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Vol. 74, No. 17 Tinker Air Force Base, Okla. Friday, April 29, 2016

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Tinker Events Calendar

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Spring CCAF graduation set

for May 5Page 4

AFMC’s Wingman

Intervention program still going strong

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General Goldfein

nominated as 21st CSAF

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Gen. Robin Rand, commander of

Air Force Global Strike Command, visited Tinker this

week. See next week’s paper for

full coverage.

KC-46 public meeting held507th Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs

Air Force officials held a KC-46A scoping meeting April 21 in Midwest City, where the public and interested state and federal agencies were invited to ask questions and provide feedback regarding the process of choosing a Reserve-led KC-46A third main operating base, or MOB 3.

The preferred alternative location for the KC-46A MOB 3 mission is Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, N.C., while the three reasonable alternative locations

Local resident Phyllis Klein is greeted by Tim Taylor, an environmental health specialist with the 72nd Air Base Wing Civil Engineer Environmental Compliance Office, at the KC-46A public scoping meeting April 21 at the Sheraton Reed Conference Center in Midwest City.

Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Lauren GleasonSee Meeting page 7.

Up to the challenge

Air Force photo by Kelly White

Col. Stephanie Wilson, 72nd Air Base Wing commander, speaks to cadets from six Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps units from the surrounding areas at the April 22 Tinker JROTC Community Outreach Event, hosted by the 349th Recruiting Squadron. Colonel Wilson encouraged the cadets to dream big. “The future is yours,” she said. “We’re cheering you on as the future of this nation.” The six participating JROTC units were from Carl Albert High School, Edmond North High School, Southeast High School, John Marshall High School, Midwest City High School and Choctaw High School. (See more photos on pages 8-9)

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Enlisted corps bestows highest honor upon General WelshAirman 1st Class Alexa Culbert42nd Air Base Wing Public Affairs

MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE, Ala. (AFNS) — Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III was inducted into the Air Force Order of the Sword during a ceremony April 22 in Montgomery, Ala.

An ancient tradition adopted by the Air Force in 1967, the Order of the Sword is the highest level of honor and tribute the enlisted corps can give its leaders. The sword symbolizes honor, truth, justice and power, and the induction distinguishes a leader among leaders.

Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Cody presented the sword to Welsh, and he explained that the Order of the Sword is for those leaders who have made significant contributions to the enlisted corps.

“Tonight, the entire Air Force is honoring you, all of the enlisted Airmen that you have helped,” Chief Cody said. “They are all thinking of you and saying, ‘What a great leader.’ And I can say that you have redefined what it means to be a good leader among leaders and what it means to know an Airman.”

Before the ceremony, a junior-enlisted Airman had an encounter

with Welsh that exemplified the reason why the general was being honored.

While standing and waiting for General Welsh’s arrival, Airman Andrew Dang, a 42nd Contracting Squadron contracting specialist, admitted to the surrounding chief master sergeants that he wanted to shake General Welsh’s hand. The chiefs thought this was a great idea, so when General Welsh walked by, they nudged Airman Dang toward him. The Airman quickly shook his hand but was shocked when General Welsh invited him to walk into the venue with him.

“It was such a privilege, because of all the people in the room, he chose me, an Airman to walk with him,” Airman Dang said. “I was awestricken, it was amazing. I am truly thankful.”

General Welsh has gained the reputation of reaching out and connecting with Airmen wherever he goes, and the Order of the Sword ceremony was no different. Before presenting General Welsh with the sword, Chief Cody commended the general for his concern and care for Airmen.

“This is a significant way to honor you and there is no better example of a leader who should have it, but it almost pales in comparison to what you have

given us as an Air Force,” he said.In his remarks, General Welsh

shared a story from his career that shaped his opinion of the Air Force’s enlisted corps.

While deployed during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, General Welsh said he had lost a pilot from his squadron. In his grief, he went to the chaplain’s tent where he sat alone until an Airman came in and put his arm around him and just sat with him.

“He didn’t have to check on me to see if I was OK,” General Welsh said. “He certainly didn’t have to sit there and grieve with me, and he somehow had the brilliance to not say anything or to interject his feelings about how bad he felt; he just felt it with me. I’ll never forget him, but that’s what the enlisted corps does. They do what’s necessary, and they do it when it’s necessary and they do it until it’s time to move on to the next task. They always take care of their own.”

General Welsh concluded his comments with a charge and a debt of gratitude to all Airmen.

“I do love you. Take care of each other. Lead our Airmen. Keep standing for what you stand for, and if any of you ever need help, find me. I’d be honored if you called,” he said.

Air Force photo by Scott M. Ash

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III thanks Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Cody and members of the mess during the Order of the Sword dining-in, April 22 in Montgomery, Ala. The Order of the Sword is bestowed to those who have made significant contributions to the Air Force enlisted corps, and during his speech Welsh shared experiences in his career that shaped his opinion of the enlisted corps.

General Goldfein nominated as 21st CSAFStaff Sgt. Alyssa C. GibsonSecretary of the Air Force Public Affairs

WASHINGTON (AFNS) — Defense Secretary Ash Carter announced April 26 that the president has nominated Air Force Vice Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein to be the 21st chief of staff of the Air Force, succeeding Gen. Mark A. Welsh III, who has served in the position since 2012.

“I’m extremely humbled by the nomination to serve as the Air Force’s 21st chief of staff. If confirmed, I pledge to serve our Airmen and their families unwaveringly and honor our remarkable heritage and legacy of integrity, service and excellence,” General Goldfein said. “I also look forward to joining my fellow service chiefs as a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. General Mark and Betty Welsh continue to be exceptional stewards of our service, and Dawn and I are honored to follow in their footsteps.”

General Goldfein entered the Air Force in June 1983 as a graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy. He has been assigned to numerous operational, command and staff positions. He currently serves as the vice chief of staff, where he presides over the Air Staff and serves as a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Requirements Oversight Council and Deputy Advisory Working Group.

“I am pleased to support the nomination of General David Goldfein as our next chief of staff,” said Air Force Secretary Deborah Lee James. “General Goldfein possesses the experience and vision needed to address dynamic global challenges and increasing military demand. He knows how to build and sustain key partnerships, has important warfighting experience, and will exercise the critical judgement required to balance our manpower and resources as we shape tomorrow’s Air Force. There is not a better person to lead our Airmen into the next century of airpower dominance.”

Prior to his current position, General Goldfein was the director of the Joint Staff at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., where he assisted the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff in fulfilling his responsibilities as the principal military adviser to the president and secretary of defense.

“Dave Goldfein is an Airman who epitomizes warrior leadership, and that’s exactly what our Air Force deserves,” General Welsh said. “He connects deeply with Airmen, he supports their families relentlessly, and he absolutely recognizes the criticality of our service’s mission. Most importantly, he and Dawn understand the remarkable privilege they’ve been afforded in serving the nation.”

General Goldfein is a command pilot with more than 4,200 flying hours in the T-37 Tweet, T-38 Talon, F-16C/D Fighting Falcon, F-117A Nighthawk, MQ-9 Reaper, and MC-12W. He has flown combat missions in operations Desert Shield, Desert Storm, Allied Force, and Enduring Freedom. Goldfein has received numerous awards for his military service including the Defense Distinguished Service Medal with oak leaf cluster, the Legion of Merit with two oak leaf clusters and the Distinguished Flying Cross with Valor device and oak leaf cluster.

