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US ARMY, EUROPE
REINTEGRATION SAFETY BRIEFING
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Reintegration Safety Tasks

• AE 3.5 Complete USAREUR Off-Duty Risk
  Assessment Card and receive Pre-Block leave
  safety briefing.
• AE 3.6 View applicable Safe Driving Video

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Assess Off-Duty (POV) Risk
Two methods to accomplish the risk assessment.
ASMIS-2
Off-Duty Risk Card
If online access is limited or not available, you
may complete the Risk Assessment manually with
this tool. The blank worksheet is contained at
the end of this presentation.

• For all leave, pass or TDY when operating a
  motor vehicle.
• Helps you plan your trip, identifies hazards
  and offers controls to mitigate the known
  hazards.
• Promotes leader soldier interaction with the
  intent of getting you to your destination and
  back safely.
• https//crc.army.mil - Click on ASMIS-2

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• Pre Block-Leave Safety Briefing

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Safety Briefing Topics

• Vehicle Safety
• Recreation Safety
• Alcohol Safety

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• Vehicle Safety

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POV Accidents

• Leading cause of injury and death in USAREUR
• 40 Deaths per year
• 1000 Injuries per year
• 1,000,000.00 Damage per year
• Profile - POV
• SPC - SGT / 21 - 24 Years old
• Friday Saturday
• 2230 - 0230 Hours
• Profile Motorcycle
• SSG / 38 Years old
• B- Road / Excessive speed

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Seatbelts

• EU Directive
• Host Nation Law!
• USAREUR Regulation!
• Reduce Injury Risk by 42
• Seatbelts Air Bags Reduce Injuries by 47

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Click It Or Ticket

• 1st Offense 7 day loss of license
• 2nd Offense 30 days loss of license
• 3rd Offense 6 months loss of license

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New Laws
Reflective Vest Italy 1 April 2004 Spain 24
July 2004 Portugal 1 January 2005 Austria 1
May 2005
Netherlands requires personnel to carry official
documentation at all times.
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German Drinking Limits

• 0.08 and above DWI
• 500.00 Euro fine or more
• Permanent loss of license
• Jail time
• 0.05 - 0.08 BAC DUI
• 250.00 Euro Fine
• 30 day license suspension
• 0.03 accident Loss of License

Each EU Country sets independent penalties, the
German law is is representative of most EU
countries.
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Your Blood-Alcohol Limits
0.05 is the maximum BAC in, Austria, Belgium,
France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Portugal, Spain,
and The Netherlands.
Be aware of your blood-alcohol limits
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Motorcycles

• Will Wear Helmet, Full-fingered gloves,
  High-visibility garments, Leather boots or
  over-the-ankle shoes, Long-sleeved shirt or
  jacket, Trousers.
• USAREUR Licensing only if licensed stateside
• MSF Training Mandatory!
• Contact Garrison Safety
• Office for the schedule
• (Click on the MSF Logo for a list of the Garrison
  POCs)

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• Recreation Safety

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Seasonal Safety

• Assess the risks for your planned activities
  before you start.
• Wear appropriate clothing for the season and the
  activity.
• Wear helmets for activities that could result in
  head injuries, i.e. skiing, sledding, Snowboard,
  Bicycle, Scooter, Skateboard, Roller Blade, etc
• Wear helmet specifically designed for the
  activity you are participating in.
• Straps should be fastened and snug to prevent
  movement of the helmet.
• Helmet use is mandatory IAW AE Regulations

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Seasonal Safety

• Remember most European Water-based Recreation
  areas do not have lifeguards on duty.
• Do not climb on streetcars or trains Many
  European trains use overhead power lines with
  over 15,000 volts.
• Do not walk on railroad tracks, trains are
  deceptively quiet as they approach they are
  deadly!
• Check with your local recreation center or AFRC
  for availability of lessons or guides for
  adventuring.
• Plan your activities, use the buddy system, and
  manage your risks!

