not issued automobile stickers.)
  • Temporary picture passes for site visitors can now be issued for time periods up to 10 days.
  • Upon termination, employees and non-employees must surrender their ID cards to the Human Resources Division or the management of the host department, division, or group they were reporting to.
  • U.S. citizens must bring a government issued ID card with them that contains a photo such as a passport, a government issued ID card, or a valid driver's license. Please note, some states are now issuing licenses without photographs or licenses marked "cannot be used for identification purposes," which cannot be used. Non-driver photo identification cards, issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles, can be used as proof of identification.
  • Foreign nationals must bring their original passport (with I-94 attached) and applicable visa with any INS documentation supporting the visa status and/or renewals, (e.g., form I-20 for F-1 students or form IAP-66/DS2019 for J-1 visa holders) to Brookhaven upon their initial check-in and each time their visa status changes thereafter. Individuals with employment authorization cards must bring their card with them upon their initial check-in at BNL.
  • Lawful permanent resident of the United States (previously called permanent resident aliens) must bring their Green Card or passport with a valid I-551 stamp AND, in addition, a Government-issued identification document which includes a photograph, such as a passport or driver’s license with them upon their initial check-in at BNL.
  • Visa Waiver Program Participants: Effective October 26, 2004, travelers applying for admission under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) must be in possession of a machine-readable passport (MRP). As an alternative, travelers may obtain a non-immigrant visa in their current (non-machine-readable) passport.
  • Visa advisory: Foreign nationals intending to visit BNL under the visa waiver program or in a business classification should be sure that the INS Officer at the port of entry marks their arrival/departure record (form I-94) with either W/B or B-1 visa for business status. Foreign nationals with the following visa classifications are NOT eligible to hold a BNL appointment: W/T, B2, J-2, and H-4. (Accompanying family members may hold W/T, B2, J2, or H4 visas).
  • Canadian citizens: Citizens of Canada are normally exempt from the usual requirements to enter the United States. However, Brookhaven requires some proof of identification in order to issue an appointment and a BNL ID card. One of the following items is appropriate for identification purposes: passport, visa, green card, working papers, or an E or TN visa. If none of these are applicable, you should bring a birth certificate or certificate of Canadian naturalization.
  • Further Instructions: Instructions on identification requirements for subsequent visits to BNL will be provided upon check-in. This documentation is required for guest registration, the issuance of appointments and any subsequent appointment renewals. A Brookhaven photo ID card cannot be issued without the appropriate identification.
  • View Visitor ID Requirements at Brookhaven

Obtaining a Social Security Card

Foreign nationals need to possess a Social Security card in order to work in the United States. If a Social Security card is needed, individuals may apply at the nearest Social Security Office which is located at 75 Oak Street, Patchogue. Identification such as a passport, visa, employee ID card or other forms of identification will be required at time of application. For more information logon to the Social Security website at www.ssa.gov or call 1-800-772-1213.

If you are planning on becoming a resident of New York State, you will need to obtain a NYS driver license. At time of application you must show your Social Security Card. For information on how to obtain a Social Security Card, log on to the Social Security website at www.ssa.gov or call 1-800-772-1213. For more information regarding obtaining a valid New York State driver license, log on to the Department of Motor Vehicle website at www.nysdmv.com/license.htm

NYS Dept. of Motor Vehicles (NYSDMV)

  • The agency that regulates automobiles and the licensing of drivers is the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) 1-800-342-5368.
  • You must have a valid New York State Driver’s License to operate a vehicle.
  • To learn to drive, you must first obtain a Learner’s Permit and complete a mandatory 5-hour class. DMV recommends 30 hours of practice driving with a licensed driver in the vehicle with you, prior to taking the Road Test.
  • New York State Driver’s Manuals are available at many of the BNL check-in locations, including Housing and the Guest & AGS Users Center, both located in Building 400A.
  • The NYSDMV website provides information on obtaining a driver’s license, NYS driving laws, and required forms. For more information go to:  http://www.nydmv.state.ny.us/
  • The following DMV offices are located near BNL and can be reached at 1-800-DIAL-DMV:
    • 3 Roads Plaza, 1055 Route 112, Port Jefferson
    • 200 Old Country Road, Riverhead
    • 2799 Route 112, Medford