Gen. David L. Goldfein

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CURRENT TRAFFIC ADVISORIESGate closure: Tinker Gate (Gate 1) on Air

Depot Boulevard will be closed from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. May 1 to allow contractor personnel to conduct required inspections and maintenance. Those needing to access the base during that time are asked to use the Eaker Gate (Gate 2) at Town Center Boulevard.

Bridge closure: The bridge on Cook Avenue between Rawlings and Mitchell Avenues is closed until 5 p.m. Sept. 2 to allow the contractor to repair the spillway at the bridge.

Parking space closure: 27 parking spaces against the north end of Bldg. 2211 closed until 5 p.m. June 6 for the contractor to replace EIFS siding on north face of Bldg. 2211.

Lane, road and parking space closures: S. Staff Drive and Entrance Road “A” until 5:30 p.m. June 30 to install duct bank for new sub-station along Staff Drive and Entrance Road “A.”

Road closure: Rapcon Road from Reserve Road to Patrol Road Phase II until 4 p.m. June 15.

Parking space closure: 226 parking spaces in the parking lot surrounding Bldg. 3333 until July 1. The closure is needed to construct a new electrical sub-station in the southeast corner of the lot.

Parking space closure: 21 parking spaces first row next to Bldg. 240 (18 assigned spaces to be relocated during closure) until 5 p.m. June 12 to allow the contractor to install a new fire water main.

Road and parking closure: First Street from “D” Avenue to “B” Avenue and all parking lots on the south side of the street from 4:30 p.m. today until 6 a.m. May 2. The weekend-only closure is needed to allow the contractor to restripe all parking spaces to make them diagonal parking and turn First Street into a one-way street heading eastbound only.

CONFIRMED UTILITY OUTAGESHVAC Outage: Bldg. 9001 (2SW39 - 2SW42)

until 4 p.m. May 16 for Honeywell to replace RTU5 on the roof above the center mezzanine, which feeds the second floor comfort air

Air Force photo by R. Nial Bradshaw

An F-35C Lightning II arrives April 15 at Hill Force Base, Utah. The aircraft is the first Navy variant to arrive at the base where it will undergo depot modifications through this summer. The aircraft is assigned to the Navy’s Strike Fighter Squadron 101 at Eglin AFB, Fla.

Hill depot facility becomes first to work on all F-35 variantsAlex R. LloydOgden Air Logistics Complex

HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah (AFNS) — The Ogden Air Logistics Complex here became the first depot facility to perform modifications on all three F-35 Lightning II variants after it inducted a Navy F-35C carrier version April 15.

The F-35C was flown in from Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, by Navy Capt. Mark Weisgerber, the 33rd Fighter Wing vice commander.

“Hill has the capacity to accomplish the needed modifications and it is important to optimize the workflow within the Air Logistics Complex,” Captain Weisgerber said.

The first F-35 arrived at Hill AFB for modifications in September 2013. Since then, the depot has performed modifications on the Air Force’s fleet of conventional takeoff and landing F-35As. It also has completed work on four Marine Corps F-35B short takeoff/vertical landing aircraft, helping the Marine Corps reach initial operational capability.

For the Navy’s carrier variant, the complex’s 570th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, along with Lockheed Martin, will perform structural upgrades, low-observable restoration and system modifications that will enhance performance across the aircraft’s service life.

“The men and women of the 570th (AMXS) have risen to the challenges of supporting the dynamic changes in this program

and take great pride in being the first depot to work on all three variants of the F-35,” said Greg Hoffman, the 570th AMXS director.

With the program’s ever-evolving requirements, exact numbers of how many aircraft will be worked on this year is not yet available. The squadron’s main focus will center on completing work on the Air Force fleet of F-35A models and Navy’s F-35C models, and returning the aircraft to the warfighter better than they arrived.

“We were able to support the U.S. Marine Corps with critical modifications on the F-35B to

meet their initial operational capability (IOC) milestone,” Mr. Hoffman said. “Today, we are working closely with the 388th Fighter Wing to provide modifications that will ensure they are able to meet their IOC target with the F-35A and are proud to support the Navy with work on the F-35C.”

The complex had been planning for the arrival of the C-model for months and expects work on the fighter jet to last through early September as workers train with the aircraft and perform verification and validation on the new modifications.

Air Force photo by Alex R. Lloyd

Navy Capt. Mark Weisgerber, the 33rd Fighter Wing vice commander, is greeted by Greg Hoffman, the 570th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron director, at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, April 15. Captain Weisgerber flew an F-35C Lightning II to the base where it will be modified at the Ogden Air Logistics Complex. The complex is the first to work on the entire fleet of F-35 variants, which also includes the Air Force’s F-35A model and the Marine Corps’ F-35B model.

The Spring Community College of the Air Force graduation will take place at 2 p.m. May 5 in the Tinker Club Ballroom.

Graduates are:Aerospace Ground Equipment TechnologyTech. Sgt. Jason Bierema, 552nd MXSAi rman 1st Class Ryan Chounard,

552nd MXSTe ch. Sgt. Thomas Coomes, 355th

EMSMa ster Sgt. Jody Dessicino, 552nd

MXSSt aff Sgt. Thomas Pennington, 552nd

MXSMaster Sgt. Erik Strawn, 507th MXG Air and Space Operations TechnologySt aff Sgt. Benjamin Ackiss, 970th

AACSSe nior Airman Daniel Propst, 966th

AACSStaff Sgt. Idris Rett, 552nd TRS

Master Sgt. Danny Bumb, 72nd OSSAircraft Armament Systems TechnologySt aff Sgt. Stephen Davarich, 373rd TRSStaff Sgt. James Xiong, 963rd AACS

Aircraft Structural Maintenance TechnologyMa ster Sgt. James Gasaway, 513th MXS Se nior Airman Daniel Mauricio, 552nd

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Aircrew Safety Systems TechnologyTech. Sgt. Ryne Miller, 10th FTS

Allied Health SciencesSe nior Airman Joshua Grijalva, 965th

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Aviation Maintenance TechnologyTe ch. Sgt. Eric Brambila, 552nd AMXSCh ief Master Sgt. Albert Cantu, 513th

AMXSStaff Sgt. Jeremy Garrett, 76th AMXGStaff Sgt. Jason Giordano, 966th AACSSe nior Airman Adam Hall, 552nd AMXSSe nior Airman Matthew Holt, 552nd

AMXSSt aff Sgt. Jeremiah Jeansonne, 966th

AACSSt aff Sgt. Christopher Longueira, 552nd

AMXSMaster Sgt. Jonathan Mackey, ACCSt aff Sgt. William McPhillips, 552nd

MXSTech. Sgt. Jason Orr, 507th MXG Tech. Sgt. Michael Payne, 1st ASFTe ch. Sgt. Vincent Peralta, 507th AMXSStaff Sgt. Adam Price, 964th AACSTech. Sgt. Tan Riley, 552nd AMXSSe nior Airman Christine Sharp, 552nd

