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Fort Detrick New Employee Local Hazards Brief

IMFD-SO, Installation Safety Office

Installation Safety Office Title Name Extension

Installation Safety Offices Main Number Main Office Number 3-7318

Chief, Installation Safety Office K. Patrick McKinney 3-3154

Safety & Occupational Health Specialist Tyler Stanford 3-3922

Safety & Occupational Health Specialist Humberto Rivera 3-3295

Safety and Occupational Health Specialist Jamison N. Kesselring 3-3161

References

DoDI 6055.04 AR 385-10 ATP 5-19, Risk Management Fort Detrick Regulation 190-5

Disciplined – Fully trained, counseled and mentored – directly involved with leadership. Operates vehicles in a safe manner and within the limits of regulations, training and guidance

Undisciplined – Untrained individual (Soldier/civilian) who has not received counseling or mentorship – not directly involved with leadership. May operate a vehicle in a safe or unsafe manner. The individual (Soldier/civilian) has no idea of the regulations and guidance surrounding safe operating practices in the Army.

Indisciplined – Fully trained, counseled and mentored – directly involved with leadership BUT operates a vehicle in an unsafe manner and disregards requirements often resulting in mishaps or fatalities.

Definitions

How is YOUR driving defined?

Driving Requirements Drivers must be at least 16 years of age and licensed. It is the responsibility of each disciplined individual

(Soldier/civilian) to ensure their personal vehicle is operated in a safe manner within the guidelines of state and local laws, as well as, Army regulations.

Seat belts must be worn at all times while in a vehicle on or off a DOD installation.

Car seats and booster seats must be utilized as required by Maryland state laws and post local regulations.

Transportation Article 22-412.2 (Child Restraints) Maryland’s law (effective October 1, 2013) requires that

children under eight years old to ride in an appropriate child restraint, unless the child is 4’9” or taller.

Child restraint includes car seats and booster seats and other federally approved safety devices.

Every child from 8-16 years old who is not secured in a child restraint must be secured in the vehicle’s seat belt.

Transportation Article 22-1121 (Children in Rear of Pick-up Trucks) Riding in Cargo area of a pickup truck is not permitted for

persons under 18 or if vehicle is traveling more than 35 mph. Some jurisdictions have local ordinances that prohibit anyone

from riding in the bed of a pickup truck.

Child Passenger Safety

Recommendations from Traffic Safety Professionals

– Infants: Under 1 year old and up to 22 pounds in a rear facing safety seat.

– Toddlers: Over 1 year old and under 40 pounds in a forward facing safety seat.

– Children: All children younger than eight years of age be secured in belt-positioning booster seat until the child is 4’9” inches or taller or weighs more than 65 pounds. The child restraint must be right for the child's size, age, and weight.

– Children under 13 should ride in back seat.

– Research conducted and published in a report by Partners for Child Passenger Safety clearly shows that children are 40% less likely to be seriously injured when properly restrained in the back seat.

Child Passenger Safety

DUI- Driving under the influence

(DUI) is the top alcohol infraction.

- Blood alcohol concentration (BAC) posted at a level of .08% or higher and/or failure of field sobriety test.

- Automatic 12 points marked against license and instant revocation.

- Fees begin at $1,000 (first offense) and do not include court costs or attorney fees.

DWI- People who end up on the

lower end of the BAC spectrum but fail miserably on a field sobriety test end up with this charge.

- Can be charged with DWI for .07% BAC.

- 8 points added to license and fines start at $500.00.

- Minors can be cited with a BAC of .02% or higher.

Alcohol InfractionsDriving under the influence of alcohol is punishable under the UCMJ.

• Fort Detrick police will stop all traffic during Reveille and Retreat at the intersection of Ditto Ave and Porter Street Monday through Friday at 0630 and 1700. As you enter this intersection, we ask all vehicle operators to please be safe and aware of your surroundings while personnel pay respect to our nation’s colors.

School bus (loading and unloading) – stop, wait, and look for stop sign and lights on bus.

Legal to make a right turn, after making a complete stop, on red unless otherwise posted .

Speed limits Interstates 55 – 70 Fort Detrick 10/15/25 Troop movement - driver must slow to 10 MPH Residential areas off the installation 25 unless otherwise posted

Local Area Driving

Cell Phones Use Cell phones – Vehicle operators on DoD installations and operators of

Government-owned vehicles shall not use cellular phones unless the vehicle is safely parked, or they are using a hands-free device.

