Health Safety: Cold Weather Causes Problems, Too
By | Nov. 8, 2023
This article initially appeared in PS 795 (Feb 19), p. 59-60. We often hear about the dangers of hot weather injuries, but cold weather can be dangerous too. There are several types of injuries associated with cold weather...
Safety: Cold Weather Brings Warnings
By | Nov. 3, 2023
It’s wise to prepare, plan and train for cold weather. The Army’s released an ALARACT that can help. Read on to learn more…...
Safety: Lethal Means Safety Can Reduce Suicides
By | June 7, 2023
“Lethal Means Safety” is an approach to preventing self-harm by securing firearms, prescription drugs and other items that might be used in suicide attempts. Learn more here…...
Safety: Are You and Your Vehicles Ready for Winter?
By | Nov. 22, 2022
This article initially appeared in PS 792 (Nov 18), p. 12. Maintenance leaders, winter is here and requires more preparation and maintenance for vehicles. But that’s not all, read on…...
Health & Safety: Keeping Mold Trouble at Bay
By | Nov. 1, 2022
Mold is a silent enemy that can adversely impact health. When you find it, the key is to act quickly. Read on to learn tips that keep this problem at bay…...
Safety: Motor Pool Pointers
By | July 26, 2022
Do you feel "Army safe" in the workplace? Read this article to check out our top safety tips on the job...
M17/M18 MHS: What Is ANOR?
By | July 8, 2022
When firing M17 and M18 pistols, single-hearing protection should be worn, at a minimum, and the allowable number of rounds (ANOR) per day should be limited based on weapon and firing position. Continue reading to learn about...
Warfighter Safety: The Heat Is On!
By | July 5, 2022
Every Soldier, DA civilian and Warfighter should learn to recognize early signs and symptoms of heat stress illness in themselves and their coworkers or battle buddies...continue on to learn more...
Get Aviation-Related Safety Information from USACRC
By | Sept. 9, 2021
There are plenty of resources that help aviators stay on top of maintenance and safety. One of the best safety resources is the US Army Combat Readiness Center (USACRC) website. Read on to discover what this site can offer...
Water Supply: H2O on the Go!
By | July 2, 2021
You’ve heard the same safety advice ever since you joined the Army—drink lots of water, especially if you’re in full gear and soldiering in the heat. Just a couple of hours out in the sun without enough water will drain your...
Yellow Safety Paint
By | June 15, 2021
This article initially appeared in PS 766 (Sep 16), p. 61. Get a 5-gal container of yellow safety paint with NSN 8010-01-019-1776. This water-based latex is used to paint guide marks and warning lines inside your motor pool...
National Safety Month Kicks Off
By | June 9, 2021
Not only is June the start of PS’s 70th anniversary, it’s also the 25th anniversary of National Safety Month. Keep reading for a list of tips to prevent accidents before they happen...
SHARP: Trust is Key to Building Strong Teams
By | May 28, 2021
Creating and maintaining a culture of trust is essential to maintaining mission readiness. When leaders at any level don’t have the trust of their workforce, victims and bystanders typically don’t feel they can speak up...
Soldier Safety: Wet Bulb Checks Humidity
By | May 26, 2021
Wet bulb thermometers measure relative humidity. Relative humidity is often used with the local temperature to ensure a safe work environment, because humidity affects the body’s ability to cool itself...
Soldier Support/Safety: Got Any Good Cold Weather Advice?
By | Oct. 1, 2020
This article initially appeared in PS 804 (Nov 19), pp. 58-59. A few issues ago, you offered some really helpful advice on how to avoid heat injuries. Now that the season has changed, do you have any wisdom to share on how to...
Safety: Think Before You Climb
By | Sept. 14, 2020
This article originally appeared in PS 760 (Mar 16), pp. 60-61. Too many Soldiers are hurt when mounting or dismounting from Army equipment. Often these injuries are caused by failure to follow basic safety guidelines. Learn...
Safety: Use Caution When Handling CWCBs
By | June 12, 2020
Commonly used wooden chock blocks pose a health hazard. They look like simple, slightly scorched blocks of wood. What danger could there possibly be in handling or using creosote wooden chock blocks (CWCBs)? Plenty, as it...
Cloth Face Masks Now Available
By | May 19, 2020
With COVID-19 upon us, taking care of your health and the health of your battle buddies means protecting yourself and others while the mission continues. So here’s some good news! The supply system now has 3-ply cloth face...
JLTV: Door Hazard Requires Caution
By | May 7, 2020
Soldiers are understandably excited to use the new Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV), the Army’s replacement for the HMMWV. But don’t let the excitement cloud this caution: use the handhold bar, not the B-pillar, when...
Cold Weather Advice
By | Oct. 24, 2019
MSG Half-Mast offers some advice on how to avoid cold weather injuries. Keep reading to learn what he has to say...