AMXSTech. Sgt. Tony Sharp, 507th MXGSe nior Master Sgt. Mark Smith, 507th

MSGTe ch. Sgt. Christopher Strawn, 552nd

AMXSTe ch. Sgt. Charles Velaquez, 552nd

AMXSSe nior Airman Morgan Whalen, 552nd

MXS

Staff Sgt. Jordan Wright, 513th AMXSSt aff Sgt. Brian Yarbrough, 552nd MXS

Aviation OperationsTech. Sgt. James Coward, 965th AACSSt aff Sgt. Thomas Dumesnil, 966th AACSStaff Sgt. Adam Enyeart 966th AACSSt aff Sgt. Jeremiah Jeansonne, 966th

AACSSt aff Sgt. Jair Mednoza Vargas, 963rd

AACSSt aff Sgt. Kevin Meredith, 965th AACSStaff Sgt. Luke Rasch, 963rd AACS

Avionic Systems TechnologyMaster Sgt. Bob Begay, 513thMXSTech. Sgt. Jerad Fritze, 507th AMXSSe nior Airman Thaddeus Atwell, 552nd

AMXS

AMXSSe nior Airman Cesar Cuadra, 550th

CMXSStaff Sgt. Luke Rasch, 963rd AACSAi rman 1st Class Thomas VanHooser,

552nd MXSSt aff Sgt. Brittany Wilson, 552nd MXG

Computer Science TechnologySt aff Sgt. Jesse McQuillan, 552nd ACNSSe nior Airman William Tino, 552nd

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Criminal JusticeSA Rachel Brodie, 1st FIRSe nior Airman Nicholas Gerity, 72nd SFSStaff Sgt. Kathy Hernandez, 72nd SFSStaff Sgt. Letrelle Hunter, 72nd SFSTech. Sgt. Maurice Mack, 349th AFRS

Tech. Sgt. Joseph Osborne, 72nd SFSMaster Sgt. Basilio Ruiz, 137th FSSMa ster Sgt. Christopher Shady, 72nd SFSSe nior Airman Jennifer Stirling, 72nd SFS

Dental AssistingSenior Airman Jessica Castro, 72nd DSTech. Sgt. Beniot Lerma, 72nd DS

Dietetics and NutritionStaff Sgt. Eric Roberts, 507th SFS

Education and Training ManagementTech. Sgt. Joel Edwards, 72nd APS

Electronic Systems TechnologySt aff Sgt. Charles Norden, 552nd ACNSTe ch. Sgt. Stephen Stallings, 349th AFRS

Emergency ManagementStaff Sgt. Edward Ford, 552nd ACWTech. Sgt. Jerred Sevold, 552nd ACW

Finanacial ManagementSe nior Airman Marcus Burrell, 349th

AFRS

Fire ScienceSe nior Airman Ryan Swaim, 507th CES

Health Care ManagementTech. Sgt. Barbara Gough, 72nd MDSSSenior Airman Jody Lee, 72nd MDSS

Human Resource ManagementMa ster Sgt. Christopher Barnes, 349th

AFRSTech. Sgt. Bahati Brown, 507th AMXSTech. Sgt. Mark Curry, 349th AFRSStaff Sgt. Aaron Darden, 349th AFRSTe ch. Sgt. Michelle Del Rosario, 552nd

ACWTech. Sgt. Victor Garcia, 349th AFRSStaff Sgt. Jenna Goodall, 513th ACGMa ster Sgt. Kenneth Green, 552nd OSSTe ch. Sgt. Corey Ketchum, 349th AFRSSt aff Sgt. Benjamin Knight, 349th AFRSMa ster Sgt. Kimberlee Koldste, 507th

AMXS Master Sgt. Thomas Lord, 507th LRSTech. Sgt. Maurice Mack, 349th AFRSTech. Sgt. Joshua McFerrin, 349th AFRSTech. Sgt. Ryne Miller, 10th FLTTech. Sgt. Arellano Morales, 349th AFRSSenior Airman Maria Murillo, 72nd FSS

See Graduation page 5.

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Master Sgt. Anthony Sayers, 960th AACSMaster Sgt. Wesley Sirmoms, ANGRTech. Sgt. Timothy Smith, 552nd AMXSTech. Sgt. Stephen Stallings. 349th AFRSStaff Sgt. Travis Workman, 349th AFRS

Information ManagementStaff Sgt. Fallon Carte, 507th CESTech. Sgt. Cindy Holloway, 970th AACS

Information Systems TechnologySenior Airman Michael Campbell, 960th AACSSenior Airman John Castillo, 552nd OSSSenior Airman Alexander Banachowski, 960th AACSSenior Airman Miguel Barahona, 966th AACSSenior Airman Steven Beaupierre, 966th AACSSenior Airman Joseph Belden, 960th AACSStaff Sgt. Jodie Brimmer, 552nd TRSMaster Sgt. Jeffrey Caswell, 507th FSSSenior Airman Jerry Costanzo, 961st AACSSenior Airman Curtis Cox, 963rd AACSStaff Sgt. Nicole Drury, 966th AACSTech. Sgt. Joel Eason, 966th AACSStaff Sgt. Emilio Garza, 552nd TRSStaff Sgt. Matthew Grasham, 966th AACSSenior Airman Josef Hoffarthharper, 960th AACSSenior Airman Michael Lancaster, 965th AACSSenior Airman Ernest Leggs, 966th AACSStaff Sgt. Randoph Lenn, 960th AACSTech. Sgt. Bryan McCharen, 966th AACSMaster Sgt. Matthew Odell, 965th AACSSenior Airman Alanna Ostrowski, 960th AACSMaster Sgt. Dillon Poole, 552nd TRSSenior Airman Matthew Randolph, 966th AACSStaff Sgt. Stephen Sharp, 552nd TRSStaff Sgt. Jacob Sibley, 552nd OSSStaff Sgt. Everitt Smith, 966th AACSStaff Sgt. Aaron Stelzer, 970th AACSSenior Airman Amanda Stelzer, 966th AACSSenior Airman Victoria Thompson, 963rd AACSStaff Sgt. Dakota Vanparys, 966th AACSTech. Sgt. Travis Wickenhauser, 963rdrd AACSSenior Airman Evan Wilson, 963rd AACSSenior Airman George Wise, 963rd AACSTech. Sgt. Robert Wolfe, 966th AACSSenior Airman Justin Zeringue, 966th AACS

Instructor of Technology and Military ScienceTech. Sgt. Alexis Ballester Martinez, 966th AACSSenior Airman Miguel Barahona, 966th AACSSenior Airman Steven Beaupierre, 966th AACSStaff Sgt. Jodie Brimmer, 552nd TRSSenior Airman Christopher Callaway, 966th AACSStaff Sgt. Nicholas Cotter, 966th AACSSenior Airman Christopher Davis, 552nd TRSStaff Sgt. Thomas Dumesnil, 966th AACSTech. Sgt. Joel Eason, 966th AACSStaff Sgt. Adam Enyeart, 966th AACSStaff Sgt. Emilio Garza, 552nd TRSStaff Sgt. Jason Giordano, 966th AACSStaff Sgt. Matthew Grasham, 966th AACSStaff Sgt. Ryan Harvey, 966th AACSStaff Sgt. Jeremiah Jeansonne, 966th AACSSenior Airman Daniel Journell, 966th AACSStaff Sgt. Stanley Joyce, 966th AACSMaster Sgt. Bobby Kazmir, 72nd FSSSenior Airman Ernest Leggs, 966th AACSSenior Airman Rachel Miller, 966th AACSStaff Sgt. Theodore Muenster, 373rd TRSStaff Sgt. Cory Odell, 966th AACSTech. Sgt. Nicholas Peters, 966th AACSSenior Airman Daniel Propst, 966th AACSStaff Sgt. Idris Rett, 552nd TRSStaff Sgt. Everitt Smith, 966th AACSStaff Sgt. Jonathan Smith, 966th AACSSenior Airman Amanda Stelzer, 966th AACSSenior Airman Deshaun Thompson, 966th AACS