Texting – Texting on any device is also forbidden while driving on any installation or while operating a Government owned vehicle. Pull over and park, or wait until you arrive at your destination to text. Texting and driving can be as dangerous as drinking and driving.

Other listening devices – Wearing portable headphones, earphones, or other listening devices (except for hands-free cellular phones) while operating a motor vehicle is prohibited.

These are citable offenses on and off the installation!

Motorcycles and PPE Requirements

Military must attend the Basic Rider Course prior to riding any motorcycle.

Civilian personnel, retirees, dependents, or contracted laborers that are properly licensed to ride a motorcycle will not be required to receive Service-sponsored training or prove that they have taken other motorcycle training in order to operate a motorcycle on the installation.

Must attend follow-on training as required.

Motorcycles and PPE Requirements

• Military motorcycle operators must have in their in possession an MSF (Motorcycle Safety Foundation) card when they ride to verify completion of training.

• The required motorcycle safety training shall be provided at no cost to military personnel.

• Soldiers can register for all Progressive Motorcycle Program training courses through the U.S. Army Traffic Safety Training Program Registration System (CAC-enabled) at https://imc.army.mil/airs/default.aspx offered at nearby installations.

• Login using your CAC• Under Region, Select Northeast• Under Garrison, Select post offering training• Once the calendars appears, select the desired class

Motorcycles and PPE Requirements

The following must be worn at all times when on or off post regardless of state laws.– Department of Transportation (DOT) certified helmet– Impact or shatter resistant goggles or properly attached full

face shield– Sturdy over-the-ankle footwear– Long sleeved shirt or jacket– Long trousers– Full fingered gloves or mittens made of leather or abrasion

resistant material– Encouraged to select PPE constructed of abrasion-resistant

materials containing impact-absorbing padding incorporating bright colors and retro-reflective materials

Local Driving Hazards Hazardous or congested areas: Fort Detrick – all Gates Route/Highway/Interstate: 15, 26, 40, 75, 85, 270,

340,355

Local weather hazards: snow, ice, sleet, flash floods, rain, wind gusts Fort Detrick Weather Hotline 301-619-7611

Weather conditions (i.e., snow, thunderstorm) Wildlife Agriculture/Construction Equipment

Local Driving Hazards

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Local Driving Hazards

Local Driving Hazards• Roundabouts are designed to make intersections safer and

more efficient for drivers, pedestrians and cyclists. There are a few key things to remember about driving in roundabouts:– Slow down as you approach the roundabout, and watch

for pedestrians in the crosswalk. – Yield to drivers in the roundabout– Stay in your lane; do not change lanes– Do not stop in the roundabout– Avoid driving next to oversized vehicles

Traffic Cameras Speed Cameras The City of Frederick has approximately 20

approved sites for speed cameras. Typically located near school zones. Cameras are designed to be portable, one is

located on Opossumtown Pike.

Red Light Cameras: Pole mounted cameras that capture motorists that

run red lights. Located on Route 40, Rosemont Ave,

Opossumtown Pike, and other city locations.

Types of Cameras

Safety Training• RISK MANAGEMENT (reference AR 350-1, AR 385-10)

– Available online/Distance learning

– Follow Combat Readiness Center link

• https://safety.army.mil/TRAININGCOURSES/OnlineTraining.aspx• Click on “Self Development” in ATTRS Directory• Put course number in appropriate search blocks (see below)• Click search• Click “register”• Clisk on the CAC selector then LOGIN

– Civilians sign up for “Risk Management Civilian Basic Course” (2G-F104_DL)

– Military sign up for “Risk Management Basic Course” (2G-F97_DL)

Safety TrainingWeb based training:

Additional Duty Safety Course (Required for those who have been assigned this extra duty) https://www.lms.army.mil/

One Time TrainingOptional for Contractors

Under "Catalog" Search select "Browse by Category"Click on "Army Safety Center"Click on "Register" for required courseClick "Next"Launch Content

Safety TrainingWeb based training:

Hazard Communication (HAZCOM) (Required for anyone who uses/handles/stores hazardous materials) Mandatory for anyone who works with, handles, or stores hazardous materials. One time training requirement but recommended as an annual refresher.Launch Traininghttps://installation.detrick.army.mil/akoSecured/safety/hazCom/index.cfm

