May 2, 2025 DAF Announces Top Performing Safety Leaders and Teams for 2024 Department of the Air Force Chief of Safety Maj. Gen. Sean Choquette released the recipients for the fiscal year 2024 Secretary of the Air Force and Chief of Staff Safety Awards, as well as the Air and Space Forces Chief of Safety Awards.
May 1, 2025 JBER hosts landing zone safety course to boost pacific readiness JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska –Landing Zone Safety Officer training took center stage last week on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson as personnel from across the installation took part in a multi-day course designed to certify them in the critical task of securing and preparing improvised
April 21, 2025 Kirtland kicks off Bike Safety Day with food, fun, free gear KIRTLAND AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. – With bright skies overhead and bikes of all sizes rolling through, Kirtland’s annual Bike Safety Day brought smiles, safety education, and a few surprises to families across base April 18. Hosted by the 377th Air Base Wing Safety Office, the event combined hands-on
April 1, 2025 Pregnant aircrew policy updates to reduce risk Air Force oversight for risk assessment of pregnant aircrew is being raised to the Major Command level based on feedback from medical professionals across the service.
March 24, 2025 An Aconcagua Climb to Lessons Learned Aconcagua, the highest peak in the Americas at 22,838 feet, presents a formidable challenge to climbers. Located in the Principal Cordillera of the Andes Mountain range in Argentina, it’s one of the famed Seven Summits – the highest mountains on each of the seven continents. For many climbers,
March 24, 2025 Safe ladder use focus of spring safety campaign Base safety officials here encourage personnel to prioritize safety when starting spring-cleaning projects. March is National Ladder Safety Month, as it is commonly a time for home and workplace projects that require using ladders.
March 19, 2025 Wing implements paintball deterrent to reduce bird strike risk To reduce the risk of bird strikes during flying operations, the 12th Flying Training Wing will implement a new bird deterrent method this spring and summer.
Feb. 7, 2025 A Mission to Prevent Mishaps In military operations, safety isn’t just a priority – it is critical to mission success.
Jan. 10, 2025 No time to chill: Stay alert on winter driving As winter weather sets in, icy roads and reduced visibility create dangerous conditions for all drivers. One of the most important safety tips for winter driving is maintaining a safe following distance. Tailgating, or following too closely behind another vehicle, increases your chances of a
Dec. 31, 2024 Fireworks done right: Ring in the new year safely Fireworks are a staple of many celebrations around the world. While they add excitement and beauty to festivities, fireworks can also pose significant dangers if not handled properly.