June 15, 2023 Old nemesis claims lives of four Airmen since start of summer safety focus Since the 101 Critical Days of Summer kicked off Memorial Day weekend at the end of May, the Air Force has lost four Airmen to an old nemesis: vehicle mishaps.Two Airmen died in car accidents, while another perished in a motorcycle crash. The fourth succumbed to injuries suffered in an all-terrain
June 6, 2023 I know what I’m doing, and other lies I tell myself Many of us convince ourselves we know what we are doing when we often do not. Take firearms for example. Too often personnel convince themselves they know how to properly and safely handle a weapon, but in reality, they don’t.
June 5, 2023 Embracing safety, risk management through 101 Critical Days of Summer at Laughlin In the warm summer months, Airmen, families and friends hit the road seeking memorable experiences and carefree moments. As Airmen embark on their journeys and spend time doing their favorite summer activities, the risks involved can pile up quickly.
June 1, 2023 Summer sun safety in Utah Summer is here. Spending time outside is a great way to be physically active, reduce stress and get vitamin D. You can work and play outside without raising your skin cancer risk by following these tips.
May 25, 2023 Enjoy summer, but avoid succumbing to season’s top killer Memorial Day weekend begins our 101 Critical Days of Summer season. Yes, it’s time to enjoy summer vacations and spending time away from the stressors of work. In other words, time to relax.
May 19, 2023 101 Critical Days of Summer defending the Human Weapon System The 101 Critical Days of Summer begins on Memorial Day weekend and continues through Labor Day weekend. During this timeframe Airmen, and Guardians tend to participate more in outdoor activities, take time to travel, barbeque with friends and explore new things over a season that has historically
May 12, 2023 Maxwell Safety team shares motorcycle risks and warnings May is Motorcycle Safety Month, and the installation is reflecting on recent losses due to private motor vehicle accidents.
May 5, 2023 AFSEC trains Guardians on mishap investigation On April 3, the Air Force Safety Center kicked off the first Space Mishap Investigation Course at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, since the standup of the U.S. Space Force. The course, which ended April 14, is aimed to provide Guardians, specifically Space Safety Officers, with the opportunity
May 5, 2023 FY22 DAF Annual Safety Awards Released Department of the Air Force Chief of Safety Maj. Gen. Jeannie M. Leavitt has released the recipients for the fiscal year 2022 Secretary of the Air Force and Chief of Staff Safety Awards, as well as the Department of the Air Force Chief of Safety Awards.“We empower our Airmen and Guardians at all
April 27, 2023 The never-ending quest for motorcycle safety WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- You wear your personal protective equipment. You stay on top of your motorcycle’s routine maintenance. You follow all rules of the road when you ride. What more can you do to be a safe rider? A LOT!Safety is one of those things in life that never ends. There