SafeForce 21: Force Protection for the Force Projection Army of the 21st Century
Abstract
Army safety activities are organized to protect the force and enhance warfighting capabilities through a systematic and progressive process of hazard identification and risk management. These activities support commanders by early identification of safety problems that could degrade readiness or mission accomplishment. When safety problems are identified, actions to address them are initiated and implemented through command channels. The Army Safety Program provides a source of technical support to assist commanders in achieving their goals. This support embodies policies, procedures, criteria, information, and personnel assets throughout the Army and its supporting agencies and contractors. With the support of a cohesive Army Safety Program, commanders can institute a risk-management program that will allow them to accomplish their mission while maintaining readiness and protecting the force. Except for requirements levied by public law or imposed by higher headquarters, it is up to commanders to decide what are acceptable levels of risk and actions to take to control those risks. This differs from traditional approaches wherein safety offices were perceived as tending to impose operational "restrictions."
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 2000
- Accession Number
- ADA382342
Entities
Organizations
- United States Army Combat Readiness/Safety Center