Intelligence Studies and TechnologyStaff Sgt. Joshua Joseph, 552ndnd OSSSenior Airman Jessica Krist, 960th AACSSenior Airman Jonathan Luna, 552nd OSSSenior Airman Manuel Rivera, 552nd OSSTech. Sgt. Christopher Strawn, 552nd AMXSAirman 1st Class Frederick Thomas, 552nd OSS

Graduationcontinued from page 4

LogisticsTech. Sgt. Trinette Crockam, 552nd MXGStaff Sgt. Aaron Darden, 349th AFRSStaff Sgt. Danielle Drahman, 72nd AMDSSenior Master Sgt. Gary Kirby, ARPCSenior Airman Sophia Snapp, 72nd MDOSStaff Sgt. Ryan Sydney, 72nd MDSS

Maintenance Production ManagementSenior Master Sgt. Christopher Shamiyeh, 507th MXSSenior Airman Shalay Stancle, 507th LRS

Mass CommunicationsStaff Sgt. Caleb Wanzer, 513th ACG

Medical Laboratory TechnologySenior Airman Corina Garrison, 507thMDS Master Sgt. Darrin Oglesby, 35th CBCS

Mental Health ServicesSenior Airman Patrick Allen, 72nd MDOS

Nondestructive Testing TechnologyStaff Sgt. Morgan Marriott, 507th MXS

Opthalmic TechnicianMaster Sgt. Darrin Oglesby, 35th CCS

Practical Nursing TechnologyTech. Sgt. William Mitchell, 349th AFRS

Public Health TechnologyStaff Sgt. Danielle Drahman, 72nd AMDSStaff Sgt. Brashad Erskine, 72nd AMDS

SafetyTech. Sgt. Allen Patrick, 507th ARW

Survival InstructorTech. Sgt. Jacob Schmidt, 552nd OSS

TransportationMaster Sgt. Joseph Melichar, 72nd APS

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Adapt and overcomeStaff Sgt. Lealan Buehrer182nd Airlift Wing Public Affairs

PEORIA, Ill. (AFNS) — My firstborn child recently turned 2 months old. Amidst the irresistible joy of having a new little buddy, I look back over these last eight weeks and wonder how my spouse and I survived.

I am a writer, but there are no words I can find adequate enough to describe the terror of sleeplessness that was brought down upon us. Remember doing dorm guard duty in basic training? It was kind of like that but instead of one shift a week, we had to be awake every two hours, every night. No weekends. No sleeping in. Pure torture.

There were times — exaggerated by the fog of exhaustion — when I honestly thought my body was going to give out, and I would simply die. Don’t judge. You either know what I’m talking about or maybe someday will be in for the same surprise.

There was no option; the little guy

completely depends on his mommy and daddy to survive. That is the mission — to keep him sustained and thriving as efficiently as possible. Military instinct made it clear: I had to adapt and overcome. But how?

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III said the well-being and care of ourselves, each other and our families is the focus of Comprehensive Airman Fitness. It’s about mental, physical, social and spiritual wellness. That is where I started. Yes, I referenced an Air Force doctrine to apply at home — because it works.

Coping was the first step to everything else. It really helps to just acknowledge that yes, I am going to be beyond tired; no, I am not going to feel rested; and no, it is not going to feel good. When I remember to focus on that situational awareness, it somehow doesn’t burn me out quite as badly when the baby alarm sounds off at o-dark-thirty in the morning. Having that mindfulness helps work through the frustration when the baby

projectile pukes everywhere, hoses down the walls or goes nuclear on a fresh diaper.

I do not get it right every time, but every success is a success, and it helps.

I am a big cardio person. My day does not feel right if I don’t get a good 45 minutes in at the gym in the morning. In this new world of exhaustion, burning calories at the gym may sound counterproductive. On the contrary, the physical fitness helps keep me mentally fit. Being able to test my endurance while blasting some tunes is my meditation. Getting back into a routine of good nutrition was just as important. It is convenient to pop a carbed-up pizza or lasagna in the oven, but it is not what my body needs. Sometimes the easier option in physical fitness is not the best option.

Sustaining those healthy habits post-baby takes extra work and I will never be perfectly consistent, but every good day helps.

We had tons of support from family and friends, but I was not expecting my fellow Airmen to ask how the family was doing every time they saw me. When I’m walking the halls like a lost zombie, that simple

communication and connectedness makes a difference. Not only do they let me unload the weight of the struggles, but I also get good advice because most of them have been there and done that. That’s teamwork.

It is not just ears to listen and a reminder that they are thinking about my spouse and me. It is a social support from Airman to Airman, and every little bit helps.

Spiritual fitness covers such a multitude of areas in this experience. It is the underlying principle that motivates me in all the other areas. Spiritual fitness takes effort and choice just like any other aspect of Comprehensive Airman Fitness. What kind of parent am I going be? I want to be the best parent a baby could ask for, so I try to pay attention to my attitudes and reactions under stress. I try to persevere when weak, because it is all for the kiddo. Perspective is good fuel for a tired mind. It gives me a new sense of purpose to sacrifice my needs for his. I keep reminding myself that the complications of having a newborn are temporary, because it is true.

Part of spiritual fitness is finding See Adapt page 7.


that silver lining in what looks like only dark clouds. Obviously, it is not always easy to be spiritually solid and I do not always get it right, but every little win helps.

It may all sound like Parenting 101 to the uninitiated, but I promise it hardly feels that simple in the moment. Life’s challenges never do. That is why it is so important to practice mental, physical, social and spiritual wellness on a regular basis. That is why the Air Force built the Comprehensive Airman Fitness doctrine. You can never be ready for the trials life throws at you, but you can be prepared. In the meantime, what can you do to support your fellow Airmen’s fitness during their struggles?

Adapt continued from page 6

The KC‑46A MOB 3 bed down is needed to support the recapitalization of the Air Force’s aging refueling aircraft fleet.

Representatives from the Air Force Reserve and Tinker AFB were on hand to explain the EIAP process. They presented large posters explaining each step of the process, as well as information on the KC‑46 Pegasus.

Hamid Kamalpour, Air Force program manager of the KC‑46 MOB 3 EIS from the Air Force Civil Engineer Center at Joint Base San Antonio‑Lackland, Texas, said the draft EIS is scheduled to be completed at the end of the summer and will be published online and sent to local libraries in the four communities near the bases.

“It’s important to note that the opportunity to provide feedback about the impact to Tinker and the surrounding area is not just limited to this time,” said Mr. Kamalpour, a federal employee with 25 years of service.

Meetingcontinued from page 1

According to Mr. Kamalpour, the team will return to Tinker and the other bases selected as reasonable alternatives in the fall to hold public hearings, where a general analysis of EIS results will be available.

