Safety

What commanders need to know

1) Establish you own unit level safety management system that meets the requirements of the MCSMS framework, including a published command safety policy and mission statement. Disseminate the policy statement to all personnel within 30 days after assumption of command. A review of the MCSMS will be included as part of an in brief by the commander to all new personnel within seven days of joining the command. Commands, units, and activities shall post the policy statement on all official bulletin boards and by other means as appropriate. The policy statement will reflect the commander's commitment to operational excellence, and the critically important requirement to continuously identify hazards, assess risk, and implement controls.
2) Organize, staff, and maintain a safety office as required by Chapter 3, Safety Organization and Staffing of this Order. Assign SOH responsibilities to qualified personnel.
3) In accordance with Chapter 7, Safety Programming and Budget, review and coordinate budget requirements, requests, program objective memorandum, and budget submissions for SOH. Ensure that each command, unit, and activity has sufficient authority and responsibility to plan for and ensure funds for their SOH staff, their equipment, materials, and the required training to implement an effective SOH program.
4) Ensure that senior management, middle management, and first-line supervisory personnel receive SOH training and support the SOH program.
5) Ensure all personnel are fully aware of their MCSMS obligations and personal responsibilities. Establish clear lines of accountability.
6) All other responsibilities of the Marine Corps Safety Management System can be found in the references above.”https://www.pendleton.marines.mil/Main-Menu/Staff-Agencies/Safety/Safety-Programs/Starting-A-Ground-Safety-Program/

Helpful Links

CMC Safety Division - https://www.safety.marines.mil/
Naval Safety Command - https://navalsafetycommand.navy.mil/
OSHA Federal Safety - https://www.osha.gov/
National Institute for Occupation Safety and Health (NIOSH) - https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/index.htm
Marine Corps Safety Program - MCO 5100.29C
Marine Corps Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Program Manual - NAVMC 5100.8

For additional information, please contact E-Mail MSgt Strickland 760-763-6410 or CPEN_SAFETY_HELP@usmc.mil

What you need to know

1) All units and Facilities Maintenance aboard the base can be monetarily fined by the Air Pollution Control District for untested building demolition, construction or rehabilitation
2) All units and facilities maintenance need to have buildings tested prior to demolition, construction, or rehabilitation.
3) All personnel working with lead or asbestos need to be appropriately trained and have their training records sent to the Asbestos / Lead Program Manager. (Information Below)
4) Asbestos and Lead are proven carcinogens, and are the cause of multiple types of cancer.

For additional information, please contact our Installation Asbestos / Lead Program Manager E-Mail Mr. Briel, 760-763-7853 or CPEN_SAFE_TRNG@usmc.mil

Federal Regulation on Asbestos Exposure - 29 CFR 1910.1001
​Federal Regulation on Lead Exposure - 29 CFR 1910.1025
OSHA Fact Sheet on Asbestos
OSHA Fact Sheet on Lead

What you need to know

Bloodborne pathogens are infectious microorganisms in human blood that can cause disease in humans. These pathogens include, but are not limited to, hepatitis B (HBV), hepatitis C (HCV) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Needlesticks and other sharps-related injuries may expose workers to bloodborne pathogens. Workers in many occupations, including first responders, housekeeping personnel in some industries, nurses and other healthcare personnel, all may be at risk for exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

What you need to do

1) Review your Industrial Hygiene Survey to see if there is occupational exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens, or contact Industrial Hygiene if you believe personnel can potentially be exposed to them.
2) Where potential occupational exposure exists; each unit or department shall establish a written Exposure Control Plan with help from the Industrial Hygiene / Medical Treatment Facility that is designed to eliminate or minimize employee exposure.
3) The Exposure Control Plan shall be accessible to employees.
4) The Exposure Control Plan shall be reviewed and updated at least annually and whenever necessary to reflect new or modified tasks and procedures which affect occupational exposure and to reflect new or revised employee positions with occupational exposure.
5) Each unit or department shall train each employee with occupational exposure initially and annually thereafter in accordance with the OSHA Standard. Such training must be provided at no cost to the employee and during working hours.