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• Alcohol Safety

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High Risk Drinking
PURPOSE To provide awareness on high-risk
drinking practices that could lead to poor risk
decisions, bad judgment or alcohol
poisoning. Concern High-risk drinking is a
growing problem facing Soldiers returning from
deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan.
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High Risk Drinking

• Most Recent Situations
• SM appears to have died from excessive alcohol
  consumption after returning from Iraq two days
  earlier.
• SM was hit by a POV and died after leaving a
  club in Darmstadt. (Alcohol-related incident)
• SM fell down the steps in the bar and sustained
  fatal head injuries. (Alcohol-related incident)
• SM drinking as part of a hazing ritual during
  initiation to a fraternal organization. After
  vomiting on himself, friends left him unattended.
  SM died by aspirating (breathing) his own vomit.
  
• Two Soldiers struck by freight train while
  walking on tracks. One Soldier died, one
  hospitalized.

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High Risk Drinking

• What is High-Risk Drinking?
• Drinking to get drunk.
• Driving after drinking or riding with someone
  under the influence.
• Drinking too much or too fast on an empty
  stomach.
• Drinking games such as Chugging, Doing
  shots, and using a funnel, hose, trough or punch
  bowl.
• Going to parties where the sole purpose is to
  get drunk.
• Not knowing what is in your glass or leaving it
  unattended.
• Mixing alcohol with any medications, over the
  counter or prescription.
• Mixing alcohol with illegal drugs.
• Pre-partying or pre-loading.
• Drinking while sleep deprived.
• Drinking with a genetic predisposition to
  alcoholism, drug addiction, depression, eating
  disorders, etc.

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High Risk Drinking

• Some High Risk Times during the Year
• The first 2 or 3 weeks of redeployment/reintegra
  tion
• After a major unit or command exercise
• During Welcome Home ceremonies
• Major sporting events (Super Bowl Sunday, World
  Series, etc.)
• Holidays and Birthdays (especially 21st)
• Break ups of romantic relationships
• Marriage Celebrations
• Graduation (B-NCO/A-NCO courses, etc.)

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High Risk Drinking

• Addressing the problem
• Leaders take action by talking to Soldiers about
  the impacts on health, family and career from
  high-risk drinking
• -- Be aware of the signs of possible alcohol
  abuse by your Soldiers (e.g. reluctant to talk
  with you, unwilling to talk about activities with
  friends, physical appearance, trouble with local
  authorities, serious mood changes)
• -- If you believe your Soldier is having a
  problem with alcohol, do not blame them but find
  appropriate treatment.
• -- If your Soldier is concerned about his
  or her alcohol consumption, or that of a friend,
  refer them to the Installation Army Substance
  Abuse Program for information/screening for
  problems with alcohol.
• -- Perform unexpected visits to the barracks
  to get a feel for whats going on.

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High Risk Drinking

• Addressing the problem
• Build a community coalition with local
  establishments to refuse serving drinks to
  Soldiers that appear to be intoxicated
• Utilize FRGs and Guardian Angel Programs to
  curb binge drinking and help Soldiers integrate
  back into a normal routine
• Identify Battle Buddies/Designated Drivers
  within the unit to lend a helping hand when
  Soldiers decide to go out for a night on the
  town.
• Remember - High-risk drinking causes numerous
  negative second-hand effects that result in
  sexual assault, violence, and vandalism, among
  other problems.

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Alcohol Poisoning

• What is Alcohol Poisoning?
• Alcohol poisoning happens when large amounts of
  alcohol are consumed in a short period of time,
  such as doing shots, drinking games, chugging
  and hazing.
• When a lighter weight person tries to match a
  heavier weight person drink for drink.
• Alcohol poisoning does not have to be fatal.

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Alcohol Poisoning

• Tips to Prevent Alcohol Poisoning (Overdosing)
• Mixing drugs Avoid mixing drugs that have the
  same effects, like alcohol with other depressants
  (Oxycontin, Xanax, Clonopin, heroin) or cocaine
  with other stimulants (like speed or ecstasy).
• Moderation If you choose to drink, do so in
  moderation. If you cant drink in moderation, get
  help!!!
• Slow Down Alcohol Poisoning sometimes happens
  because people drink too much in a short time
  period. Skip the drinking games, chugging, beer
  bongs, funnels or other rapid consumption
  activities.
• Eat Food Eating during drinking events
  reduces the chance that a person will suffer from
  alcohol poisoning.
• Learn First Aid Knowing First Aid, including
  CPR, can help you deal with alcohol poisoning.