Although the preferred alternative base is Seymour Johnson, the Air Force is in the early stages of the EIS process, and no decision has been made as to the final MOB 3 bed down location, according to Air Force officials. During the environmental impact analysis process, all areas need to be analyzed.

After the hearing in the fall, comments made by the public will be included in the final impact statement to be reviewed by the secretary of the Air Force.

The final decision concerning the location of the third main operating base will be made in the spring of 2017 in the Record of Decision.

Members of the public are encouraged to visit https://www.kc‑46a‑beddown.com for more information on the KC‑46A bed down and to submit comments.

Tinker AFB, Grissom Air Reserve Base, Ind., and Westover ARB, Mass.

The Air Force is projected to receive up to 179 KC‑46A aircraft between 2017 and 2028, with the possibility of 12 tankers coming to one of the four Air Force Reserve Command unit locations. This is part of an effort to replace the Air Force’s aging tanker fleet to maintain the service’s global reach for the future.

“This scoping meeting is not about presenting results or findings,” said Tom Daues, a contractor working for the Air Force. “We are here to solicit feedback from citizens in the local community tonight to be placed in the draft Environmental Impact Statement for consideration.”

The environmental impact analysis process, or EIAP, is the Air Force’s program for complying with the National Environmental Protection Act. As part of the process, an EIS assesses the potential environmental consequences of basing and operating the KC‑46A tanker aircraft, associated infrastructure and manpower at any location.

The purpose of the MOB 3 bed down is to provide a fully capable, combat operational AFRC and Air Mobility Command KC‑46A air refueling squadron to accomplish aerial refueling and related missions.


that silver lining in what looks like only dark clouds. Obviously, it is not always easy to be spiritually solid and I do not always get it right, but every little win helps.

It may all sound like Parenting 101 to the uninitiated, but I promise it hardly feels that simple in the moment. Life’s challenges never do. That is why it is so important to practice mental, physical, social and spiritual wellness on a regular basis. That is why the Air Force built the Comprehensive Airman Fitness doctrine. You can never be ready for the trials life throws at you, but you can be prepared. In the meantime, what can you do to support your

Adapt continued from page 6

the service’s global reach for the future.“This scoping meeting is not about presenting

working for the Air Force. “We are here to solicit feedback from citizens in the local community tonight to be placed in the draft Environmental

The environmental impact analysis process, or EIAP, is the Air Force’s program for complying with the National Environmental Protection Act. As part of the process, an EIS assesses the potential environmental consequences of basing and operating the KC-46A tanker aircraft, associated infrastructure and manpower at any location.

The purpose of the MOB 3 bed down is to provide a fully capable, combat operational AFRC and Air Mobility Command KC-46A air refueling squadron to accomplish aerial refueling and related missions.

Meetingcontinued from page 1

The KC-46A MOB 3 bed down is needed to support the recapitalization of the Air Force’s aging refueling

Representatives from the Air Force Reserve and Tinker AFB were on hand to explain the EIAP process. They presented large posters explaining each step of the process, as well as information on the KC-46 Pegasus.

Hamid Kamalpour, Air Force program manager of the KC-46 MOB 3 EIS from the Air Force Civil Engineer Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, said the draft EIS is scheduled to be completed at the end of the summer and will be published online and sent to local libraries in the four communities near the bases.

“It’s important to note that the opportunity to provide feedback about the impact to Tinker and the

Mr. Kamalpour, a federal employee with 25 years of service.

According to Mr. Kamalpour, the team will return to Tinker and the other bases selected as reasonable alternatives in the fall to hold public hearings, where a general analysis of EIS results will be available.

Although the preferred alternative base is Seymour Johnson, the Air Force is in the early stages of the EIS

MOB 3 bed down location, according to Air Force

process, all areas need to be analyzed. After the hearing in the fall, comments made by the

to be reviewed by the secretary of the Air Force.

third main operating base will be made in the spring

Members of the public are encouraged to visit https://www.kc-46a-beddown.com for more information on the KC-46A bed down and to submit comments.

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Up to thechallenge

Air Force photos by Kelly White

Cadets from six Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps units stand in formation before the start of the first-ever Tinker JROTC Community Outreach Event. The April 22 event was hosted by the 349th Recruiting Squadron as a way to emphasize citizenship and service. The cadets participated in events at the base track, including holding a plank position, sit-ups, push-ups, a relay race and tug-of-war. After the field events, the teams had a dodgeball tour-nament in the Gerrity Fitness Center, followed by pizza and drinks. An awards ceremony was held to find out the top teams of the events. The current class in the Airman Leadership School also participated in the event as part of their PT. The event was sponsored by the Tinker First Sergeants Group, the Air Force Sergeants Association and Airforce.com.

Cadet Christine Keefe, from Carl Albert High School, held the plank position for 16 minutes, which was longer than every other participant in the challenge. As the number of competitors dwindled, their teammates cheered and shouted encouraging words to those still competing. Cadet Keefe was a key competitor in almost all of the events throughout the day and played a role in her team winning the competition.

Choctaw Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps members par-ticipate in the one-minute sit-ups competition during the 349th Recruiting Squadron’s community outreach event.

Members of the John Marshall AFJROTC do as many push-ups as they can in one minute, while other members of other teams watch and cheer them on.

Members of Edmond North High School’s AFJROTC unit try their hardest in the tug-of-war event of the April 22 challenge day.

The Carl Albert High School Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps team won the travelling trophy during the April 22 outreach event hosted by the 349th Recruiting Squadron. With the team is Lt. Col. Seth Tribett, 349th Recruiting Squad-ron commander, kneeling front row left. Other top teams were Edmond North High School in second place and John Marshall High School in third.


Kimberly WoodruffStaff Writer

Want some free money? How about professional credentials to help you further your career?

Airmen who attended the Air Force Credential Opportunities Online, or AF COOL, presentation last week at the Tinker Club learned how to get that free money, capped at $4,500, for credentials to go along with their Air Force career.

The Air Force will pay for a professional credential to help active duty military members further their careers not only while they are active duty, but also once their Air Force time is complete.

Russell Gray, the COOL program director, was on base to show Airmen how to use the COOL website and to explain how the program works. He said by having professional credentials in the civilian world

often needed to compete for civilian jobs.“Sixty percent of employers say they don’t want to

hire veterans because they have no idea about what you do,” said Mr. Gray. “Employers don’t know what a 1206 is or what the acronyms on the EPR are and they have no clue what you do. Licenses and credentials are the wave of the future for the enlisted corps.”

Mr. Gray also said credentials could still play an important part in Air Force retention. Because the Air Force is getting smaller, it could come down to keeping just those who are well trained and going above and beyond their day-to-day job.

COOL is open to active duty Air Force members of any component — regular Air Force, Reserves and

skill level in an Air Force Specialty Code mapped to the credential. Members of the Reserves or National Guard must be on Title 10 or Title 32 active orders for the duration of the COOL process.

Mr. Gray urged everyone to use the COOL funding

The program will pay for administration fees, credentials and licensing, as well as pay for books and study materials. According to Mr. Gray, close to $600,000 has been paid out so far.