Driving Guidelines for Foreign Nationals

New York State will recognize your foreign driver license if you remain a resident of the nation that issued the license. If you plan on maintaining your foreign drivers license, it is recommended that you get an International Driving Permit. The International Driving Permit verifies, in several languages, that you hold a valid driver license in your home country. A police officer who cannot read the language on your foreign driver license can read the permit. To apply for the International Driving Permit, you should contact the authorities in your home country. If you are planning on becoming a resident of New York State, you will need to obtain a NYS driver license. At time of application you must show your Social Security Card. For information on how to obtain a Social Security Card, log on to the Social Security website at www.ssa.gov or call 1-800-772-1213. For more information regarding obtaining a valid New York State driver license, log on to the Department of Motor Vehicle website at www.nysdmv.com/license.htm
 

Traffic Policies On-site

  • All individuals driving on-site are required to have a valid drivers license.  Vehicles are also required to have a valid state registration, and a valid vehicle inspection.
  • Individuals are responsible for complying with all established traffic rules and regulations. Driving on the BNL site is a privilege, not a right.
  • Use of seat belts is required when operating a vehicle on-site.
  • Personal vehicles must be registered with the Safeguards and Security Division (SSD). You will receive a vehicle sticker that must be attached to the back of the rear view mirror of your vehicle.
  • All individuals driving on-site are responsible for complying with the general traffic rules and regulations, prescribed in the Vehicle and Traffic Law of the State of New York, with the following exceptions:
    • Parking is permitted on-site only on paved or stone covered areas and only where it does not interfere with the flow of traffic or with the movement of emergency vehicles. Parking is specifically prohibited in designated no parking zones, which are identified by yellow markings or signs or on the wrong side of the street, in fire lanes or in front of hydrants, or on the grass, except near the softball fields during athletic events or at Building 30 on special occasions.
       
      Laboratory Speed Limits & Other Posted areas
      MPH Location
      30 Maximum speed on-site except where otherwise posted
      35 North & South Gates - Outbound
      20 Warehouse & Apartment Areas
      30
      25
      20
      10
      Main Gate - Outbound
      25
      20
      10
      North Gate - Inbound
  • The SSD must be notified immediately after any accident involving a vehicle or bicycle on-site or a government vehicle off-site.
  • Right-of-Way must be followed at all times. Fire trucks, police vehicles, ambulances and utility emergency vehicles have the Right-of-Way on-site.  All other vehicles shall move to the side of the road and stop when such emergency vehicles approach. Emergency vehicles shall display flashing red lights and use sirens.
  • Pedestrians and wildlife must be given every consideration when they are crossing the road on-site or off-site. The Lab does have a large population of deer, wild turkey, fox and geese.
  • The SSD monitors the speed of traffic on-site and may issue warnings and tickets to those who exceed the posted speed limits. Driving safely is everyone's responsibility, whether it is on the BNL site, or anywhere else. It is imperative for all employees, visitors, users, and guests to understand the traffic requirements and follow the established traffic safety rules.
  • Visit the BNL Traffic Safety Website for additional information.
  • It is strongly recommended that you contact a local driving school to provide driving lessons for those who have little or no driving experience. Some local driving schools are:
    • All Suffolk Auto School - 631-360-1404
    • E-Z Auto School - 631-475-5054
    • Turning Point Driving School - 631-744-5400
    • Suffolk Auto Driving School - 631-588-7575
    NOTE: Inclusion in this list does not imply an endorsement by Brookhaven National Laboratory or Brookhaven Science Associates.