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Alcohol Poisoning

• Symptoms of Alcohol Poisoning
• Unable to wake the person with loud shouting or
  vigorous shaking.
• Inability of the aroused person to stay awake
  for more than 2-3 minutes.
• Slow, irregular breathingfewer than 8 breaths
  per minute/10-second lapses in breathing.
• Weak, very rapid, or very slow pulse.
• Cold, clammy, pale, or bluish skin.
• Vomiting while passed out or not awakening
  after vomiting.

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Alcohol Poisoning

• What to Do If You Suspect Alcohol Poisoning
  (Overdosing)
• If someone looks like they are overdosing, act
  quickly and follow these steps
• Call For Help!!! (117 for Germany, 911 for USA,
  Staff Duty, MPs, Combat Life Saver, Ambulance,
  etc.)
• Stay with the person until help arrives. Do not
  leave the person alone, even for a moment.
• Put the person on his/her side, arm under their
  head, to prevent choking on vomit.
• Be prepared to give Emergency Medical personnel
  as much information as possible, including any
  drugs or medications the person may have taken.

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Alcohol Poisoning

• What Not To Do if You Suspect Alcohol Poisoning
• Do NOT hesitate to call for help! The persons
  life is in dangerbetter safe than sorry.
• Do NOT leave the person alone. The person may
  seem OK, but the alcohol she/he ingested may take
  some time to be absorbed in the brain.
• Do NOT leave the person on his/her back. The
  person could choke on his/her vomit.
• Do NOT try to give the person anything to eat
  or drinkthis could cause choking.
• Do NOT put the person in a cold shower. They
  could drown, pass out or go into shock.

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Alcohol Poisoning

• The Right Thing To Do
• Make conscious choices about drinking. When you
  drink, remember each situation is different and
  you have several choices to make. Some good
  choices are
• Identify a Battle Buddy and take him/her with
  you.
• I'll say no when I don't really want a drink.
  (Even if you choose to drink, you don't have to
  drink at every party or every time you meet
  friends at a bar.)
• I'll switch to (Coke, tonic water, or some other)
  non-alcoholic alternative when I reach my limit.
• I'll go home at (set a time).
• I'll plan in advance for a safe way to get home.
  I won't drive if I've had anything to drink and I
  won't ride with a driver who has been drinking.
• I'll have only ____ drinks.
• I won't play drinking games.
• I'll spend only a set amount of money on drinking
  and I'll take only that much with me. I won't
  borrow for booze.
• I won't drink out of boredom. If I'm bored I'll
  go home.

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Alcohol Poisoning Quiz

• TRUE OR FALSE
• Alcohol is a mood altering stimulant.
• FALSE - Alcohol is a mood altering drug that
  depresses bodily functions.
• Drinking coffee or taking a cold shower will
  sober you up.
• FALSE - Nothing but time will sober a drunk.
• The affects that alcohol has on the body vary
  according to the individual.
• TRUE - The affect that alcohol has on you is
  dependant on your sex, your weight, how fast you
  metabolize alcohol, the situation, your mood, and
  presence of food in the stomach. If you are a
  woman, the affects also depend on the time of
  your menstrual cycle and if you are on the birth
  control pill.
• The most serious consequence of consuming alcohol
  is a hangover in the morning.
• FALSE - The consumption of enough alcohol will
  cause passing out, black out, inappropriate
  behavior and even death. This level is dependant
  on the individual.
• Blood alcohol charts are a safe and accurate
  means of determining how much alcohol is
  circulating in your blood stream.
• FALSE - Often these charts only take into account
  your weight and the number of drinks that you
  have drank. These charts can be used as a
  guideline, but there are no guarantees to their
  validity in regards to you.

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Alcohol Poisoning Quiz

• TRUE OR FALSE
• If an intoxicated person is semiconscious, you
  should encourage vomiting.
• FALSE - Encouraging the semiconscious person to
  vomit could cause choking and/or aspiration.
• Women respond to alcohol differently than men do.
  