Don’t leave free money lying on the table. For more information on Air Force COOL, call (334) 649-5115, visit https://afvec.langley.af.mil/afvec/Public/COOL, or email [email protected]. The Tinker

739-7408 for more information.

Free money?Airmen learn how to get certification benefits through AF COOL program

Air Force photo by Kimberly Woodruff

earning their professional credentials through AF COOL. The program will provide Airmen up to $4,500 for credentials to go with their Air Force career.



Staff Sgt. Richard Razon, with the 966th Airborne Air Control Squadron, helps with the April 22 Earth Day cleanup in the Urban Greenway area around base housing. Nineteen volunteers from the 72nd Air Base Wing Civil Engineering Directorate, Balfour Beatty Communities, base housing residents and employees from Pratt & Whitney helped with the project.

Spring cleaning

Thomas Alberts and Brian DeKock, from Pratt & Whit-ney, pick up trash in the Scissortail Trail area of the Urban Greenway on April 22.


Around TinkerWildcatters honored by 72nd ABW commander

72nd Air Base Wing

A team and two individuals were recently recognized by Col. Stephanie Wilson, 72nd Air Base Wing commander, with Wildcatter Awards.

The 72nd Comptroller Squadron Travel Team is made up of multiple individuals throughout the Comptroller Squadron that support Team Tinker’s $18.8 million travel requirements.

Tinker’s Lead Defense Travel Administrators are known across the base for their outstanding help desk support. The team supports 62 DTS organizations, 105 travel administrators and more than 12,000 travelers. They ensure travelers and administrators are kept up to date and in compliance with the ever changing travel policies and procedures, in addition to validating permission levels, auditing vouchers and conducting staff assistance visits.

Their superb management of the compliance tool resulted in collection of $25,000 in erroneous or duplicate travel expenses and was lauded by SAF/FM DTA as one of the best in the Air Force.

The team has received multiple letters of appreciation and was coined by the LCMC E3 program office for their outstanding support of their short notice international travel requirements.

The travel team goes above and beyond supporting deployed warfighters, certifying 625 deployment orders totaling $825,000 and ensuring partial payments were scheduled to avoid overdue GTCs. Furthermore, they’ve briefed more than 600 returning deployers on entitlements and assisted them with filing their travel vouchers so they can promptly begin their R&R. The travel team also approved all deployment vouchers and ensured members were paid $1.05 million in per diem.

Tinker military members can rest assured that they are receiving what they are due and nothing more as the team validated 60 reports ensuring that travelers received the correct travel entitlements (Hostile Fire/Imminent Danger Pay, Family Separation Allowance, Combat Zone Tax Exclusion, etc.).

The team’s efforts have ensured Tinker is on the flight path to financial improvement and audit readiness.

Team members are:Brenda WilliamsKathy BaileyMichael GrahamKelly SaxonShelly LohanLouis LesniakConnie CrumAmanda NetwonTommie WatsonDiane BeversMarty Crofts

Master Sgt. Stephanie FontenotSe nior Airman Jordan Gutierrez-

LamasAirman 1st Class Pamela YimSenior Airman Daniel FarlowSenior Airman Darius LesterSenior Airman Eric PattersonEmanuel Smith, with the 72nd

Logistics Readiness Squadron, has performed his duties as a traffic management specialist since February 2015. During this time he has interacted one-on-one with the Air Force Sustainment Center, 72nd Air Base Wing and 72nd Mission Support Group commanders, squadron commanders/directors and all LRS personnel.

He epitomizes the “Wildcatter” spirit by leading, encouraging, and mentoring those around him to persevere in the face of any challenges, find appropriate solutions to any problem and, above all, to remain positive.

Mr. Smith was instrumental in the development of the Personal Property

Office’s Walk the Wall, the first ever in an ABW and a critical component of the Highly Effective rating during the 2015 UEI. He continues to be a driving force on its “Road to Setting the DOD Standard” as its establishment and processes directly contributes to the 72nd LRS/MSG/ABW’s “Art of the Possible.”

Mr. Smith is the handpicked representative of the LGRDF as it establishes its message throughout the Tinker AFB community and the nine counties in Central Oklahoma it makes up. As its customer outreach champion, Mr. Smith has been responsible for reaching 1,382 individuals: active duty and retired military members and their families, Department of Defense civilians and ROTC cadets from the University of Oklahoma and Oklahoma State University. He has given them counsel on their entitlements as they embark from the Tinker community.

He is also responsible for ensuring

the accuracy of Personally Procured Moves and allowing for the validated the dispersal of $968,900 in 2015.

Senior Airman Matthew McKenna, 72nd Security Forces Squadron, has been a ticket clerk for the 72nd Reports and Analysis Section for the past four months. During this period he revamped the DD FM 1408 ticket program, creating a new PDF form for tracking and converting the current process into a more efficient, synergized flow saving the S5R section 64 manpower hours annually. Airman McKenna processed 604 DD Form 1408’s, 153 DD Form 1805s and six ticket rebuttal requests ensuring swift actions are taken for traffic infractions.

He also used his master skill in carpentry and built a shelving unit for the Resource and Logistics section, enabling their ability to properly store and account for high value equipment items. Additionally, he built a customer service area for the Reports and Analysis section, saving the unit more than $4,800 by self-helping the two projects.

As a consummate leader, he sets the example for other Airmen by completing six credit hours toward his Bachelor of Science Degree in Entrepreneurship. If that were not enough, he is also involved in his local community and serves as a positive role model, educating and mentoring four-year-old children as a Sunday school teacher at his local church. Lastly, he is the squadron’s “go-to” Airman, always motivated and determined to excel his professional and personal goals and puts forth 110 percent effort in all tasks at hand.

Air Force photos

Members of the 72nd Comptroller Squadron Travel Team were recently honored with a Wildcatter Award by the 72nd Air Base Wing commander.

Emanuel Smith72nd Logistics Readiness Squadron

Senior Airman Matthew McKenna72nd Security Forces Squadron

John ParkerStaff Writer

Heritage Committee has organized a

chicken katsu, fried rice, Asian stir

committee chairwoman, said the

Asian heritage month to feature luncheon, food, festivities

For registration and information

month with the signing of the Asian

Heritage Committee encourages the Tinker Community to come out and enjoy these events and join them in

For more information, contact

(Reginald Hawkins, Asian American/


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Section A Friday, April 29, 2016

Air Force Materiel Command Public Affairs

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio — Across Air Force Materiel Command, Airmen continue to embrace the command’s culture of respect and resiliency. This is especially evident in their behavior as wingmen.

AFMC has been consciously building the concept of wingman intervention for nearly three years. The goals are to raise awareness of help-seeking behaviors, increase the motivation to assist others, develop the skills and confidence to safely intervene when necessary, and ensure the well-being of self and others.

“In AFMC, and across the Air Force, we accomplish our mission as a dedicated team committed to our core values and to each other,” said Jennifer Treat, AFMC Community Support Coordinator. “A good wingman stays alert for signs of danger from whatever source — whether suicide, safety mishaps, alcohol abuse, sexual assault, bullying, medical issues or other difficulties; gets involved by knowing their fellow Airmen; and takes action when necessary to protect their wingman, on and off duty. We’re proud to have so many true wingmen in our command who look out for the welfare of their colleagues and community.”