For additional information, please contact our Installation Bloodborne Pathogens Program Manager E-Mail Ms. Lewis, 760-763-5324 or CPen_Safety_Help@usmc.mil

OSHA Fact Sheet on Bloodborne Pathogens
OSHA Resource Page
Sample Exposure Control Plan
NAVMC 5100.8 Chapter 20  - Marine Corps Bloodborne Pathogens Program

What you need to know

1) Identify all confined spaces in the footprint of your facility or any confined spaces your employees may need to do work in outside your facility.
2) Put a sign on your confined spaces and secure them so they cannot be accessed accidentally.
3) Determine whether your people will need to enter them for any reason
A) If your people will need to enter those spaces - contact the Installation Confined Space Program Manager to help you set up a program.
B) If your people will not need to enter those spaces - contact the installation Confined Space Program Manager to verify your spaces are on the installation inventory.
4) Train all your personnel on where your spaces are located, and that they are not authorized to enter them unless they have a Confined Space Permit.

Examples of Confined Spaces 

Manholes - Water Bowls - Fuelcons - Sixcons - Utility Vaults - Communication Vaults - Facility crawl spaces

For additional information, please contact our Installation Confined Space Program Manager E-Mail Mr. Esguerra, 760-763-0254 or CPEN_SAFETY_HELP@usmc.mil

Federal Regulation on General Industry Confined Space - 29 CFR 1910.146
Federal Regulation on Construction Confined Space - 29 CFR 1926.1203
Marine Corps Confined Space Entry Program - NAVMC 5100.8 Chapter 14
Confined Space Identification and Evaluation Form

What you need to know

1) All units with 10 or more people need a written plan that is posted in the workplace and available for review.
2) A unit must review their emergency action plan with employees when the plan is developed or changed,  when new employees onboard, when the plan is changed, or when the employees responsibilities in the plan are changed.
3) An Emergency Evacuation Diagram can not be substituted for an Emergency Action Plan, but can be a part of it.
4) Emergencies covered in an emergency action plan can be fire, earthquakes, active shooter,  or any other plausible emergency.
5) Emergency action drills should be conducted as often as necessary to keep personnel prepared.

For additional information, please contact our Fire and Life Safety Program Manager E-Mail Mr. Phillips, 760-763-2227 or CPEN_SAFETY_HELP@usmc.mil

Federal Regulation on Emergency Action Plans - 29 CFR 1910.38
OSHA E-TOOL for Emergency Action Plan Development
Emergency Action Plan Template

What you need to know

1) Identify all areas and operations that require Fall Protection. The DON Fall Protection Guide states that Fall Protection must be provided to DON civilians and military personnel exposed to Fall-Hazards on any elevated walking/working surface with unprotected sides, edges, or floor openings from which there is a possibility of falling 4 FEET or more to lower level including working from fixed ladders; or where there is a possibility of a fall from any height, onto dangerous equipment, into hazardous environment or onto an impalement hazard.
2) Evaluate these areas or operations using the Fall Hazard Survey form
3) Write up appropriate fall protection plans and an appropriate Job Hazard Analysis for each area and location.
4) If your personnel require Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS) please send them to Fall Protection Authorized User training at the Installation Safety Office.
5) Ensure they are issued appropriate systems based on their need (Arrest, positioning, restraint) and size (harnesses).

Examples of Fall Hazards

Roofs, Towers, Aerial Lifts, Manhole Edges, Wetwell Edges, Aircraft Maintenance, Vehicle Operations and Maintenance, Cliffside, Reservoir Maintenance.

