Recent updates to the U.S. Army Combat Readiness Center (USACRC) Workplace Safety webpage are making safety and occupational health (SOH) program management easier for Soldiers and Army civilians.

Managing Army workplace safety programs involves navigating a complex landscape of diverse operational environments, advanced technologies and stringent regulatory requirements. The dynamic nature of military missions and the need for rapid adaptability further complicate the effective management of safety programs. Balancing these elements is no easy task and crucial for maintaining Soldier and civilian well-being and operational readiness.

The new webpage has the potential to be a first stop for researching safety issues, references and content. The landing page still falls under the ON-DUTY category located at the top of the USACRC website. After selecting the Workplace link, a new level of resources is displayed, tailored to all levels of users and SOH program managers. The page features workplace-safety-related trends, hot topics and relevant articles.

The middle portion of the page offers five tabs based on major categories for users to drill into more specific content, including Program Management, Resources, Training, ASMIS 2.0 and Human Factors. Under Program Management, users will find Army Requirements, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Requirements, Guides and Templates, ASOHMS, and Civilian Injury and Illness information.

The Resources tab assists users with one of the most difficult tasks in SOH program management — finding the correct, most appropriate resource. The website consolidates a great number of resources that benefit the workplace safety operation in different category sets. While it is not an all-inclusive list, it should be a great starting point for the user’s research or information needs.

The Training tab includes content for Army-related safety training, professional certification programs, Department of Defense training resources and OSHA training. The newest content includes the Human Factors tab.

Users may be familiar with applying the Human Factors Analysis and Classification System (HFACS) in mishap investigations when identifying the system inadequacies. However, HFACS is also a great tool for hazard management and identifying “why” and “how” hazards occur in the workplace. The content on the Human Factors tab provides links to in-depth explanation and application of the system.

The Army Safety Program must address a wide range of hazards, from physical injuries to chemical exposures, while ensuring compliance with both military and civilian safety standards. This requires continuous risk assessment, comprehensive training and the integration of safety protocols into all aspects of military operations. The Workplace Safety webpage will make this process easier for SOH program managers.

The updated Workplace Safety webpage is now live on the USACRC website. To check it out, visit https://safety.army.mil/ON-DUTY/Workplace. Keep in mind that this is a living site, so the USACRC will continue to modify and improve it regularly. As always, your input matters, so click the feedback link at the bottom of the webpage and let us know what you think of the updated Workplace Safety website.