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Members are still required to provide proof that they have at least read the safety briefs. 

Contact Wiedke Dirks-Hunt at wtdirks (at) sbcglobal.net
 with the code word, AND the answer to the exercise in order to be compliant. Failure to do so prior to the first of the month will result in your suspension from ALL CAP activities until the next scheduled meeting. 
 

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GLR-IN-069 Monthly Safety Brief

Subjects:

1. SAFETY PLEDGE

As a Civil Air Patrol Member I pledge to promote an uncompromising safety
environment for myself and others, and to prevent the loss of, or damage to Civil
Air Patrol assets entrusted to me. I will perform all my activities in a professional
manner, and will hold myself accountable for my actions in all of our Missions for
America.

2. Read this month's brief here,
3. Code Word is in the brief.    
4. Please email Wiedke Dirks-Hunt with your name, CAPID & the code word.

Each Month:
FOR ATTENDANCE CREDIT IF YOU WERE NOT AT THE MTG.,
E-MAIL Wiedke Dirks-Hunt, Safety Officer, Col James H Kasler Senior Squadron (GLR-IN-069)
(wtdirks (at) sbcglobal.net)  .......................... BY THE LAST CALENDAR DAY OF THE MONTH

Overview:  CAPR 60-1 CH3 vs. CH 2 (By para. no.)

CAUTION:  This is only an overview.  Pilots need to study the changes in detail for full understanding.

2-5  Geographical Limits
-  No change to us, but worth reviewing:  Stay within our Wing, and don't go over 25 nm off shore 
(floatation gear required per para. 2-20).  Certain MOU flights are excluded from this requirement;  check to be sure 
if you're going outside our Wing.

2-6  Authorized Passengers
-  Emphasizes the requirement that assigned missions which carry federal, state, county, etc. 
officials cannot be conducted as transport missions (i.e. "...return with all passengers to the point of origin, 
without intermediate stops.")
-  Transport missions must be under CAP's FAA exemption (detailed elsewhere in 60-1).
-  CAPF 9 now can be left "in a secure location" vs. with a responsible CAP member.  BUT, the 
PIC has to notify a responsible CAP member of the location.

2-8  Pilot Records
-  Heading towards electronic records.  Once system is working, certain hard-copy records will 
no longer have to be kept in the PIF.

2-10  Aircraft Mishaps
-  CAP a/c mishap:  no more CAP flying, except for a flight home as a passenger.
-  Elevates pilot reinstatement to the Region level, after the CAP investigation.

2-11  Suspension
-  Incident Commander is added to those who can immediately suspend a pilot for unsafe flying.
-  Fuel mismanagement is added to fuel exhaustion as cause for permanent loss of flying privileges.

2-12  Assessments for Damage to CAP Aircraft
-  Added:  any member who contributed to the loss may also be assessed.

2-15  Duty Time Limitations
-  Can extend only for life saving missions.  PIC can request through the IC (was the Wing Commander).

2-19  Operations
General
	-  One hour fuel reserve required at normal cruise (was at 75% power).
	-  IFR:  Backed off the requirement to have two IFR pilots - now only requires that wx at
	departure airport be at least circling minimums.
	-  Min. airspeed now best angle of climb - was best rate of climb (62 vs. 73 kts in our a/c).
Ground/Taxi
	-  Simplified clearance requirements.  Now, 10 ft. from obstacle requires stopping, then 
taxiing at a slow walk pace.
-  New distances for taxiing behind other aircraft:
		-  light SE	 	50'
		-  small ME and jet	100'
		-  helicopter and large a/c	500'
	-  Deleted control inputs for wind conditions (should do it anyway).
	-  Deleted verbage about taxiing through drifts, etc.
Altitude
	-  Min clearance:  500' from anything (was 500' above anything with 1000').  Night requires 
		2000'  
	-  Recovery altitude for practicing maneuvers is now same as FARs (1500' AGL).  Was 2000'.
	-  Search altitude now 800' from any terrain (was 800' AGL).  Temporarily, 500' from 
		obstructions for evaluating a target.
2-20  Over-Water:  Be sure to check 60-1 if you do it!!!

