Courtesy Story | Naval Safety Command | 08.01.2025
The Swiss Cheese Model is a risk management tool demonstrating layers of active failures and latent conditions. Each slice, or layer, of risk mitigation has holes, representing weaknesses or potential failures. When the holes in each layer align, a trajectory of failure can pass through all the defenses, leading to a possible accident....
Courtesy Story | Naval Safety Command | 04.29.2024
Prepare for a summer filled with adventure, but acknowledge the potential for misadventure as well. A memorable experience can be overshadowed by a trip to the hospital – or worse. Understand and manage the risks associated with summer activities to minimize the chance of a good time turning bad....
Courtesy Story | Naval Station Rota, Spain | 12.15.2022
This past year, Naval Station (NAVSTA) Rota Safety Department has been very busy in our endeavor to make Rota the safest base in the Navy! One of the newest members to the safety team is Cristina Villadangos Carnero who joined the team in March. Her impact on the Rota community has been immediate with performing occupational safety and health (OSH) assessments, investigating mishaps, and......
Story by Leslie Tomaino | Naval Safety Command | 12.21.2021
Rear Adm. F.R. Luchtman, Naval Safety Center (NAVSAFECEN) commander, presented the 2021 Safety Professionals of the Year (SPOY) awards on Dec. 9....
Story by Leslie Tomaino | Naval Safety Command | 11.25.2019
Commander Naval Safety Center (NAVSAFECEN) announced their selections for Naval Safety Center Safety Professionals of the Year (SPOY). Navy Lt. Jose Mercado was the recipient of Officer Safety Professional of the Year 2019 and Marine MGst Corey Bush was the recipient of the Enlisted Safety Professional of the Year 2019 during an All Hands Nov. 15....
