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Air Force leaders: have fun with safety in mind this Memorial Day weekend
May 22, 2019 — The Memorial Day holiday weekend is the official start of the 2019 Summer Safety focus period that will run through Labor Day... MORE

As you execute our Air Force mission or participate in summer activities with your family and friends, please use what you have learned about risk management. Plan for the unexpected, make wise choices, and avoid unnecessary risks. Your families need you, and our Nation needs you to be healthy and fit to accomplish our mission.

Eye injury prevention depends on protective eyewear at work, home
May 2, 2019 — Eye injuries are an all-too-common occurrence in the United States, affecting more than 20,000 workers each year, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor statistics... MORE

Frank Callahan, 502nd Logistics Readiness Squadron heavy equipment mechanic, performs maintenance on a government vehicle wearing proper safety gear at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. Eye injuries are an all-too-common occurrence in the United States, affecting more than 20,000 workers each year, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor statistics.

Motorcycle Safety Training: what Air Force riders need to know
April 2, 2019 — Training season for motorcyclists is just around the corner, and as training gets into full swing, it may be helpful to shed some light on the Air Force’s training requirements, review the proper acronyms for the Motorcycle Safety Foundation courses and dispel some misinformation... MORE

At the start of the 2019 riding season, the Air Force Motorcycle Program Manager lets Air Force riders know some basic requirements for rider training and what the acronyms mean. Motorcycle safety training is an important component in keeping Airmen who ride safe and ready to support wartime operations.

BASH Program keeps JBSA-Kelly Field safe
February 15, 2019 — The airspace above Joint Base San Antonio has all kinds of missions and one program is supporting the runways by making it safe for humans and wildlife to co-exist. The Bird/Wildlife Aircraft Strike Hazard, or BASH, program is continuously working to mitigate wildlife hazards, such as bird strikes to the aircraft. ... MORE

Weapons safety team ensures proper handling of JBSA munitions
February 4, 2019 — The 502nd Air Base Wing weapons safety team wants the military munitions explosion that happened at JBSA-Lackland Medina Base Annex about 55 years ago to never happen again. While there’s still a whole lot of firepower to watch over, the possibility of another incident has dropped because of safety measures now in place... MORE

Housekeeping: The first step in safety
December 19, 2018 — Poor housekeeping at work is quick to result in injuries. A common cause of falls is debris, tools and materials on the floor... MORE

Poor housekeeping at work is quick to result in injuries. A common cause of falls is debris, tools and materials on the floor.

Follow safety tips for a happy holiday season
December 11, 2018 — The Christmas season can be the most joyous of times, but it can also be deadly. Approximately 400 fires occur annually involving Christmas trees, according to the National Fire Protection Association, or NFPA, resulting in more than a dozen deaths, injuries and more than $10 million in property loss and damage. ... MORE

For more information about Winter Holiday Safety visit the National Fire Prevention Association website at www.nfpa.org/education or contact the Fire Prevention Offices at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston at 210-221-2727, JBSA-Lackland at 210-671-2921 or JBSA-Randolph at 210-652-6915.

Commentary: beware the hidden danger of the holidays
November 27, 2018 — Children are singing, there’s cheer in the air, bells are a-ringing, and the weather is fair. The holidays are finally upon us, and with them comes not only joy and mirth, but also an increase in crime sprees and foodborne illnesses... MORE

Children are singing, there’s cheer in the air, bells are a-ringing, and the weather is fair. The holidays are finally upon us, and with them comes not only joy and mirth, but also an increase in crime sprees and foodborne illnesses. Around this time of year, people buy expensive gifts and travel to see family, but these seasonal habits leave people open to seasonal dangers.

Be Bright, Be Safe and Be Seen
August 17, 2018 — The Joint Base San Antonio Safety Office urges all JBSA location pedestrians, joggers and bikers to become familiar with reflective equipment requirements to ensure their safety during the hours of decreased visibility... MORE

"Be Bright, Be Safe, Be Seen" is aimed at all road users; pedestrians, cyclists’ runners and drivers of all types of vehicles, to highlight the importance of being extra-cautious throughout the year in times of low visibility and darkness.

