Summer Safety2011

What, me worry?The summer season brings the potential

for increased risk. Does that mean you have to worry? Not really. Just plan for:

• More people on the roadways

• More water recreation

• More sporting activities

• More partying

Summer 2010 Statistics

• Between Memorial Day and Labor Day 2010 …– 14 Sailors and

14 Marines lost their lives

How They Died• 4 drowned

• 5 died during recreational activities

• 6 died on motorcycles

• 13 died in cars and trucks

These numbers represent a huge improvement over past summers, but they also represent 28

trained and ready Sailors and Marines who aren’t with us this year.

Trends in Summer Safety

• After spiking in 2008, summer deaths decreased in 2009 and 2010

• 54% decrease for Sailors • 37% decrease for Marines(Compared to 2008)

• The 5-year average is 44 Sailor and Marine deaths each summer

Summer Focus Areas

• Personal Motor Vehicle

• Alcohol Awareness

• Water Safety

• Sexual Assault

Motor Vehicle

• Start every trip well-rested

• Drive during daylight hours

• Schedule breaks every two hours

• Never drink and drive

• Pull over if you get tired. It’s better to get there late than not at all!

Use TRiPS for your Trip!

• TRiPS = Travel Risk Planning System

• An easy, online survey that helps you recognize and reduce travel risks

• Many more benefits!

Access TRiPS through Navy Knowledge Online

Motorcycles• Profile of a Fatal Rider

– Sport bike rider– First year rider– No formal training– Under 30– Speeding– Doesn’t know limitations– Failed to identify hazards

Alcohol Awareness• Drinking Facts:

– Absorption of alcohol depends on• Your size, weight, body fat and sex• Amount of alcohol consumed• Amount of food in your stomach• Use of medications

– 60% of STDs are transmitted by drunk partners

– In 67% of unplanned pregnancies, at least one partner was drunk.

Information courtesy of www.thatguy.com

Watching your Weight?Beverage Calories per 1

Fluid OzExample Serving

Total Calories

Beer (regular)

12 12 oz. 144

Beer (light)

9 12 oz. 108

White wine

20 5 oz. 100

Red

Wine21 5 oz. 105

80 proof

spirits64 1.5

oz.96

Beer, wine and spirits contain empty calories meaning they are void of nutritional value and just pack on the pounds without helping your body perform any of its vital functions. If you drink a six-pack of beer every day, that’s like ingesting a Big Mac and Medium Fries EVERY DAY!

• Have you ever felt you should cut back on your drinking? • Does your drinking ever make you late for work? • Do you ever forget what you did while you were drinking? • Do you ever drink after telling yourself you won’t? • Have people annoyed you by criticizing your drinking? • Do you ever need a drink first thing in the morning to steady your nerves or get rid of a hangover?

How Do I Know if I Need Help!?!?!

If you answered YES, even once, to the questions on the pervious slide, YOU may have a problem with alcohol.

• Help is easy to find!• Learn what Tricare can do by visiting www.tricare.mil/ProviderDirectory/ http://www.tricare.mil/mtf• To find a local resource, call the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment at 1-800-662-HELP

Don’t Be That Guy …

• Not Cool

• Not Sexy

• Not Healthy

• If you choose to drink, do so in MODERATION.

It’s No Laughing Matter

• Alcohol-related mishaps kill and injure Sailors and Marine every summer.

Preventing Sexual Assault

• Preventing Sexual Assault is an All Hands Responsibility.

• The crime hurts the victim, but also the unit and the Fleet as a whole.

Preventing Sexual Assault• Anyone can become a victim of sexual

assault, but you can reduce your risk.– If you drink, do so in moderation. Studies indicate that about half of all

U.S. sexual assaults involve the use of alcohol by the offender, the victim, or both.

– Do not leave your beverage unattended or accept a drink from an open container.

– When you date someone, communicate clearly with that person to ensure he or she knows your limits from the beginning. Both verbal and nonverbal (body language) communication can be used to ensure the message is understood.

Water Awareness• Learn to Swim

• Swim where lifeguards are present

• Keep a close eye on kids

• Obey signs about water conditions

Boating Safety

Take a Coast Guard approved boating safety class

Summer Sports Safety

• Stretch prior to activity

• Stay hydrated• Wear proper gear and

footwear• Know your limits!

Suicide Warning Signs

• Expressing suicidal thoughts

• Increased drug and/or alcohol use

• Withdrawal from friends and family

• Recklessness

ACT: ASK, CARE, TREAT

Setting the Bar High!

• Summer 2010 was statistically the safest on record.

• What can you do to keep that trend moving in the right direction?

Have a Fun, Fabulous and Safe Summer Season!

• Questions?

www.public.navy.mil/navsafecen