Downloaded from https://www.everyspec.com (6) Machine-produced ionizing radiation sources not capable of producing a high radiation area or very high radiation area (that is, 100 millirem in 1 hour at 30 centimeters from any surface of the device). For example, medical and dental diagnostic x-ray systems, and some battery powered pulsed X-ray systems do not require an ARA. However, commanders will establish policies and procedures to assure that design and use of these excepted sources comply with applicable radiation safety regulations and guidelines and that only appropriately trained and authorized personnel operate them. b.
When NRC generally licensed items are centrally purchased, the CG, AMC, will issue an ARA to ensure that the general license requirements are met. c. The Army Reactor Office (AR 50–7) permits Army nuclear reactors and Army reactor-produced radioactive material that remains at the reactor site. 7–7. Army radiation permits a. Non-Army agencies (including other military Services, vendors, and civilian contractors) require an Army radiation permit to use, store, or possess ionizing radiation sources on an Army installation (32 CFR 655.10).
(For the purpose of this paragraph, ionizing radiation source means any source that, if held or owned by an Army organization, would require a specific NRC license or ARA.) b. Disposal of radioactive material by non-Army agencies on Army property is prohibited. However, the garrison commander may authorize radioactive releases to the atmosphere or to the sanitary sewerage system that are in compliance with all applicable Federal, state, local, DOD, and Army regulations. Chapter 8 Safety Awards Program 8–1. Introduction The purpose of this chapter is to establish safety awards for recognizing organizations and individuals for their contributions and enhancements to the Army Safety Program.
8–2. Promotion of safety Safety awards enhance Army operations and improve safety awareness through recognition and promotion of individ- ual and organizational accident prevention measures and successes. 8–3. Award guidance Criteria, policies, and procedures for nominating units and individuals for the awards in this chapter are contained in DA Pam 385–10. 8–4. Department of the Army level awards a. Army Headquarters Safety Award. This plaque is awarded by the SA/CSA to ACOMs, ASCCs, and DRUs that have demonstrated significant improvements, sustained excellence and leadership in accident prevention programs. b. Army Exceptional Organization Safety Award.
This plaque is awarded each fiscal year to the battalion through division and garrison organization with the most effective overall safety program. c. Army Individual Award of Excellence in Safety. This plaque is awarded each fiscal year to individuals who in each of four categories—officer, NCO/enlisted, Army civilian, and contractor make the most significant contribution to accident prevention. d. Director of Army Safety, Composite Risk Management Award. This plaque is awarded by the ODASAF to organizations or individuals who have made significant contributions to Army readiness through CRM. e. Sergeant Major of the Army, Superior Soldier Safety Award Plaque.
The SMA awards this plaque to the Soldier who demonstrates “pockets of excellence” or “best practices” in safeguarding Army operations or personnel. f. United States Army Safety Guardian Award. This award is presented by the ODASAF to individuals who through extraordinary individual action in an emergency situation, prevent an imminently dangerous situation, prevent injury to personnel, or minimize or prevent damage to Army property. g. Army Aviation Broken Wing Award. This award is presented by the ODASAF to individuals who, through outstanding airmanship, minimize or prevent aircraft damage or injury to personnel during emergency situations. h. Army Industrial Operations Safety Award.
This plaque is awarded each fiscal year to the division, depot, garrison, down to company, shop and/or section level with the most effective overall industrial operations safety program. i. Army Excellence in Explosive Safety Award. This plaque is awarded each fiscal year to the company, garrison/ depot/activity, battalion, brigade or division with the most effective overall explosives safety program. j. Army Safety Excellence Streamer. This streamer is presented to organizations that have met prescribed eligibility 44 AR 385–10 • 23 August 2007/RAR 14 June 2010