Operating Status
This is where you will find all the information you need regarding the operating status of the Federal government including specifics for employees in the metro DC area.  

USDA Office of Operations
The Office of Operations provides facilities management services for the agencies and staff offices occupying USDA's Headquarters Complex, the George Washington Carver Center, and USDA leased facilities in the Washington Metropolitan Area.

USDA Headquarters Lunch Menus and Hours of Operation
Cafeteria menus for the South Building, Whitten Building Basement, and Whitten Executive Dining Room. 

FSIS Form Information
FSIS Form Information and other relevant information.

Shuttle Bus Schedules from South Building
Access to GWCC shuttle service from the South Building. 

Shuttle Bus Schedules from Maryland Complexes
Access to GWCC shuttle service from Maryland Complexes only.

Printing Services
NFC report printing and print on demand.

Badge & Photo Operations
The Protective Operations Division provides a variety of services including the issuance of employee photo identifications.

Employee Assistance Program

For 24/7 EAP & Work/Life Assistance, please call 800-222-0364 (TTY 888-262-7848)
www.FOH4you.com
www.worklife4you.com (new user registration code: FSIS)

Employee Services & Recreation Association (ESRA)

ESRA provides services in the USDA Headquarters South Building Ag-Promenade, located in the sub-basement. These services include the ESRA Gift Shop, the ESRA Fitness Center, the Pit Stop Barber Shop, and several restaurants including The Green Olive, Kadai Indian Restaurant and Claudia’s Cafe. ESRA also operates a Fitness Center at the USDA complex in Riverdale, MD. In addition, ESRA puts on events throughout the year for employees such as vendor fairs, shopping bazaars, financial workshops and retirement seminars.