One of the perks of working at Berkeley Lab is the natural environment that surrounds us, but this beautiful location also puts people precariously close to the Hill’s wildlife. It is up to employees to help make sure a safe distance between humans and animals is maintained. It has come to the attention of the Environment Health and Safety Division that some staff are feeding local deer, turkeys, and feral cats. Attracting these animals — which are prey for area mountain lions — brings them closer to Lab buildings and their occupants. Employees are asked not to feed these animals and to place food waste in receptacles with secured lids. For more information, contact Brian Asuelo (x7791) or Karen Leffingwell (x6234).