By Cmdr. Linda Sharpe, Industrial Hygienist, Headquarters Marine Corps – Health Services
For Marines, hearing is not just a sense; it’s a tactical advantage and a critical survival tool.
Whether it’s detecting the faintest rustle in the bush, following orders in the heat of battle, or coordinating movements with your fire team, sharp hearing is essential. Yet, hearing loss is one of the most common and preventable injuries among Marines.
The importance of hearing conservation in the Marine Corps cannot be overstated. Auditory readiness often makes the difference between mission success and failure.
According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, more than 1.3 million veterans receive disability compensation for hearing loss,...
By Cmdr. Linda Sharpe, Industrial Hygienist, Headquarters Marine Corps – Health Services
For Marines, hearing is not just a sense; it’s a tactical advantage and a critical survival tool.
Whether it’s detecting the faintest rustle in the bush, following orders in the heat of battle, or coordinating movements with your fire team, sharp hearing is essential. Yet, hearing loss is one of the most common and preventable injuries among Marines.
The importance of hearing conservation in the Marine Corps cannot be overstated. Auditory readiness often makes the difference between mission success and failure.
According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, more than 1.3 million veterans receive disability compensation for hearing loss,...
Fatigue can impair judgment and slow reaction time. Knowing how to recognize and manage excessive fatigue is critical for mission success and for ensuring the safety of Sailors and Marines. Video made in Adobe After Effects and Adobe Premiere Pro to highlight the importance of fatigue awareness. The Naval Safety Command enables the Navy's ability to identify, communicate and account for risk through assessments, investigations and Navy-wide policy development. Royalty free assets courtesy of Shutterstock. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Felix Castillo Reyes)
Tower rappelling is a high-risk activity demanding strict adherence to safety protocols. Whether for training, rescue or recreation, proper use of equipment, knowledge of knots and effective rope management are important to prevent accidents and ensure a safe descent.
One of the unique features of the Staff Non-Commissioned Officer Degree Completion Program (SNCODCP) is it allows enlisted Marines to finish their degree by attending college full-time and fully funded on a college campus.
The Marine Corps operates in some of the worldâs loudest environments. The importance of hearing conservation in the Marine Corps cannot be overstated. Auditory readiness often makes the difference between mission success and failure.
In a major step toward modernization, the U.S. Marine Corps and U.S. Army jointly released an update to their range safety policies, MCO 3570.1D/AR 385-63, in May 2025, superseding MCO 3570.1C and DA PAM 385-63.
Department of War personnel at Naval Safety Command pose for a photo for the 133rd Navy Chief Petty Officer birthday, Apr. 1, 2026. The Naval Safety Command enhances the Navy's ability to identify, communicate and account for risk through assessments, investigations and Navy-wide policy development. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Felix Castillo Reyes)