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Recreation Off-site

Amusement Parks

  • Adventureland, East Farmingdale - 631-694-6868
    • 26 attractions, 15 kiddy rides, video games, restaurant, gift shops and more.
  • Boomers Family Fun Center, Medford - 631-475-1771
    • Cartoon theme park, indoor carousel, restaurant, mini-golf, kiddy rides, batting cages & more.
  • Castle Golf Amusements, Centereach - 631-471-1267
    • Mini golf, go-karts, video and redemption games, birthday parties
    • .
  • Chuck E. Cheese, Patchogue - 631-654-9373
    • Indoor complex with 8 mini-kiddy rides, video games, skee ball, air hockey, restaurant
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  • Dave & Buster's Restaurant, Islandia - 631-582-6615
    • State-of-the-art video games, simulators and the finest collection of Billiards & Shuffleboard tables.
    • A reputation for great food, signature drinks and lively bars.
  • Dave & Buster's Restaurant, Farmingdale - 631-249-0708
    • Amusement complex, bowling lanes, billiards, birthday parties.
    • State-of-the-art video games.
  • Laser Kingdom, Coram - 631-698-0414
    • Laser tag amusement center; games start on the half-hour, teen night on Friday.
  • Long Island Game Farm, Manorville - 631-878-6644
    • Wildlife and Children's Zoo features hundreds of animals, including an 18-foot giraffe, red kangaroos, kinkajous, cougars, Barbados sheep, peacocks, and the only lemurs born and bred on Long Island.
  • Splish Splash, Calverton - 631-727-3600
    • Voted 1 of top 5 water parks. Many attractions, interactive play area, restaurant, gift shop.
    • Discount tickets are available at the BERA Store, Mon-Fri, 9am-3pm

For more information on amusement parks go to:  http://www.longislandtourism.com/kids.htm

Beaches and Parks

Long Island (LI) has many beautiful beaches.  The Atlantic Ocean is to the south and east, and the Long Island Sound separates LI from Connecticut on the north.  The Peconic Bay is situated between the LI twin forks.  To the south, separated by the Great South Bay, there is a barrier beach that stretches thirty-two miles from the Moriches Inlet to Democrat Point protecting Long Island's South Shore.  This barrier beach has been declared the Fire Island National Seashore.  

Fire Island includes summer communities, beautiful beaches, the Fire Island Lighthouse, restaurant/bars, hiking trails, and a sunken forest.  Robert Moses State Park, the Fire Island Lighthouse, Sailors Haven, Watch Hill, the Otis Pike Wilderness area and Smith Point are some of the more popular natural outdoor attractions.  Part of it is located to the east of Smith Point Park (289-4810); Watch Hill can be reached by either the Davis Park or Watch Hill ferry (475-1665). It also includes the William Floyd Estate in Mastic Beach, near Shirley (399-2030).  Access to Fire Island is by ferry, private vessel, and by vehicles over bridges that connect the island to the mainland.

For more information regarding Long Island Beaches and Parks, go to: http://www.lieast.com/beaches.html

Davis Park is the closest beach community to BNL. It is a Brookhaven Town park, located on Fire Island, and can be reached by ferry from Sands Pit, Patchogue. For a ferry schedule, call 475-1665.  Please refer to this link for more ferry information: http://www.bnl.gov/Transportation/OtherTrans.asp

Brookhaven Town Beaches - These include beaches at Shirley and Shoreham. For permit information, call 631-451-6100.

Smith Point County Park - This ocean beach is located across a toll-free bridge, at the southern end of William Floyd Parkway, on Fire Island, approximately 10 miles south of BNL.  There are grills, daytime lifeguards, a playground, bathrooms, showers, and a snack bar.  A Green Key permit is required for all Suffolk County residents. There is a parking fee before 5:00pm.  For further information please call 631-852-1316.

Wildwood State Park - Wildwood is the closest park to BNL, located on Long Island Sound, in Wading River. The park includes a beach, recreation area, picnic area and camping grounds.  There is a parking fee before 5:00pm. For further information call 631-929-4314.

South Haven Park - Is south of BNL and includes hiking trails, fishing, horses for hire on its trails, picnic area, camping grounds, rowboats, and the county's trap and skeet fields. A Green Key permit is required for all Suffolk County residents. Call 631-854-1414 for more information.

BERA Bus Trips

The BERA Board is always looking for trips that would be of interest to BNL employees.  Trips include:  museums, Broadway shows, Botanical Gardens, NASCAR races, Peddler's Village and much, much more. To see what upcoming events are available, please go to:  http://www.bnl.gov/bera/recreation/events.asp or call the Recreation Office at ext. 2873.

Advance reservations are necessary and can be made at the BERA Store (ext 3477) in Berkner, Bldg. 488.  The Store hours are:  Monday-Friday, from 9:00am-3:00pm.

Day Trips

Take advantage of Long Island's many activities. Here are a few:


Atlantis Marine World, Riverhead - 631-208-9200

  • Sand shark lagoon, sea lions, touch tanks, harbor seals, 120,000 gallon shark tank.
  • Purchase discount tickets at the BERA Store (ext 3477) in Berkner, Bldg 488, Monday-Friday, 9:00am to 3:00pm.