Risk Recognition and Reduction in the Workplace (Mandatory one-time training) https://installation.detrick.army.mil/training/training.cfm

Training OpportunitiesHAZCOM

Accident Reporting - ReportIT

Bloodborne Pathogen Standard

Deliberate Risk Assessment Worksheet (DRAW)

Ergonomics Awareness

What does the Regulation say?AR 385-10, 1-5(b) Supervisory and operating personnel who direct or

affect the actions of others will –(1) Maintain a safe and healthful workplace. (2) Inspect the work area for hazards(3) Promptly evaluate and take action as required to correct hazards. (4) Be responsible for the use of risk management (DRAW) during

planning, preparation, and execution of all operations. (5) Be responsible for the accident prevention to the same extent as

production and mission accomplishment. (6) Be held accountable for accident and property damage occurring in

operations under their direct supervision and control. (7) Ensure employees are trained and competent to perform work safely. (8) Counsel and take action as necessary who employees who fail to

follow the safety standards, rules and regulations.

What does the Regulation say?AR 385-10, 1-5(a) Soldiers and DA Civilians at all levels will –

(1) Stop unsafe acts detrimental to Army operations.(2) Be responsible for accident prevention by applying risk management

(DA Form – DRAW)(3) Comply with this regulation, the OSH Act, work practices, and

standing operating procedures (SOPs)(4) Use all personal protective equipment and protective clothing

provided, including seatbelts, according to training, and hazard analysis.

(5) Report accidents, near misses, and hazards in the workplace as soon as possible.

Accident ReportingAccident Occurs

Employee Reports Accident to the Supervisor. Supervisor conducts Accident Investigation & ensures Accident Report is entered into ReportIt.

Supervisor Informs the Installation Safety Office (ISO) that there has been a work related accident and conducts initial accident investigation.

The ISO will conduct an Accident Investigation on all USAG accidents and selected tenant accidents.

If Medical Care Needed Injured person will either report to

the Occupational Health Clinic, their private physician, or Emergency Room for care.

If medical care was provided by either the Occupational Health Clinic, Private Physician, or the Emergency Room the injured employee must provide to their supervisor the medical determination to include any work restrictions.

Hazard Reporting

BicyclesFort Detrick Policy Memo 385-10-2 (Non-Motorized Wheeled Vehicle Safety)

• All personnel on Fort Detrick will wear an approved bicycle helmet when riding a bike.

• Bicyclists must obey all Maryland Vehicle Codes and Fort Detrick Traffic code. This includes but is not limited to;

Obeying all posted speed limits. Obeying all traffic signals, signs and pavement markings.

• Wearing headphones, earphones, or other listening devices while bicycling or skateboarding on or adjacent to roadways on Fort Detrick is prohibited.

• During hours of darkness or reduced visibility, bicycles will be equipped with operable headlights/taillights, and the bicyclist will wear a reflective upper outer garment.

Pedestrian/Running Runners are permitted on running trails

around perimeter of installation. Pedestrians are to cross roads at

crosswalks after confirming no vehicles are approaching. Yield to right-of-way. Ear phones are not allowed to be worn

while running/walking on roadways.

Local Off Duty Hazards

Various activities off duty involve motorized vehicles and the hazards need to be recognized.– Boats/Personal Watercraft – Snowmobiles– Off-Road/ATV– Hunting– Hiking

Questions

Installation Safety Office, 301-619-7318 Bldg 1520, Rm 217

Fort Detrick Local Hazards Brief

Employee Acceptance Sheet• A copy of the Fort Detrick Local Hazards Brief was given to me at the time of

my employment. I have been advised to read the contents and to ask for an explanation of any parts that I do not understand. The Fort Detrick Local Hazards Brief describes important information about Fort Detrick, and I understand that I should consult my Supervisor or the Installation Safety Office (301-619-7318) regarding any questions not answered in the presentation. Since the information, policies and procedures described here are subject to change, I acknowledge that revisions to the may occur.

• Upon reading the presentation, I will email this page to the Installation Safety Office at [email protected] as proof of training.

• Employee Name _____________________ Date ____________ • Supervisor Name _____________________ Date _____________