Sept. 3, 2021 Keep safety in mind over Labor Day weekend WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- This weekend, military and civilian members of our Air Force family will be spending some well-deserved time away from their duty sections. As we enjoy Labor Day festivities, let’s remember to look out for one another and keep the major safety themes we have
Sept. 2, 2021 Keep safety in mind as summer ends The long Labor Day weekend marks the traditional end of summer and offers many service members, civilians and their families the final opportunity to take to the highways and byways for a summertime adventure. Emphasis on managing risk is key, not only for a holiday weekend that historically
Sept. 2, 2021 Home fire safety should factor in people with disabilities People with disabilities must deal with the unique challenges that fires present. With the disadvantages this group of people may have in escaping a fire, they could also have obstacles in their residence that would hamper their safe exodus.
Sept. 1, 2021 End of Summer Bash … or Crash? The Labor Day holiday marks the last three-day weekend of the summer and the beginning of the school year for many. As such, people often use it as their final summer bash or excursion. Unfortunately, it’s also statistically one of the top three holiday weekends for fatal vehicle crashes.
Aug. 31, 2021 Keeping Moody safe one critter at a time MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga --To prevent mishaps on the airfield and possible damage to aircraft caused by birds and other animals, Lauren Smith and her dog, Teal, monitor and control the wildlife and habitats in and around Moody Air Force Base’s airfield. As a part of the U.S. Department of
Aug. 30, 2021 Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over; avoiding DUIs saves lives According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, every day roughly 28 people die in accidents involving drivers who were under the influence or while intoxicated. That statistic equates to about one loss of life every 52 minutes.
Aug. 30, 2021 Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. visits with Air Force Safety Center The U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. visited with key Air Force Safety Center staff before a change of command ceremony, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, Aug. 13, 2021.
Aug. 27, 2021 The right equipment, techniques make for safe bike ride WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – Traffic safety is of critical importance throughout the year as it represents a tremendous risk to Air Force personnel. It’s essential for bicycle riders and those they share the road with to exercise patience and apply heightened situational awareness at all
Aug. 26, 2021 Tick Talk Youngstown Air Reserve Station, Ohio, is in an area with a high population of ticks, known carriers of various diseases. Knowing what to look for and how to prevent bites can help Airmen protect themselves and their families.
Aug. 26, 2021 CSAF visits Kirtland AFB Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., along with his wife, Sharene, visited Kirtland Air Force Base, Aug. 12-13.