Unit 2b Flashcards
General Hazards + Mishap Prevention
What is the purpose of the USAF Mishap Prevention Program?
“Minimize Mishap” - Minimize loss of AF resources and protect AF personnel from death/serious injury/illness
What is the vision of the USAF Mishap Prevention Program?
It is the responsibility of all, on and off duty, to practice accident prevention principles and identify/remove hazards in a workplace.
What is the AFSMS?
Air Force Safety Management System
What are the priorities of the AFSMS?
Compliance, Risk reduction, and continuous improvement
What are the Four Pillars of AFSMS?
1) Risk Management
2) Policy & Leadership
3) Promotion & Education
4) Assurance
What are the five steps in the risk management process?
“I Am Developing In Safety”
1) Identify hazards
2) Assess hazards
3) Develop controls
4) Implement controls
5) Supervise & evaluate
What are the three preventative measures used ?
Chocks, spotters, and speed limits
What are the two different purposes for chocks?
1) To ensure vehicles do not roll while parked or 2) chocks are placed in a preplanned position to prevent collisions
When are spotters necessary?
1) Within 10 feet of an aircraft, 2) when backing towards and aircraft within 25 feet, 3) when visibility is limited, and 4) when the operator deems one necessary
What is the speed limit for General Purpose vehicles, if not posted?
15 MPH
What is the speed limit for Special Purpose vehicles?
10 MPH
What is AFOSH?
Air Force Occupational Safety and Health
What is the cornerstone of AFOSH?
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
Where can you find all AFOSH standards?
“Safety is as easy as 1, 2, 0, 3”
AFMAN 91-203
What is the IGSO?
Installation Ground Safety Office
What is the AF Form 457?
USAF Hazard Report
To whom can you report unsafe/hazardous conditions?
Supervisor, chain of command, or the IGSO (with AF Form 457)
What are the five most common hazards?
Lifting, MHE (Materials Handling Equipment), heights, noise, jewelry
What is the commonly taught and correct way of lifting items?
Kinetic lifting
What is the most common lost-time injury?
Snagged finger rings
What is PPE?
Personal Protective Equipment
What three pieces of PPE do you need all the time, and what two additional pieces for other jobs?
Steel toe boots, hearing protection, and gloves. Additional PPE includes goggles and face shields
