Jan. 13, 2022 2022 proving to be a new year of opportunities for Safety’s Master Sgt. DeAnndra Hartner When an enlisted service member demonstrates excellent leadership skills paired with exceptional talent in their area of specialty, senior leaders take notice. One such safety professional who embodies these values was recently selected for the opportunity to become a commissioned officer.Master
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
Aug. 18, 2021 Leavitt takes reins of safety during change of command The Department of the Air Force safety enterprise gained new leadership August 13 as Maj. Gen. Jeannie M. Leavitt took the reins as the chief of safety and commander of the Air Force Safety Center.
Aug. 3, 2021 Safe + Sound Week - Take the challenge Join in the Challenge! The Department of the Air Force partners with OSHA in Safe + Sound Week each August. Safe + Sound is a nationwide event to raise awareness about workplace safety. Safe + Sound Week is August 9-15, 2021.
July 22, 2021 Saying farewell to a safety icon Chief of Occupational Safety for the Department of the Air Force Michael Ballard retires with over 45 years of combined service, both active duty and civil service on July 29. Ballard has made a career out of keeping Airmen and Guardians safe.
April 9, 2021 FY20 Department of the Air Force Safety Awards The Department of the Air Force released the 2020 Annual Safety Awards.
March 15, 2021 Third Annual Spring Motorcycle Focus Kick-off The third annual Spring PMV-2 Focus, will be held from March 21- May 21, 2021, is intended to highlight motorcycle safety and ensure all Air Force military riders know the requirements. The Motorcycle Unit Safety Tracking Tool (MUSTT) and Unit Motorcycle Safety Representative (MSR's) are vital in
Feb. 26, 2021 Seatbelts Save Lives Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death to drivers and passengers in the United States. Proper seat belt use is one of the most effective ways to save lives and reduce injuries in crashes. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Jessie Perkins)
Jan. 20, 2021 Protecting our nation’s sacred symbol The bald eagle, or Haliaeetus leucocphalus, is one of the most well-known symbols of the United States of America. The bird of prey’s features when fully grown include a wingspan of roughly six to seven and a half feet, bright yellow beak and famous white feathered head. Recently, this living
Jan. 4, 2021 A safe unit is a ready unit The Air Force Combined Mishap Reduction System (AFCMRS) is a safety culture survey tool that allows commanders to assess the safety of their units by anonymously surveying member’s attitudes and perceptions. This provides a baseline for their safety culture from which to find hidden safety risk,