In a recent example of successful wingman intervention, a distressed Airman exhibited risk factors of suicide and expressed possible suicide intentions. The wingman listened to the situation and notified the Airman’s chain of command. By being concerned about a co-worker, the wingman ensured the Airman received the necessary assistance.

In another situation, two wingmen identified an unsafe driver when he swerved into their lane. They slowed down to create a distance between

AFMC’s Wingman Intervention program going strong

Employee Assistance Program

In case of an emergency, make a clear-cut plan for you and your loved ones in advance to keep everyone calm and together. The Employee Assistance Program is here to help before, during, and after a crisis. Try using the following seven strategies to reduce potential stress and confusion around emergencies, such as major storms and fires.

1. Know your evacuation route — In case of a fire or other localized emergency in the house, make sure each room has at least one possible escape route. For a larger-scale emergency, See Program page 3a.

Assemble your plan7 ways to ease stress, confusion during an emergency

which may include evacuating your neighborhood, city, or county, follow the recommendations from local authorities.

2. Set up a meeting point — Have primary and secondary meeting points pre-selected in the event of an emergency. For example, you could set the primary spot as a nearby tree and the secondary spot at a neighbor’s house. Officials also recommend having a Plan C location for an emergency that causes everyone to leave the area entirely.

3. Have more than one plan for communicating — Create a communication plan for keeping in

touch — in case regular phone service is not available. This could include identifying an agreed upon out-of-town relative or family friend for everyone to contact. If telephone service is down or overloaded, email, Facebook, and other social media could still be available to check in with your agreed upon contact. That person could also relay messages, if necessary.

4. Have a plan if you stay — Even if your home is not directly affected by the disaster, your community may be without power or access to fresh food and water. Therefore, it is important to be prepared and have the following basic supplies on hand:

• Water — Ready.gov recommends having 1 gallon per person per day and maintaining at least a three-day supply. The water will be used for drinking, preparing food, and basic sanitation such as washing hands.

• Non-perishable foods — Store at See Plan page 2a.


Airman Joon-Young Choi, with the 72nd Force Support Squadron, spins a prize wheel at the SAPR booth in the 72nd Air Base Wing headquarters building on April 26. Before he could claim his prize, Jessie Mars, left, a volunteer for SAPR month, and Pam Cowns, a victim advocate with the SAPR office, asked him trivia questions relating to aware-ness and prevention. The SAPR office held several events during Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, including delivering informational items to the dorms, hosting a lunch for senior leaders, setting up booths at various locations on base and hosting performances by comedian Bernie McGrenahan.

Spinning for SAPR Month

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least a three-day supply for each person. Consider stocking up on canned goods and foods that do not require much preparation or heating — such as cereal, salt-free crackers and peanut butter.

• Soap and other personal hygiene items

• Blankets or sleeping bags for each person

• First-aid kit• Extra batteries• Pet food for each pet• Emergency cash• Prescription medicine• An extra pair of prescription glasses

or contact lenses • Flashlight powered by battery,

hand crank, or solar energy• Radio powered by battery, hand

crank, or solar energy• Sheet of paper with a list of your

most important phone numbers, in case your cellphone loses power

For a more comprehensive list, visit Ready.gov.

5. Locate shelter — When staying in your home is no longer safe or workable, you may need to seek a local shelter. You can search for a shelter near you by texting SHELTER and your ZIP code to 43362 (4FEMA), for example text: SHELTER 12345.

6. Connect with neighbors — Teaming up with your neighbors, family and friends can be invaluable


Erica Dawson, recreation assistant and personal trainer at the Gerrity Fitness Center, gives the total results of the Get Fit Chal-lenge to attendees of the award ceremony who participated in the 12-week challenge. Forty-five people, out of 107 who initially enrolled, completed the challenge. Out of those 45 people, 439.201 total pounds were lost.

Results are in on Get Fit Challenge

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in an emergency. Neighbors may be able to offer care and assistance during an emergency, such as help with temporary pet care. You can offer them your support, too.

7. Get support for recovering after an emergency — The suddenness and scale of some natural or man-made disasters can be life changing for you and your family. Bouncing back from a disaster oftentimes requires support. Don’t hesitate to reach out to the professionals at EAP for help. Contact an EAP expert specialist for 24-hour assistance with:

• Counseling that focuses on self-care and resiliency

• Issues with depression, anxiety, or unease caused by an emergency

• Supporting children affected by an emergency

• Dealing with the disruption of losing your home, etc.

• Bouncing back and rebuilding your life

• Developing techniques for coping with residual stress

In addition to counseling for grief, anxiety, and stress, the EAP also provides:

• Immediate telephone-based crisis intervention and stabilization services

• Resources and assistance with legal and financial concerns that may arise in the aftermath

• Assistance and consultation for managers who are supporting affected staff

Call an EAP expert at 1-800-222-0364 or visit FOH4You.com today.

Why is ‘fall protection’ so important on, off-duty?Steve Serrette72nd Air Base Wing Safety Office

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration and the United States Air Force (Quest-for-Zero Campaign) are once again partnering to address the issue of “fall protection” — and especially within the workplace.

The “Fall Protection Focus Week Campaign” takes place from May 2-6. It will also be known as “National Safety Stand-Down.”

What is a “Safety Stand-Down?” It is a voluntary event for employers to talk directly to employees about Safety. This “Stand-Down” focuses on “fall hazards” and reinforcing the importance of “fall prevention.”

Industrial Workplace Safety:

All levels of Tinker Management can engage their employees by taking a break, or breaks, to have safety meetings or other safety activities such as conducting safety equipment inspections, developing rescue plans, or discussing job-specific fall hazards. Look at what needs improvement.Look at your current training plan — is it sufficient? Look at your equipment, is there better equipment available?

During fiscal years 2010-2014, the Air Force had 7,671 injuries from falls

resulting in 44,000 lost work days at a cost of more than $30 million, which includes three fatalities.

According to OSHA, over the last 10 years, more than 3,500 workers have died from falls which remains the leading cause of death in construction, accounting for more than a third of deaths in the industry. Fatalities caused by falls from elevation continue to be a leading cause of death for construction workers, accounting for 337 of the 874 construction fatalities recorded in 2014 (BLS preliminary data). Those deaths were preventable. During fiscal year 2014, violations of Fall Prevention Safety Standards were among the top 10 most frequently cited OSHA standards.

Although many falls in general do not result in injury, one out of five falls at any given time causes injuries such as hip fractures, other broken bones and head injuries — as a matter of fact, falls are the most common cause of traumatic brain injury.

Each year, approximately 2.5 million older people are treated in medical centers’ emergency departments and over 700,000 patients are hospitalized annually as a result of sustaining a fall. Adjusted for inflation, the direct medical costs for fall injuries are over

See Falls page 11a.

