05 August 2024 NAVSAFECOM Vows to Keep Pushing Forward, ‘Keep our Fleet in the Game’ Naval Safety Command (NAVSAFECOM) held a change of command ceremony at Joint Forces Staff College Aug. 2, where Rear Adm. Daniel Martin relieved Rear Adm. Christopher Engdahl as the 59th commander of the Navy’s safety organization.Deputy Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command, Vice Adm. John...
26 June 2024 Don’t Get ‘Ripped’ By Currents And Tides This Summer 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 to the United States Lifesaving Association, rip currents are the No. 1...
20 May 2024 Updated Fall Protection Guide Delivers Relevant Guidance, Best Practices 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 of the Navy’s recently updated Fall Protection Guide...
29 April 2024 Maximize Summer Fun While Minimizing Risks 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...
10 April 2024 Shore Safety Award Winners Share Common Traits 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...
31 January 2024 NAVSAFECOM Continues Risk Assurance Assessments Across Enterprise 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 identification, communication and accountability at the appropriate level...
26 January 2024 NAVSAFECOM App Puts Safety and Risk Management Tools in Your Pocket The Naval Safety Command (NAVSAFECOM) announced the launch of its new mobile application Jan. 22, which is now available for download on any Android or iOS device...
02 January 2024 Wanted: NAVSAFENVTRACEN Seeks Speakers and Sponsors The Naval Safety and Environmental Training Center (NAVSAFENVTRACEN) is currently seeking breakout session presenters and claimant meeting sponsors for its 32nd annual Joint Safety and Environmental Professional Development Symposium (PDS), which will be held virtually April 22-26, 2024...
27 September 2023 Navy Wraps Up Critical Days of Summer Campaign The Department of the Navy’s annual 101 Critical Days of Summer (CDOS) campaign wrapped up Sept. 5. An initial analysis of this year’s summer mishaps revealed a positive outcome in one area along with others which still require our vigilance and attention...
19 September 2023 Naval Safety Command Presents Fall and Winter Safety Awareness Tips The Naval Safety Command (NAVSAFECOM) is releasing the annual Fall and Winter Safety Awareness presentation for 2023, aimed at providing Sailors and Marines with information to safely enjoy recreational activities during the cooler months...