By Lisa Casterline 22nd ARW Public Affairs McConnell s wing safety office has recently been awarded the Air Force Chief of Safety Outstanding Achievement Award for Ground Safety for its efforts in 2000.
Safety is everyone, the whole team being safe.
Bases are divided into categories according to size and all Air Force bases distribute safety information, but success is based on how the information is distributed and how it is put into action. The 22nd Air Refueling Wing s hard work and determination has paid off. This is the second year they have been the recipient of the award, winning it in 1999 as well. Nolan Rayne, assistant ground safety manager, of the offices back to back win. The safety office uses programs and techniques, such as bulletins, education and training, to help implement safety procedures base-wide.