For additional information, please contact our Fall Protection Program Manager E-Mail Mr. Phillips, 760-763-2227 or CPEN_SAFETY_HELP@usmc.mil

Department of Navy Fall Protection Guide Program Startup 
Federal Regulation on General Industry Fall Protection SUBPART D (Walking Working Surfaces) - 29 CFR 1910.146 
Federal Regulation on General Industry Fall Protection SUBPART F (Aerial Lifts, Bucket Trucks - 29 CFR 1910.146
Marine Corps Confined Space Entry Program - NAVMC 5100.8 Chapter 18

What you need to know

1) All equipment and machinery shall be locked out or tagged out to protect against accidental or inadvertent start-up, or operation that may cause injury to personnel performing maintenance, service, repair, or modifications to machinery or equipment.
2) Ensure all Marine Corps personnel who could be exposed to hazardous energy sources receive formal training in the purpose and function of the Lockout/Tagout Program.
3) Ensure the Lockout/Tagout Program is implemented and followed within their area of cognizance. Supervisors and individuals will be held accountable for any failure to comply with the Lockout/Tagout Program, and overriding or removing any lockout/tagout device without authorization.
4) Designate in writing a lockout/tagout coordinator(s) who is delegated responsibility and authority for controlling and administering the lockout/tagout program for their area of cognizance. Send a copy of this letter to the ISM or unit safety officer.
5) Ensure the Lockout/Tagout Program is evaluated using NAVMC 11402, Lockout/Tagout Program Evaluation, figure 12-1.

For additional information, please contact our Lockout/Tagout Program Manager E-Mail Mr. Rodriguez at 760-763-5320 or CPEN_SAFETY_HELP@usmc.mil

Federal Regulation on Lockout / Tagout (LOTO) - 29 CFR 1910.147
Marine Corps Regulation on Lockout Tagout – NAVMC Dir 5100.8 Chapter 12
Awareness training on Lockout / Tagout (LOTO)

Scope

To provide general information to safety reporting and state the various responsibilities for mishap, hazard (including near-misses) and incident notification, investigation, reporting, and record keeping for the Navy and Marine Corps.

What you need to know

Mishaps result in damaged or destroyed equipment; injuries and fatalities to Sailors, Marine, and civilians; and degraded Navy and Marine Corps warfighting potential.  When mishaps and near-misses occur, we must investigate them thoroughly in order to identify the factors and causes; then devise sufficient control to prevent their reoccurrence.  We must continuously assess our operating environment and while at home or off-duty to identify hazardous conditions and risks so that we may take proactive measures to reduce risk before mishaps occur.

All Navy and Marine Corps commands and activities must protect the public from risk of death, injury, illness or property damage; military personnel from accidental death, injury or work-related illness; and DoD civilian personnel from work related death, injury or illness because of Navy and Marine Corps operations.

All Navy and Marine Corps commands and activities must notify, investigate, report and maintain records of all mishaps, hazards (including near-misses) and incidents as required under these orders.

Risk Management Information-Streamlined Incident Reporting (RMI-SIR) is the only official database of record for the Navy and Marine Corps at https://afsas.safety.af.mil/  to request an account via CAC enabled workstation.

For additional information, please contact our MCI-West Mishap Investigator E-Mail Mr. Briel,  760-763-7853 or CPEN_SAFE_TRNG@usmc.mil

The references listed are not all inclusive.  However, these are the most vital to Mishap Investigation and Reporting Program.

References

29 CFR 1904- Recording and Reporting Occupational Injuries and Illness
DoDI 6055.07- Mishap Notification, Investigation, Reporting and Recordkeeping
MCO 3504.2A- Operations Event/Incident Report (OPREP-3) Reporting
MCO 5100.29C Vol 9- Navy and Marine Corps Safety Investigation and Reporting Manual
OPNAVINST 5102.1E- Navy Safety Investigation and Reporting Program|
SECNAVINST 12810.2A- Federal Employees Compensation Act Program (FECA)TED 01-00-015- U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Instruction- OSHA Technical Manual

Scope

 Camp Pendleton Installation Radiation Safety Manger (IRSM) provides oversight, guidance and assistance to all tenant Commands and other organizations aboard Camp Pendleton that appropriate, maintain an inventory of, operate, store, ship, or dispose of assets containing radioactive isotopes.  The goal of the Radiation Safety Program is to minimize the exposures of personnel to these materials and to keep occupational radiation exposures as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) and never exceed the federal limits.

The IRSM and Safety Division personnel no longer accept receipt of other organizations Low Level Radioactive Waste (LLRW) assets slated for disposal.

