Common Core - ORM Flashcards
Define ORM
Operational Risk Management
What is the goal of ORM?
a. The purpose of ORM is to minimize risks to acceptable levels, proportional to mission accomplishment.
What are the steps in applying ORM?
a. Identify Hazards
b. Assess Hazards
c. Make Risk Decisions
d. Implement Controls
e. Supervise
What are the three types of controls that can be implemented during ORM?
Engineering Controls, Administrative Controls, PPE
Engineering Controls
Controls that use engineering methods to reduce risk by Design, or Material Selection or Substitution.
Advantages of Engineering Controls
When technically and economically feasible, engineering controls are the best to use because they usually eliminate the hazard.
Disadvantages of Engineering Controls
Their drawback is they may not be feasible in many cases.
Administrative Controls
Drills, SOP’s, rules of engagement, rest plans
PPE
Personal Protective Equipment
Who established the Navy and Marine Corps Safety Council
Secretary of the Navy
Who is the current SECNAV?
Ray Maybus
Who is the current Secretary of Defense?
Chuck Hagel
Who makes written recommendations to the Safety Council?
The Enlisted Safety Committee
A negligent discharge requires what type of Navy message?
An OPREP-3 Navy Blue
What is the purpose of a safety stand-down?
A Safety Standdown is a period, usually 1-2 days, set aside for safety training, awareness, and drills.
Who is ultimately responsible for safety within a command?
The Commanding Officer
What are the duties of the Safety Officer?
Advises the Commanding Officer on matters pertaining to safety, manages the command safety program, investigates mishaps, monitors projects, shops, and special evolutions for compliance with safety standards.
When are you required to wear hearing protection?
Sustained noise greater than 84 dBA and peak (intermittent) noises greater than 140 dBA require hearing protection.