Army Safety Program

Question 1

How often are fire extinguishers in the barracks required to be checked for serviceability, and how
can this be determined?

Answer 1

Once a month, a tag on the fire extinguisher indicating the date and initials of authorized unit safety
personnel

Question 2

What safety features are stressed in the motor pool?

Answer 2

Reduced speed, no smoking except in designated areas, fire extinguishers in buildings and vehicles,
proper utilization of tool safety equipment (goggles, safety toe shoes, etc.)

Question 3

Safety features commonly found in any barracks.

Answer 3

• Lights in stairwells
• Fire lights (emergency lighting)
• Fire extinguisher and alarms
• Arms room safety procedures
• First aid kits
• CQ
• Safety posters
• Handrails
• Storage of dangerous tools and chemicals

Question 4

Accidents are reported in accordance with what regulation?

Answer 4

AR 385-40

Question 5

What accounts for the majority of accidents?

Answer 5

Carelessness

Question 6

The word SAFETY is often associated with what term?

Answer 6

Risk Management

Question 7

Who is responsible for the Army Safety Program?

Answer 7

It is the responsibility of each soldier

Question 8

What type of fire extinguisher must not be used on electrical fires?

Answer 8

A water fire Extinguisher

Question 9

What AR covers safety?

Answer 9

AR 385-10

Question 10

Where on post can you find out how many privately owned vehicle accidents that were fatal have
occurred this year?

Answer 10

A sign in the vicinity of the outbound gate on post