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Safety Mission:

Mission Statement: The NYARNG Safety and Occupational Health Program provides for a safe and healthful work environment, free from accidents and injuries that is compatible with the mission of the NYARNG throughout all levels of command in every operation and activity. This program is designed to promote safe and healthful practices for personnel on and off duty and to preserve the fighting force.

The office has a full-time staff of four. The Safety and Occupational Health Manager directs the overall program and serves as the principal advisor to the Adjutant General on safety, health and OSHA compliance. The State Safety Specialist has responsibility for a wide variety of programs including Tactical Safety, Risk Assessment and Management, Accident Prevention, Reporting and Investigation, Confined Space Entry, Reduction in Workers Compensation Claims and OSHA Compliance Inspections. The Occupational Health Specialist has responsibility for programs that affect Guard Members and Full-Time Employees including Radiation Protection, Hazard Communication, OSHA Compliance, Medical Surveillance, Hearing Conservation, Respiratory Protection, Vision Conservation, Heat and Cold Injury Prevention, Industrial Hygiene, Wellness, and Ergonomics.

You may find these websites helpful:

• Army Safety Management Information System - Mishap & Near-miss Reporting Tool
• Joint Risk Assessment Tool (JRAT)(CAC login required)
• US Combat Readiness Center
• Army Readiness Assessment Program
• Occupational Safety & Health Agency
• Safety Glasses for Technicians
  Perscription safety glasses are available free of charge for NYARNG Technicians who work in hazardous environments. Contact Chuck Austin for further guidance: charles.b.austin2.civ@army.mil