NORFOLK, Va. -- More than 3,000 registrants across the federal government took the opportunity to share innovative ideas, new trends and information in the fields of safety, occupational health and environmental protection at the 32nd Annual Joint Safety and Environmental Professional Development Symposium (PDS).
The Naval Safety and Environmental Training Center (NAVSAFENVTRACEN) hosted the virtual PDS on April 22-26. The PDS was open to Federal personnel, Federal contractors and students pursuing coursework in related fields. Presented online since 2013, the symposium has continued to grow in both the number of attendees and the topics offered.
This year’s PDS provided over 18,000 continuing education certificates to more than...
06.03.2024 | NORFOLK, VIRGINIA, US |
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NORFOLK (June 10, 2024) - Aerographer's Mate Airman Ethan Mazurik gives tips on hurricane safety, including resources and preparation. This video was made as a part of series encompassing 101 Critical Days of Summer. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Benjamin F. Davella III)
The 32nd Annual Joint Safety and Environmental Professional Development Symposium with more than 3,000 registrants this year, is an opportunity to share innovative ideas, new trends and information in the fields of safety, occupational health and environmental protection.
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The Naval Safety Command (NAVSAFECOM) has launched two new online dashboards that offer commanders and safety professionals access to timely and valuable data impacting their organizations’ mission capability and effectiveness.