• TRUE - Women respond more quickly to alcohol due
  to their smaller body size and body fat
  distribution, a decreased amount of alcohol
  metabolizing enzyme, and due to increased
  hormonal changes.
• Alcohol increases your sexual drive and ability.
• TRUE AND FALSE - Alcohol decreases your
  inhibitions, which factor into an increased
  sexual drive. However, alcohol decreases sexual
  functioning and is linked to the reduction of the
  male hormone testosterone.
• It is okay to put your drunk, passed out friend
  to bed and go back to the party.
• FALSE - NEVER LEAVE AN INTOXICATED PERSON ALONE.
  Stay with the person and frequently assess them
  for alcohol poisoning.

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Review

• In Closing, Remember
• Dont drink and drive!!
• Utilize Unit Safe Ride Home Programs!
• Know your limits!
• Dont be afraid to call for help!
• Be aware of your surroundings!
• Always have a battle buddy and take care of
  each other!

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Reintegration Safety Tasks

• AE 3.5 Complete USAREUR Off-Duty Risk
  Assessment Card and receive Pre-Block leave
  safety briefing.
• AE 3.6 View applicable Safe Driving Video

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Driving in Europe
To Complete this reintegration task you need to
view the appropriate safe driving video. These
videos can be obtained from your local TASC or
Installation Safety Office. To find you local
Training Support Center. (Click on a screen below
to list the TSC offices)
NOTE These video presentations are currently
being converted to streaming video to link
directly into this presentation.
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Reintegration Safety Tasks

• AE 3.5 Complete USAREUR Off-Duty Risk
  Assessment Card and receive Pre-Block leave
  safety briefing.
• AE 3.6 View applicable Safe Driving Video

Reintegration Safety Tasks are Complete!
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POV Safety Checklist
USAREUR Off-Duty Risk Assessment Card
Alcohol Safety Tips 1) Dont drink and drive,
boat or swim. 2) Use designated driver when going
out to drink. If no transportation is available
call Staff Duty or MP. You will not be penalized
for using common sense. See numbers below. 3)
Drink in moderation. Alcohol is poisonous. 4)
Do not go to unknown bars and clubs by yourself.
Phone Numbers Staff Duty _______________________
______________ Taxi ____________________________
_____________
Just because your vehicle passed an inspection
last time you registered it doesnt mean your car
will always be safe. Check your vehicle
thoroughly before each trip and use common
sense.
Yes No 1) Check
tires ensure plenty of tread _____ _____
proper air pressure
_____ _____ 2) Ensure you have a full tank of
gas _____ _____ 3) Windshield wipers are
functional _____ _____ 4) Window washer
fluid is full _____ _____ 5)
Ensure all lights traffic, signal, _____
_____ flashers and interior lights are
working 6) Check oil level
_____ _____ Change oil every
3000 miles or every 3 months 7) Brakes function
properly _____ _____ 8) Safety
equipment
Seatbelts _____ _____
Child Restraints
_____ _____
First Aid Kit _____ _____
Warning Triangle _____
_____ Spare tire
tools _____ _____
Flashlight _____ _____
Water, blanket
_____ _____ 9) Vehicle in sound condition
_____ _____ 10) Emergency auto
insurance _____ _____
Use this card to assess the risks involved in
your off duty activity. First, honestly evaluate
your personal risk level. Then, analyze the
details and characteristics of your planned
travel. Inspect you vehicle using the enclosed
check list. Upon the completion of your
assessment, brief the results to your First Line
Supervisor or NCO/Officer in your Chain of
Command.
Safe Drivers Pledge I pledge to always make sure
everyone in my vehicle buckles up! I pledge to
obey all traffic laws and maintain the proper
speed and separation distance for
all situations. I pledge to be a responsible
driver. I pledge to stay alert while driving. I
pledge to never take safety for granted. I
pledge to not drink and drive I will use a
designated driver, call for a ride, find other
transportation or make other arrangements if
impaired. ________________________
_______________ Signature
Date
Safety Card
Name ___________________________ Unit
____________________________ Date
____________________________ Emergency POC
__________________ Emergency Contact
______________ 1st Line Supervisor
_______________ (or NCO/Officer who issued you
your safety briefing)
Off-Duty Mission Brief __________________________
_______ ____________ Signature of First
Line Leader Briefed Date
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Trip Assessment Worksheet Time/Distance
Trip Assessment Worksheet
Individual Risk Assessment
Risk Factors Destination ________________________
______________ Activity /
Purpose _________________________________ Distanc
e _______________ Duration ________________ Ris
k (chart opposite) Low Moderate High
Ex High Time of Departure _________ ____
Low (complete trip prior to 2000 hrs) ____
Moderate (complete trip prior to 2200 hrs) ____
High (complete trip prior to 2400 hrs) ____ Ex
High (complete trip after 2400 hrs) Hours of
Sleep in Last 24 hrs _________ ____ Low ( 7 hrs
or more) ____ Moderate ( 5-7 hrs) ____ High (
3-5 hrs) ____ Ex High ( less than 3 hrs) Time
of Return _________ ____ Low (complete trip
prior to 2000 hrs) ____ Moderate (complete trip
prior to 2200 hrs) ____ High (complete trip
prior to 2400 hrs) ____ Ex High (complete trip
after 2400 hrs) Hours of Sleep in Last 24 hrs
_________ ____ Low ( 7 hrs or more) ____
Moderate ( 5-7 hrs) ____ High ( 3-5 hrs) ____
Ex High ( less than 3 hrs) Risk Assessment
Chart Overall Risk Level (circle)
Low Moderate High Ex
High
Controls Alternate
Transportation (bus, train) Assistant Driver

