TRAINEE GUIDE - Recruit Training Command - The US Navy

TRAINEE GUIDE A-950-0001
C. Topic Outline
1. Introduction
OUTLINE SHEET 5-05-1 (continued)
2. Navy Operational Risk Management (ORM)
a. ORM is a process used by the Navy to minimize risks to an
acceptable level when considering the goal of the mission; i.e.,
is accomplishing the mission worth the risks?
b. Used by Navy personnel of all levels to:
(1) Increase operational effectiveness by anticipating hazards.
(2) Reduce the potential for loss by increasing the probability
of success.
c. All personnel are responsible for reporting any mishaps, near
mishaps, and hazardous conditions that are observed.
(1) Mishap
(a) Any unexpected event causing:
1 Personal injury, occupational illness, or death.
2 Material loss or damage.
(b) An explosion, with or without damage.
(2) Near mishap--An act or event in which injury or damage was
avoided by mere chance.
(3) Hazardous condition--A workplace condition that might
result in a mishap.
d. During this laboratory, students must:
(1) Be alert for hazards.
(2) Determine the risk posed by any hazard.
(3) If you determine the risk is significant, call a Training
Time Out.
3. Safety Procedures for Handling and Firing Small Arms
a. Safety is the NUMBER 1 concern at Recruit Training Command’s
indoor range.
b. Basic safety rules for small arms are as follows:
(1) ALWAYS assume the weapon is loaded when you first pick it
up.
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