May 1, 2015 Critical Days of Summer fast approaching, watch for children on bicycles Spring is here and with it comes the desire to spend many hours outside enjoying the weather. As activities around base kick-off for summer fun, it is important parents and children on base know the rules for bicycle and pedestrian safety."Our role is to educate and make sure the word gets out for
May 1, 2015 Spring into motorcycle safety awareness As the weather warms up people may be motivated to start riding motorcycles, as the desired climate for outdoor activities has arrived.The minimalism of riding a motorcycle can be a fun, efficient method of transportation, but also makes riders more vulnerable to hazards compared to traveling by
May 1, 2015 Motorcycle Safety Month: The Invisible Motorcycle May is Motorcycle Safety Month, a time to focus accident prevention efforts on motorcycles at the national, state and local level.Motorcycle safety seems to be a never-ending topic. Approximately 10 percent of Airmen ride, so you may ask, "Why do we spend so much time focusing on it?Perhaps it is
May 1, 2015 Letter to Airmen - Accomplishing the Mission Safely and Responsibly In my last letter to you, I asked you to call "time out" and re-evaluate how we can safely accomplish our local and global mission. Since then, our wings have held safety down days and the feedback I have received from your leadership has been very positive.We are off to a good start, now I
May 1, 2015 Motorcycle safety course provides valuable insight to riders An Advanced Riders Course for motorcycle riders is being offered June 1 and 26, July 10, 17, and 31 at the Red Rocks Community College in Lakewood, Co.The course should be completed within 60 days of the initial motorcycle safety training; however, it must be completed within one year of initial
May 1, 2015 Team Shaw holds a Rider Coach Preparation Workshop The 20th Fighter Wing Safety office hosted a Rider Coach Preparation Workshop here April 19 - 25.The course taught Airmen and Soldiers how to lead the Motorcycle Safety Foundation Basic Riders Courses One and Two."Upon completion, these certified instructors will volunteer time on the weekends to
April 28, 2015 Air Force Ground Safety focuses on fall protection Air Force Ground Safety will sponsor Fall Protection Focus weeks May 4-15 to draw attention to fall prevention and reduce fall-related mishaps.For the second year, fall protection focus is scheduled in partnership with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration and National Institute for
March 27, 2015 Safety office spots way to improve road safety Team Mildenhall leadership are asking its members to step up and step in if they see someone driving unsafely on or off base. If they see someone potentially putting people at risk, they should report it.The 100th Air Refueling Wing Safety Office runs a program where people can get involved if they
March 12, 2015 New safety campaign engages Airmen 30th Space Wing safety professionals are currently aiming to bring specialized guidance into units throughout base.Under the Air Force's new Quest for Zero safety campaign, the safety office hopes to highlight one unit each month with the desire that Airmen will better recognize hazards they face at
March 12, 2015 Safety Week: helping improve Team Yokota's safety The 374th Airlift Wing Safety Office held a safety week from March 2 to 6. The safety week was designed to provide Yokota residents with various events such as motorcycle/vehicle safety training, child safety training, safety at home/work training and a safety festival to improve personal and