Botanical Gardens

  • Bayard Cutting Arboretum, Oakdale - 631-581-1002
    • Contains a wide variety of plant species and various species of trees, including dwarf evergreens, rhododendrons, azaleas, hollies, oaks, wildflowers and daffodils featured in many native woodland locations.
  • Old Westbury Gardens, Old Westbury - 516-333-0048
    • Listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
    • 160 acres of formal gardens, landscaped grounds, woodlands, ponds and lakes.
    • Westbury House is furnished with fine English antiques and decorative art.
  • Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park, Oyster Bay - 516-922-8678
    • A former Gold Coast estate, the arboretum is comprised of over 409 acres of greenhouses, rolling lawns, formal gardens, woodland paths, and outstanding plant collections.
    • Original historic estate buildings remain, including the 65 room Tudor Revival mansion 'Coe Hall', which is open for tours from spring through fall.
  • Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium, Cold Spring Harbor - 516-692-6768
    • Largest living collection of New York State freshwater reptiles, fish and amphibians.
    • For more information go to:  http://www.cshfha.org/

Greenport

  • This small seaside village has become famous for its quaint retail establishments, fine dining, and night life like no other, but what makes Greenport so unique is its rich maritime history, which has been tastefully preserved for more than three centuries.
  • North Ferry to Shelter Island leaves every 15-20 minutes during the day.
  • For more information on ferry schedules: http://www.pagelinx.com/sinferry/

Hamptons

  • Summertime resort for many NYC residents. It has miles of beautiful beaches that span over several quaint villages that include art galleries, night life, antique shops, boutiques, crafts, music, restaurants, mansions, vineyards and family farm stands.
  • For more information go to:  http://www.newsday.com/extras/island/hamptons/

Montauk Point

  • Located on the eastern most tip of Long Island as a picturesque retreat at land's end where the Long Island Sound meets the Atlantic Ocean; where it is known as one of the "Fishing Capitals of the World"; where surfers travel from far and wide to be challenged by the surf at Ditch Plains; where hikers, mountain bicyclists, horseback riders and naturalists enjoy miles of scenic and unspoiled trails; where campers live on the beach at Hither Hills State Park; where golfers and tennis players play at the world renowned Montauk Downs and where windsurfers share beautiful Fort Pond Bay with sunfish, pedal boats and canoes.
  • For more information go to:  http://www.montaukchamber.com/life.ihtml
  • For more Lighthouse information go to: http://www.montauklighthouse.com/home.htm

New York City

  • "The City that never sleeps" is an exciting vibrant city that has many attractions, museums, arts, festivals, theaters, parks, historical landmarks and great sports and entertainment venues.
  • It's "the" place to visit and tour all year long. New York City consists of Manhattan, the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island. Manhattan is an island that is connected by a series of bridges and tunnels. It's divided into some interesting neighborhoods that each have a unique flavor of restaurants, nightclubs and events. For additional information go to:

Port Jefferson

  • Long Island's Historic Seaport is one of the most picturesque of waterside villages to be found.
  • The village maintains its "small town" appeal with shops and restaurants occupying historic buildings, a marina, and the Port Jefferson Ferry to Connecticut.
  • For additional information on ferry schedules: http://www.pagelinx.com/bpjferry/

Shelter Island

  • This picturesque 8,000 acre island nestled between the North and South Forks of LI has beautiful homes, beaches, shops and restaurants.
  • Accessible only by ferry shuttles from either Greenport or North Haven. For more information on ferry schedules go to: http://www.shelter-island.org/
  • The Mashomack Nature Preserve on Shelter Island has hiking trails, a nature center and guidebooks about the ecosystem.

Staller Center at Stony Brook sponsors professional and cultural events. A calendar of events can be obtained by calling 631-632-7235.