What you need to know

All units/organizations that have personnel using or exposed to ionizing/non-ionizing radiation must have a Radiation Safety Manager (RSM) trained by MARCORLOGCOM personnel.  They may have any number of personnel assigned to them as a Radiation Protection Assistant (RPA).  RPA’s are the personnel most likely handling and dealing with the day to day operations involving radiation hazards.  RPA’s are trained for their specific sites and duties by their unit RSM.

Disposal of LLRW assets is done through MARCORLOGCOM and NAVSEADETRASO.  Units must receive disposition for disposal through MARCORLOGCOM and then contact NAVSEADETRASSO for scheduling the pickup and disposal of the assets.  Both have a milSuite page that has contact information and the processes for disposal, see links below:

For additional information, please contact our Radiation Program Manager E-Mail Mr. Townsend at 760-763-5328 or CPEN_SAFETY_HELP@usmc.mil.

MCO 5100.29C, Volume 7
NAVSEA S0420-AA-RAD-010, Radiological Affairs Support Program Manual (NOTAL)
MARCORLOGCOM milSuite site:  https://www.milsuite.mil/book/groups/marine-corps-radiation-safety-program-members-only
NAVSEADETRASO milSuite site:  https://www.milsuite.mil/book/groups/navsea-det-raso-llrw

Recreation and Off-Duty Safety Program MCO 5100.29C Volume 5

Scope

The Marine Corps is committed to the safety of all Marines, their families, and the public. This commitment extends to all recreational and off-duty activities, as the loss of personnel to mishaps adversely affects both unit readiness and our Marines’ families and communities. An effective RODS program is vital to individual and unit health, and overall operational readiness.

What you need to know

Commander’s intent regarding RODS will be included in the SOH Order. Commanders should regularly emphasize RODS RM. Members participating in High-Risk Recreational Activities must review their plan with the Unit Safety Officer before engaging in the activity.

High-Risk Activity examples

Skydiving, Paragliding, Scuba Diving, white Water Rafting, Kayaking, Vehicle Racing, Remote Hiking/Camping, and Rodeo participation. DOD mishaps related will follow the reporting, investigation, and recordkeeping requirements in accordance with reference (DODI 6055.07, and MCO 5100.29c Vol. 9) Self-Assessment and management evaluation RODS will be included as a standard element under the command annual SOH Self-Assessment detailed in Volume 1 Chapter 4 of this order.

REQUIRED TRAINING

This paragraph details the minimum requirements for all RODS programs. Additional training requirements may be developed at all levels of command to support regional, installation, activity, or local programs.

SAFETY COUNCILS AND COMMITTEES

Safety councils and committees will include RODS as a standard agenda item.

COMMUNICATION

Supplementary RODS materials should be posted in public spaces to reinforce the requirements of this policy. These materials may include emails, social media messages, articles, pamphlets, signage, and other command approved communication mediums.

For additional information, please contact our RODS Program Manager E-Mail Mr. Sparks at 760-763-4818 or CPEN SAFETY HELP@usmc.mil

MCB CAMPEN Heat Injury Prevention Program MCIWEST-MCB CAMPEN ORDER 6200.4

What you need to know

1) Identify whether or not your personnel require or are allowed respiratory protection for their operations using the latest Industrial Hygiene survey or by contacting the Installation Respiratory Protection Program Manager.
2) If respiratory protection is required or allowed, a Respiratory Protection Program Manager must be designated by the commanding Officer and trained per the order.
3) If respiratory protection is required or allowed, a Respiratory Protection Program must be written, disseminated, and made available to affected employees.
4) All respirator users must have a valid fit card, provided by the Respiratory Protection Program Manager, given to them after they have been medically surveilled, annually trained, and annually fit tested.
5) All Respiratory Protection Programs must be audited annually to ensure the program's effectiveness.

Examples of Respirators

Half Face Air Purifying (HFAP)
Full Face Air Purifying (FFAP)
Powered Air Purifying Respiratory (PAPR)
Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)

** Voluntary Use Respiratory Protection ** - If the command allows the use of filtering face-piece respirators (N95, P100) for nuisance level toxic atmospheres, please contact the Installation Respiratory Protection Program Manager for details on how to protect your personnel.

