AR 385-10 — The Army Safety And Occupational Health Program
AR 385-10 governs the Army Safety and Occupational Health Program, including risk reduction, public safety, and regulatory compliance.
- Publication number: AR 385-10
- Title: THE ARMY SAFETY AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH PROGRAM
- Date: 07/24/2023
- Proponent: ASA (IE&E)
- Status: ACTIVE
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AR 385-10 covers 14 functional areas, including mishap prevention, workplace and occupational health, transportation, radiation, system, biological, chemical agent, ammunition, range, electrical, fire, and contract safety. It establishes requirements for safety management, training, hazard controls, mishap reporting and investigations, inspections, and corrective actions.
Applies to: The ASOHP applies to Army contractor personnel and contractor operations only as specified in specific contract provisions.
Topics covered
- Risk management
- Mishap investigations
- Occupational health
- Hazard communication
- Radiation safety
- Motor vehicle mishap prevention
- Lockout/tagout
- Fall protection
Questions and answers
What does AR 385-10 require commanders to provide for safety and occupational health programs?
Commanders will assure funding is available for SOH staff, equipment, materials, and training required to implement an effective SOH program. (paragraph 8)
What happens when a requirement in AR 385-10 is mandatory?
The words will and must are used to state mandatory requirements in this regulation. (paragraph 1-7)
What training must personnel receive in risk management under AR 385-10?
All personnel will receive the following training in RM: (1) Authorities and opportunities for assisting in RM. (2) Off-duty risk, hazard awareness, and reporting. (3) Reporting mishaps, minimum required actions related to safe work practices and procedures, and consequences for not complying. (4) Job-related SOH information appropriate for their duties. (paragraph 1-7)
What training is required for personnel who perform lockout/tagout activities?
Authorized personnel are those responsible for implementing the energy-control procedures or performing the service or maintenance activities. (paragraph 10-7)
What must commanders include in a motor vehicle safety program?
Commanders will develop and maintain a motor vehicle safety program to reduce risk of motor vehicle-related mishap losses. (paragraph 11-3)