Oct. 23, 2023 Hawaii Airmen enhance warfighting capabilities through technology ROYAL AIR FORCE BASE TINDAL, Australia -- As part of the largest Talisman Sabre 23 (TS23) exercise to date, held in July and August, Total Force Airmen took part in an experimental Wearables Pilot Program, providing warfighters with a means to increase their battlefield effectiveness through
Oct. 20, 2023 Fire Prevention Week 2023 U.S. Airmen, JASDF and Misawa City Fire Department partnered up during Fire Prevention week at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 8-12, 2023. The annual Fire Prevention Week provided the community with the opportunity to see a fire station and interact with firefighters and their equipment, learning the
Oct. 19, 2023 Personal Transportation Device safety Over the past two years Personal Transportation Devices have become extremely popular at Hill AFB. Some examples of PTDs are electric scooters and bikes and skateboards.Electric scooters and bikes can be rented on the installation and many of our Airmen are operating their own PTDs traveling to and
Oct. 19, 2023 Department of the Air Force sweeps DoD SOHMS Achievement Awards On Sept. 18, 2023, at the Voluntary Protection Programs Participants Association Safety+ Conference, the 8th Annual Department of Defense Safety and Occupational Health Management System (SOHMS) Awards, presented the 97th Maintenance Group at Altus Air Force Base, as the winner of the organization
Oct. 18, 2023 Motorcycle Deaths are on the Rise, but why? Calling all Airmen, Guardians, supervisors, and family members to call a “knock it off” for motorcycle riders. This is not to keep them from riding, but to urge them to wear their riding gear every time they ride, keep to the speed limit, and avoid drinking and riding.
Oct. 16, 2023 Fire Prevention Week: Cooking Safety Starts with You The Aviano Fire Department hosted various events throughout fire prevention week to increase awareness about fire safety.
Oct. 13, 2023 Eye Safety During an Annular Eclipse The Sun is never completely blocked by the Moon during an annular solar eclipse. Therefore, during an annular eclipse, it is never safe to look directly at the Sun without specialized eye protection designed for solar viewing.
Oct. 13, 2023 Prepare for National Greasy Foods Day – with SAFETY Recently, two Airmen from Team Hill were injured by hot oil and grease while cooking, according to Hill Air Force Base safety officials. One injury resulted in 2nd degree (partial-thickness) burns, and another caused 3rd degree (full-thickness) burns. Oil burns are one of the most painful types of
Oct. 10, 2023 OSI takes aim at laser pointers, aircraft safety As the Office of Special Investigations safeguards the Department of the Air Force, they are confronting a surge in incidents involving laser pointers, which pose significant threats to Air Force aircraft, especially at night.
Oct. 6, 2023 Y.E.T.I. prepares Airmen and families to thrive in winter season The 319th Reconnaissance Wing Safety Office held its 8th annual Year End Training Initiative, known as the Y.E.T.I., to prepare newly arrived Airmen and families for the unique struggles of northern tier winters Oct. 6, 2023, here.