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USS Hershel “Woody” Williams Commanding Officer Relieved of Duties
By Commander, U.S. 6th Fleet / Commander, Task Force SIX Public Affairs | July 8, 2024
NAPLES, Italy – Vice Adm. Thomas E. Ishee, Commander, U.S. 6th Fleet / Commander, Task Force SIX relieved Capt. Lenard C. Mitchell as the commanding officer of USS Hershel “Woody” Williams (ESB 4), due to a...

240708-N-FA353-1302 CAM RANH INTERNATIONAL PORT, Vietnam (July 8, 2024) U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam, the Hon. Mr. Marc Knapper, center-left, and U.S. Navy Vice Adm. Fred Kacher, commander, U.S. 7th Fleet, meet with senior leaders from the Vietnam People's Navy following the ship’s arrival to Cam Ranh International Port, July 8, 2024. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy's largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Belen Saldana)
USS Blue Ridge and USCGC Waesche Arrive in Cam Ranh, Vietnam
By U.S. 7th Fleet Public Affairs | July 8, 2024
The U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) and U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Waesche arrived in Cam Ranh, Vietnam for a five-day joint Navy – Coast Guard routine port visit on July 8. ...

NAVAL STATION MAYPORT, Fla. (July 3, 2024) The USNS Burlington (T-EPF 10) departs Naval Station Mayport for Continuing Promise 2024 on July 3, 2024. Continuing Promise 2024 marks the 14th mission to the region since 2007 and the second aboard USNS Burlington. The mission will foster goodwill, strengthen existing partnerships with partner nations, and encourage the establishment of new partnerships among countries, non-government organizations, and international organizations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Alexa Trafton)
USNS Burlington Departs for Continuing Promise 2024 Deployment
By USNAVSOUTH/4TH FLEET PUBLIC AFFAIRS | July 4, 2024
The U.S. Navy Spearhead-class fast transport ship, USNS Burlington (T-EPF 10), departed from Naval Station Mayport for Latin America and the Caribbean in support of Continuing Promise 2024...

USS MASON RETURNS TO MAYPORT FROM COMBAT DEPLOYMENT
USS MASON RETURNS TO MAYPORT FROM COMBAT DEPLOYMENT
By | July 3, 2024
Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mason (DDG 87) returned to Naval Station Mayport, July 2, 2024, after being deployed for more than eight months in the U.S. Naval Forces Central Command area of operations...

Naval Special Warfare, Submarine Squadron 11 Display Fleet Lethality
By Petty Officer 1st Class Alex Perlman and Petty Officer 1st Class Alex Smedegard | July 3, 2024
PACIFIC OCEAN -- West Coast-based Naval Special Warfare (NSW) operators participated in fleet interoperability training off the coast of Southern California June 24, focusing on increasing warfighting capabilities in the...

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Don’t Get ‘Ripped’ By Currents And Tides This Summer
By Leslie Tomaino, Naval Safety Command Safety Promotions | June 26, 2024
If you’re hitting the beach this summer, Naval Safety Command urges you to be mindful of water conditions and associated risks. Rip currents account for more than 80% of rescues performed by surf beach lifeguards. According...

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Updated Fall Protection Guide Delivers Relevant Guidance, Best Practices
By Rebecca Coleman, Naval Safety Command Safety Promotions-Public Affairs | May 20, 2024
Most falls are preventable, and planning, compliance and preparation are key attributes toward achieving an accident-free workplace. Assisting with the foundation for a mishap-free outcome is a primary focus of the Department...

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Maximize Summer Fun While Minimizing Risks
By Melissa Wenger, Naval Safety Command Safety Promotions-Public Affairs | April 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...

This graphic was created to help promote the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Shore Safety Award winners. The annual award recognizes outstanding support and achievement in safety and occupational health. (U.S. Navy layout and design by Leslie Tomaino)
Shore Safety Award Winners Share Common Traits
By Rebecca Coleman, Naval Safety Command Safety Promotions-Public Affairs | April 10, 2024
Engaged leadership, adherence to the Navy’s Safety Management System and commitment to Get Real, Get Better principles were all commonalities among the Chief of Naval Operations’ fiscal 2023 Shore Safety award recipients...

NAVSAFECOM Continues Risk Assurance Assessments Across Enterprise
By Rebecca Coleman, Naval Safety Command Safety Promotions-Public Affairs | Jan. 31, 2024
Nearly two years since the Naval Safety Command (NAVSAFECOM) began its assurance assessment process across the naval enterprise, it has completed over 20 Echelon II/III risk assurance assessments, continuing its focus on risk...


 


 




 

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