Desert Shield - Leader's Safety Guide

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Desert Shield - Leader's Safety Guide

In combat, safety is essential to force preservation. Statistics show that - In World War II, one out of every five American soldiers killed died as a result of an accident. In Korea, more than half the Army personnel who were hospitalized were injured in accidents. In Vietnam, accidents killed 5,700 soldiers, disabled more than 106,000 others, and produced nearly 5 million nondisabling injuries. These are more than just numbers. They're a measurement of a serious loss of combat assets at a time when we could least afford to lose them -- the heat of battle. We must strive to keep such losses from happening on any future battlefield. We can do this by Establishing and enforcing high standards of performance. Creating a command climate of 'tough caring'. Using risk management principles to make good decisions. Recognizing the effects of stress and fatigue on performance. Let us not forget that accident prevention is an important weapon in our arsenal; using it will multiply our combat power by preserving our assets. This pamphlet is a quick reference intended to help unit leaders prevent accidents during Operation Desert Shield, thereby saving lives and preserving their combat assets.