Capt. Dave Tyler, UH-1N Instructor Pilot, introduces the new ASAP button in SAFEREP, highlighting new features that affect everyone involved in the aviation mission. (U.S. Air Force Video)
Risks associated with summertime activities can be avoided by doing a risk assessment beforehand or taking a refresher course if you haven’t participated in some time. Make a list of essential items that will be needed for the activity. At a minimum, the list should include an emergency medical kit, plenty of water or drinks containing electrolytes, food and snacks high in potassium and protein if the activity will be strenuous. Never leave...
Whether spring cleaning or getting to those DIY projects put off for warmer weather done, or heading out to explore mother nature be proactive and make checklists of all the tools or gear you will need to get it done safely.
Preseason is a time when new and seasoned riders gather with their safety office personnel and MSRs for safety briefings, verify MUSTT accounts are updated and inspect their motorcycles. This includes a T-CLOCS inspection which consist of tires, controls, lights, electronics, oil, other fluids, chassis, and stands.
The best way to have a safe and tragedy-free winter season is to be proactive and incorporate risk management in every step you take. Some of the major areas to prepare for winter are your home, your vehicle, and yourself.
As the Preseason Motorcycle Kick-Off comes to a close, remember to stay committed to riding safely with the right mentality, the right gear and inspect your motorcycles every time you ride. Assess the risks involved in riding and don't follow the crowd if they are involved in reckless behaviors.
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 come with a higher risk of danger. Remember to use sound risk management in all your off-duty summer activities to stay safe.
As spring’s warmer weather begins to push the gloomy winter weather away, many of us will begin to emerge from our winter shelters and begin those home improvement projects put off because of cold weather. Remember spring has its own safety hazards - in fact, sudden spring showers or foggy mornings can roll in without warning. Being prepared will help you navigate through those hazards safely.