Be Bright, Be Safe, and Be Seen
May 31, 2018 — The Joint Base San Antonio Safety Office urges all JBSA location pedestrians, joggers and bikers to become familiar with reflective equipment requirements to ensure their safety during the hours of decreased visibility... MORE

502nd ABW Safety Office presents challenge to stop distracted driving
April 20, 2018 — Distracted driving kills and injures thousands of people each year. It’s not only a problem in San Antonio; it’s a problem all across our nation. April marks the beginning of Distracted Driving Awareness Month. The focus of this campaign is to bring much-needed attention to this epidemic and urgent problem... MORE

Driving smart around school zones
January 5, 2018 — With the second half of the school year resuming for 2018, it is important to remind everyone to drive smart and obey all traffic laws while driving on Joint Base San Antonio, especially around the schools and housing areas... MORE

Vehicle drivers must be observant and obey all speed limits, traffic signs, crossing guards, and other signals including those on school transport vehicles to promote safety within a school or child safety zone.

Commentary: Don't drive fatigued during the holidays
November 20, 2017 — We've all experienced what it feels like to drive fatigued. We've made the mistake of working all day and then taking off on a long drive to be with family or friends during a holiday or vacation... MORE

Sleepiness slows reaction time, decreases awareness, impairs judgment and can be fatal when driving. The drivers at highest risk are third-shift workers, people who drive a substantial number of miles each day, those with unrecognized sleep disorders and those prescribed medication with sedatives.

Keep safety in mind in seasonal, holiday plans
November 14, 2017 — Temperature changes, shorter daylight hours, increased travel and emotional overload are hallmarks of the fall, winter and holiday seasons that safety officials say result in preventable mishaps... MORE

Temperature changes, shorter daylight hours, increased travel and emotional overload are hallmarks of the fall, winter and holiday seasons that safety officials say result in preventable mishaps.

JBSA reminds drivers to watch for flooded roadways
September 30, 2017 — Each year, more deaths occur due to flooding than from any other thunderstorm related hazard. Authorities want to remind drivers to steer clear of certain parts of roadways that could result in injury to you and damage to your vehicle... MORE

Each year, more deaths occur due to flooding than from any other thunderstorm related hazard, according to Texas Department of Transportation. Many of the deaths occur in automobiles as they are swept downstream. A small car can be carried away with just twelve inches of water, while 2 feet of rushing water can carry away most vehicles.

Make your home safe for people with disabilities
September 6, 2017 — According to the National Fire Prevention Association, or NFPA, there are millions of Americans that live with physical and mental disabilities. It’s important for the disabled and caregivers to know the actions they can take to stay safe from fire... MORE

Defense Language Institute instructors recognized for safety campaign
August 19, 2017 — Five instructors from the Defense Language Institute were presented with Awards of Excellence Aug. 4 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland for an eternal safety campaign they held in conjunction with their 101 Critical Days of Summer Safety brief... MORE

(From left to right) Defense Language Institute instructors David Britton, Chad Hamilton, Chad Kallauner, Reza Keivanzadeh, Carole Franki, and Earl Gaston pose for a group photo with their awards Aug. 4, 2017 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. The instructors each received an award for an eternal safety campaign they held in conjunction with their 101 Critical Days of Summer Safety brief. Keivanzadeh received a trophy for having the highest unit participation.

Safety the back-to-school priority this fall
August 14, 2017 — Along with organizing busy school and extracurricular schedules, back-to-school safety should be the priority for children and parents this fall... MORE

Fireworks safety: don’t get burned on the Fourth of July
June 22, 2017 — The use of fireworks is not allowed on Joint Base San Antonio, or JBSA, in accordance with AFMAN 91-201, dated March 21. It states: “Active duty Air Force personnel (on- or off-duty) and on-duty Air Force civilian personnel will not take part in the transportation, storage, set up or functioning of commercial fireworks for on-base fireworks displays.” There are many controlled firework events throughout San Antonio... MORE

Fireworks are used to commemorate the Fourth of July. However, they are not safe in the hands of consumers. Fireworks initiate thousands of burns and eye injuries each year.

Know the risks to stay safe in the water this summer
June 9, 2017 — Whether boating, swimming or participating in water sports, it is important for service members and their families to be aware of the risks and stay safe... MORE

Whether boating, swimming or participating in water sports, it is important for servicemembers and their families to be aware of the risks and stay safe. More than 3,500 people in the Unites States die annually from unintentional drowning, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.