Rest Breaks / Overnight
Additional Leave

RESIDUAL RISK (circle) Low
Moderate High Ex High
Risk Factors (Circle the appropriate categories
and corresponding points) Sex
Female ( 0 pts) Male (5
pts) Age yrs (1 pt)
20 23 yrs
( 6 pts)
24 - 28 yrs
( 3 pts)
29-33 yrs (
2 pts) Grade E1, E8-E9, W1,
W2, 01 ( 1 pt)
E2, O2, E6 E7
(2 pts)
E3, E5 (3
pts) E4
( 4
pts) Driving Record DUI
(17 pts)
Accident at-fault
(12 pts)
Reckless Driving/Speeding (7 pts)
(Over 20 MPH)
Moving
violation/Speeding (3 pts)
(Over 10 MPH) Personnel
Concerns Stress or family problems (12
pts) (Death in
family/arrest/alcohol or drug
abuse/financial
problems/counseled for
poor performance in past 6
months) Driving Skills Less than 3 yrs
experience (3 pts)
Habitually speeds, fails to use (6
pts) seat
belts, motorcycle helmet
Drives a motorcycle
(8 pts) TOTAL Add all circled
points _____pts
Risk Assessment Chart Extremely High Risk
25 pts Moderate Risk 15-19 pts High Risk
20-24 pts Low Risk
Controls Attend Defensive Driving Course
(-10 pts) Attend
Accident Avoidance Course
(-10 pts) Counseling by 1st Line Supervisor
( -7 pts) Counseling
by Commander/1SGT (
- 8 pts) RESIDUAL RISK
_____pts
Risk Assessment Chart Extremely High Risk 25
pts Moderate Risk 15-19 pts High Risk
20-24 pts Low Risk 15 pts
Vehicle Safety Tips 1) Adjust your driving speed
for traffic, road conditions and weather. 2)
Get plenty of rest before preparing to drive long
distances. Fatigue is a major accident cause.
3) Always use your seat belts. Children under
12 years old require child or booster seats. You
are responsible to ensure everyone in your
vehicle wears their seat belts. 4) Pay
ATTENTION! Stay focused on your driving. Dont
be distracted by your cell phone, passengers, CD
or tape cassette player. 5) Talking on the cell
phone while driving is hazardous and against the
law. 6) NEVER, EVER drink and drive. Drive
defensively, because one in 20 drivers is drunk!