Theatres

LI supports many semi-professional theatre groups. Some of the most popular are listed below:

  • Gateway Playhouse, Bellport - 631-286-1133
  • Theatre Three Production, Port Jefferson - 631-928-9202
  • Smithtown Performing Arts, Smithtown - 631-724-3700
  • For a more detailed list, go to: http://www.webscope.com/li/arts.html
  • The Nikon at Jones Beach Concert Theater is located within the Jones Beach State Park in Wantagh, NY. It is currently one of the top ranked amphitheaters in the country and plays host to today's top artists and celebrity attractions as well as festivals and fine arts performances. It comfortably seats 14,000 people. For a schedule of the Nikon at Jones Beach Concert series call 516-221-1000 or go to:  http://www.jonesbeach.com/.

Farm Stands

  • Located within 20-minutes of BNL, heading north on William Floyd Parkway, then east onto Route 25, Route 25A, and Sound Avenue; or south on William Floyd Parkway, then traveling east on Montauk Highway (Route 27A).
  • When in season, you may find fresh produce including strawberries, peaches, raspberries, corn, tomatoes, potatoes, cabbage, broccoli, home-made jam, fresh-baked pies.
  • Seasonal pick your own fruit - apples, strawberries, peaches, pumpkins.
  • Fresh Christmas Tree farm located on Sound Avenue, Baiting Hollow.

Libraries

Local Libraries Address Telephone
If you would like to receive a Longwood Library card, please go to the Research Library, Bldg 477 to pick up an application.  You must show your BNL ID badge.
Baiting Hollow Free Library 4 Warner Drive
Calverton, NY 11933
631-727-8765
Brookhaven Free Library 273 Beaver Dam Road
Brookhaven, NY 11719
631-286-1923
Longwood Public Library
 
800 Middle Country Road
Middle Island, NY 11953
631-924-6400
Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Library 407 William Floyd Parkway
Shirley, NY 11967
631-399-1511
North Shore Public Library
 
250 Route 25A
Shoreham, NY 11786
631-929-4488
Riverhead Free Library 330 Court Street
Riverhead, NY 11901
631-727-3228
SUNY Health Science Center Library HSC Level 3 Room 136
8034 Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY 11794-8034
631-444-2512

Movie Theaters

Theatre Town Telephone
*Regal Cinema Ronkonkoma 631-580-9707
*UA Southampton 4 Southampton 631-287-6235
*UA Hampton Bays 5 Hampton Bays 631-728-8535
*Loews Stony Brook Stony Brook 631-941-0156
*Commack Multi-Plex Commack 631-462-6953
Movieland Cinema Mastic 631-281-8586
Port Jefferson Cinemas Port Jefferson 631-928-3456
*Island 16: Cinema de Lux Holtsville 631-758-4300
*Discount tickets are available at the BERA Store for these theaters. 
For more information go to: http://www.hollywood.com/  or http://www.nationalamusements.com/groups.asp

Museums

Cradle of Aviation, Garden City - 516-572-4111 or go to: http://www.cradleofaviation.org/

  • The Cradle of Aviation Museum heightens the public's awareness, understanding, and appreciation of Long Island's role in the history and development of military aircraft.
  • During World War II LI was a crucial center of military aircraft production.  These aircrafts were produced in huge numbers for the Army, Navy and foreign governments.
  • IMAX Theatre
  • Red Planet Café

LI Children's Museum, Garden City - 516-222-0218 (next to Cradle of Aviation)

  • Hands-on museum for children and adults.

Parrish Art Museum, Southampton - 631-283-2118

Stony Brook Museum, Stony Brook - 631-751-0066

  • Features art, carriage and artifacts of American history.
  • Over 40,000 items dating from the late 1700s to the present.

Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium, Centerport - 631-854-5555

Walt Whitman Birthplace State Historic Site, West Hills, So. Huntington - 631-427-5240

Sagamore Hill National Historic Site, Oyster Bay - 516-922-4447

Religious Services

Listed below are several churches and synagogues in the surrounding communities of BNL.  For additional houses of worship, go to the telephone yellow pages under "Churches" and "Synagogues". 

Need directions?  Go to:  www.mapquest.com

Name of Church/Synagogue Town Telephone
Baiting Hollow-Calverton Congregational Church Baiting Hollow 631-727-6141
Bellport Kingdom Hall Bellport 631-286-7450
Church of Christ Riverhead 631-727-1778
First Baptist Church of Patchogue Patchogue 631-289-0230
First Baptist Church of Riverhead Riverhead 631-727-3446
First Congregational Church of Riverhead Riverhead 631-727-2621
Full Gospel Christian Center East Riverhead