ARMY DIR 2024-09 — Army Safety And Occupational Health Management System
ARMY DIR 2024-09 governs implementation of the Army Safety and Occupational Health Management System.
- Publication number: ARMY DIR 2024-09
- Title: ARMY SAFETY AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
- Date: 08/07/2024
- Proponent: ASA (IE&E)
- Status: ACTIVE
View ARMY DIR 2024-09 on armypubs.army.mil
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ARMY DIR 2024-09 establishes the ASOHMS as the Army standard for implementing an SOH management system. It addresses risk management, communication, data analysis, leadership accountability, resourcing, monitoring, implementation guidance, and compliance timing.
Applies to: The provisions of this directive apply to the Regular Army, Army National Guard/Army National Guard of the United States, and U.S. Army Reserve.
Topics covered
- Army Safety and Occupational Health Management System
- SOH risk management
- Two-way SOH communication
- SOH data and trend analysis
- Leadership accountability
- SOH program resourcing
- Implementation timeline
Questions and answers
What is the Army standard for implementing an SOH management system?
The ASOHMS is the Army standard for implementing an SOH management system. (paragraph 5)
Can Army organizations implement more stringent safety standards?
Although the ASOHMS serves as the baseline standard for Army organizations to meet, this directive does not preclude Army organizations from implementing more stringent industryaccepted safety standards to meet the mission or operational needs of their organization. (paragraph 5)
What risks should an effective ASOHMS identify and manage?
Effectively identify, mitigate, and manage internal and external risks to the mission at all appropriate levels of echelon. (paragraph 5)
How should an effective ASOHMS handle Soldier and employee input?
Ensure two-way communication to solicit Soldier and employee input and provide leadership feedback to SOH-related activities and improvement opportunities. (paragraph 5)
How should an effective ASOHMS use data?
Use data, trends, and analysis to manage SOH strategically and proactively within the organization. (paragraph 5)