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1. As you know, our safety record during 2002 was very disappointing, especially in flying safety. We damaged or destroyed several of our aircraft, and more importantly, we lost the lives of several dedicated volunteers so dear to us. Our hearts and prayers go out to their families.

2. For many years prior to this year, CAP had the reputation of having the best flying safety record in general aviation. Along with increasing aircraft mishaps, our bodily injuries and serious bodily injuries are on the rise, especially in the cadet ranks. We must have laser-like focus on mishap prevention if we are to turn these trends around and regain the trust and confidence of our cadet's parents and the many customers that partner with CAP in our missions for America.

3. As I ponder our safety problems, I reflect on the core values of CAP: Integrity, Volunteerism, Excellence, and Respect. These values serve as the bedrock of all that we stand for. Without safety, these values mean nothing. If we do not have a strong safety program, it means; (1) that we lack integrity in self-policing our members and all of our CAP operations and activities; (2) that our humanitarian efforts through volunteerism cannot be achieved; (3) that we have failed in our quest for excellence in service to America; and, (4) that we lack respect for the safety and welfare of our members and those we serve. So, in essence, for our core values to be fully realized, safety must be the wind beneath our wings.

4. In order to reverse these negative trends in our safety record, we must institute an organizational culture change that brings safety to the forefront of our minds. ']'o do so requires the institution of a safety goal for CAP and a serious commitment by every CAP member to attain that goal. We must optimize the safety and welfare of our members in all CAP activities, protect CAP resources and regain the stature of our organization as being the safest flying organization in general aviation.

Safety Pledge

I am proposing a 2003 Safety Pledge For All CAP Flying And Ground Activities. I propose the following pledge and ask you to spread it constantly throughout our great organization. I would like the pledge to become an integral part of the start of every CAP gathering ranging from unit meetings all the way to the National Board and Annual Conference. These meetings often begin with a recital of the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag as a reminder of our patriotism. I would like the Pledge of Allegiance to be followed by a recital of the CAP 2003 Safety Pledge.

The 2003 Safety Pledge For All CAP Flying And Ground Activities:

I pledge to do my part to foster a safe environment during all CAP activities, to be a responsible steward of CAP resources and to fully prepare myself for the challenging missions that serve America.

Thank you all for your great service to CAP and the nation. I look forward to reciting this pledge with you.

RICHARD L. BOWLING Major General, CAP Commander

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1.  Safety:  Safety is and will continue to be the number one goal confronting this Wing.  It is and will always be an integral part of every activity whether at the Squadron or Wing level. It is the duty of each of us to be aware of safety as we participate in all of our activities.

2.  Responsibility:  We are cognizant that all programs have to be correctly executed at the Squadron level to be successful.  This will include the monthly safety meetings, workshops that focus on the safety of each individual in the unit.   Starting with the newest member to the most senior member, the total unit should be striving for zero tolerance for unsafe attitudes and actions.  Feedback from each member of the unit should be solicited, considered and acted upon.  “The Sentinel” (the official safety newsletter of Civil Air Patrol) is mandatory as a source of information useful for the monthly safety briefing.  Squadron Commander:  “It is your responsibility to assure that this safety policy is carried out.”

Also Commanders must:

o       Post this policy in a conspicuous place for viewing by all squadron members.

o       Know the members under their command, as well as the capabilities and limitations of each of these members.

o       Monitor the environment for hazards; immediately correct and then report all that is hazardous.

o       Enforce compliance with all applicable safety and health standards, technical data and procedures; enforce proper use of all equipment.

 3        Goal:  The ultimate goal is to accomplish ALL CAP activities, both mission and non-mission related in the atmosphere of safety, and we all must insist on strict compliance with the regulations and safe operating practices.  Accidents and mishaps cause a loss of personnel and assets which we cannot afford if we are to effectively accomplish our mission for America and the State of Indiana.

                                  THINK SAFETY     ACT SAFELY     BE SAFE

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