For additional information, please contact our Installation Respiratory Protection Program Manager E-Mail Mr. Esguerra at 760-763-0254 or CPEN_SAFETY_HELP@usmc.mil

Federal Regulation on General Industry Respiratory Protection - 29 CFR 1910.134
OSHA Factsheet on Respirable Silica
Marine Corps Respiratory Protection Program - NAVMC 5100.8 Chapter 13 (13008)

What you need to know

1) All trenches and excavations must be free of recognized hazards.
2) All trenches and excavations require inspection by a command designated (in writing) competent person to ensure stability and safety.
3) All trenches and excavations that are 4 feet in depth or greater require a safe means of egress (ladder, stairway, ramp).
4) All trenches and excavations that are 5 feet in depth or greater require a protective system to safeguard personnel health (shoring, shielding, sloping, benching).
5) All trenches and excavations are assumed the classification of (Type C soil) unless they pass physical and visual tests by the competent person.
6) All trenches and excavations that are 4 feet in depth or greater are considered a confined space, and must be treated accordingly.

For any and help with this please contact the Installation Confined Space Program Manager Mr.Waldren at 760-763-2366.

OSHA 29 CFR 1926.650 - Subpart P - Excavations
OSHA Fact Sheet - Trenching and Excavation
Trenching and Excavation Daily Inspection Template
OSHA Competent Person Role and Responsibility

What you need to know

1) The Marine Corps is required to identify and control the storage, use, handling, and disposal of hazardous materials.
2) All Marine Corps personnel shall handle, transport, use, and dispose of hazardous materials in a manner that safeguards personnel, property, and the environment.
3) All personnel working with hazardous materials must receive hazard communication training in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.1200 and DOD training requirements.
4) Commanders, department heads, and directors are ultimately responsible for ensuring use and disposal of hazardous materials is done so in accordance with pertinent references.
5) Supervisors of personnel coming in contact with hazardous materials shall create an inventory and turn it in to their unit safety officer, or if there is none, the installation safety office. Supervisors shall also attempt to substitute for less hazardous materials whenever possible, ensure Safety Data Sheets are available to all affected personnel, ensure all hazardous materials are maintained in approved, properly labeled containers. Finally, Supervisors shall ensure all personnel working with hazardous materials are trained in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.1200, and that all used or outdated hazardous materials are reutilized or disposed of per Marine Corps, Federal, State, and installation requirements.
6) The use, storage, and handling of Liquid oxygen and lithium batteries have specialized requirements that need to be followed by units using them.

For additional information, please contact our Hazard Communication Program Manager 760-763-4818 or CPEN_SAFETY_HELP@usmc.mil

Marine Corps Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Program Manual - NAVMC 5100.8 Chapter 17
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200 - Hazard Communication
DOD Instruction 6050.5 - DoD Hazard Communication (HAZCOM) Program
MCO 5090.2A - Marine Corps Environmental Compliance and Protection Manual

What you need to know

1) All military shall be enrolled in their unit’s hearing conservation program.
2) All civilian personnel working in noise hazardous areas are enrolled in the hearing conservation program.
3) Personnel included in the hearing conservation program receive a hearing test, Hearing Protective Device (HPD) fitting, and refresher training during their annual medical evaluation.
4) Contact the Industrial Hygienist to identify and test potential “High Noise” areas. Use Hazardous Noise Warning Decals, NAVMED 6260/2, NSN 0105-GLF-004-7200 (8" X 10.5") and Hazardous Noise Warning Labels, NAVMED 6260/2A, NSN 0105-LF-004-7800 (1" X 1.5") to designate hazardous noise areas and equipment
5) Ensure all personnel that enter or work in designated hazardous noise areas receive training under the Hearing Conservation Program requirements of MCO 6260.1E.

For additional information, please contact our Hearing Conservation Program Manager at 760-763-4818 or CPEN_SAFETY_HELP@usmc.mil

Federal Regulation on Emergency Action Plans - 29 CFR 1910.38
OSHA E-TOOL for Emergency Action Plan Development
Emergency Action Plan Template