Winners are:Greatest percent of total body weight lostCouple:1st — Jeremy and Erica Smith,

25.368%2nd — Sean and Anne Villano,

16.464%3rd — Edward Acree and Ben

Canales, 11.749%4th — Andrew and Tanya

Hampton, 11.407%Male:1st — Michael Arrisontz, 13.947%2nd — Rob Beauchamp, 9.368% 3rd — Endryk Perez, 7.961%4th — Joby Kurian, 7.408%Female:1st — Welth Cooper, 11.789%2nd — LaDonna Schuerer,

10.516%3rd — Carey Broadstone, 9.972% 4th — Tanya Whitfield, 7.034%

Greatest percent of total fat lostMale:1st — Jody Lee, 6.6% 2nd — Perter Bortvit, 4.4% 3rd — Stephen Kingham, 4.2%4th — Kenneth McKnight, 4.0%Female:1st — Kimberly Harris, 6.6%2nd — Belinda Brunt, 5.8%3rd — Darlene Lee, 4.3%4th — Anthu Vo, 4.2%

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Enlisted Professional Military Education

Service members currently enrolled in Enlisted Professional Military Education need to plan accordingly when preparing to test between now and the end of June. There is limited seating based on the number of computers available at a given test session.

Because a service member’s reenlistment, promotion or PCS eligibility could be impacted due to non-completion of their EPME course, it is of utmost importance that examinees be proactive in studying and testing early to avoid any problems. Service members should not wait until the last minute to test. There is a possibility that examinees who wait until the last few days may not be able to reserve a seat due to the volume of individuals attempting to test.

It is also important to plan out and allow time to retest (there is a three day wait) should the need occur. Examinees are encouraged to call the Education Services Center at 739-7408 should they have questions regarding their EPME.

CCAF deadline for fall graduationIf you plan to earn your Community

College of the Air Force degree in the upcoming October 2016 graduation, transcripts must be sent to CCAF immediately. Currently the transcript process is taking 12 to 14 weeks for evaluation and posting to the CCAF Progress Report. All documentation must be received and processed by CCAF in order for an education counselor to nominate an Airman for graduation. A CCAF degree is not automatically awarded. An Airman must request to be nominated by Aug. 26 for the October graduation.

DSST promotion available for limited time

DANTES is offering service members a free second opportunity to pass a DANTES Subject Standardized Test exam. Military members who do not pass their first exam taken between April 18 and May 21 will be eligible for one free retake.

Students will be able to take advantage of this promotion by providing a voucher code at the time of retest. This specific voucher code will be sent to students via email one or two days after taking the exam. Voucher codes must be redeemed by Aug. 1. It is important to note that the voucher code may only be used once, only for the failed exam title and does not cover the cost of the administration fee charged by the test center. Students are responsible for ensuring that their college or university accepts the DSST exam for credit.

As part of this limited time promotional offer Prometric (the testing agency) has reduced the standard wait period to retake a DSST

exam from the 90-day wait period to retake a DSST exam to 30-days. The standard 90-day retake waiting period policy for all DSST exams will return on June 1. For additional information regarding Prometric’s limited-time promotion offer for service members visit www.getcollegecredit.com. [Note: This offer does not apply to the Principles of Public Speaking exam or the College Level Examination Program.] For more information, call the Education Services Center at 739-7408. An education counselor can assist you in identifying the exam that applies to your CCAF degree.

Park UniversityGet ready for summer by registering

early for onsite or online classes. Students who are registered and are confirmed by May 16 will be in the running for a $25 Visa gift card. Onsite summer classes include Principles of Marketing, Financial Management, Purchasing and Vendor Management, Business Law and Business Policy. Park University has degrees available in Information and Computer Science (four concentrations), Business Administration (six concentrations), Management/Computer Information Systems, Management/Logistics, Management, and Management/Human Resources. For more information, call 739-7275, email [email protected] or visit www.park.edu/tink/. Office hours are Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

University of OklahomaStop by the University of

Oklahoma office located in the Tinker Education Center. OU offers online and onsite courses for members of the Tinker community. Within Advanced Programs, OU offers graduates degree programs in Human Relations, International Relations, Communication and Economics. Class schedules are designed to accommodate busy working adults interested in furthering their career potential. The application process is quick and easy and allows you to start courses immediately. For more information, visit goou.ou.edu, stop by the OU office in the Tinker Education Center (Bldg. 201SE), call 739-7365 or email [email protected].

Oklahoma City Aviation Education Alliance

Have you been considering a bachelor’s degree? You, like many others, may have coursework towards a bachelor’s degree and now you can bring them all that credit together to earn your degree on base. Southeastern Oklahoma State University, as a member of the Aviation Education Alliance offers evening classes and eight-week fast-track terms. SE offers a bachelor’s in Aviation Management with options in Safety, Business, Security and Maintenance. If it is a

master’s program you are looking for, SE has a very popular master’s degree in Aerospace Administration and Logistics. You can complete this degree in just one year if you choose. Visit the SE/AEA Office in the Education Services Center, 201SE, call 733-2210 or email Lori Rupert at [email protected] for more information.

Webster UniversityCooperative master’s degree

programs are offered in partnership with 42 professional military and Department of Defense schools, including prestigious Air Force schools. Cooperative degree programs provide transfer credit for military-taught courses. Specialized military and veterans advising teams are available through Webster University to assist you at each step such as academic advising, admissions or financial aid.

Students may receive transfer credit for the following Air Force Courses: AF Squadron Officers School — three graduate transfer credits; AF Command and Staff College — up to 12 graduate transfer credits; Air Battle Manager Training — up to 12 graduate transfer credits; and Air War College — up to six graduate transfer credits. Students must provide an Air University Transcript. For details, call Dr. Chaya Chandrasekhar at 732-7110 or email [email protected].

Oklahoma City UniversityOklahoma City University’s

Meinders School of Business is AACSB accredited. The Master of Business Administration degree is offered in two formats. The “Professional MBA” is an evening based program providing students with a wide range of educational and professional experience and is designed to be completed in 24 months. The other option, the “Early Advantage” is a full time, daytime program designed to be completed in 12 months. Admission is based on previous education experience, professional accomplishment and other relevant factors. For more information call Jim De Puy at 739-2306 (on base), 208-5269 (on campus) or email [email protected].

Rose State CollegeAre you ready to earn your Associate

in Arts or Sciences degree or simply want to complete your Community College of the Air Force degree? Rose State College is currently enrolling for summer 2016 classes. Courses such as English Composition, U.S. History, American Federal Government, General College Math, College Algebra, Humanities, and Speech will be available in four and eight-week sessions. Come by now and make sure you get the class and time you want. Classes held on Tinker AFB are “fee free.” For military, tuition assistance will pay for the entire basic tuition cost of the class, excluding books. Drop by the Rose State office in Bldg. 201SE or call 739-5774 to get started.

Education Corner

their vehicle and the unsafe driver. Shortly after that, the unsafe driver lost control, went into the median and overcorrected, resulting in a crash. The wingmen stopped immediately and provided assistance — one called 911 and the other ran to the overturned vehicle and pulled the driver out. The vigilance and quick actions of the wingmen ensured the driver received care until first responders could arrive.

If you become aware of situations in which personnel have recognized at-risk behaviors and proactively intervened, call Karen Blackwell, the local Community Support Coordinator, at 736-3215.

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Military Retiree News

Retired Chief Master Sgt. Lorraine CaddyRetiree Activities Office Director

Hello everyone, your Retiree Activities Office is here to serve.

We recently received several calls and visitors to the office asking how they can obtain a copy of a service members DD214, Report of Separation — a very important document! If you have lost or misplaced yours and have a need to obtain a copy it can be done. If you use a computer, you can go online to eVetRecs and submit a Standard Form 180, Request for Military Records. If you don’t use a computer, you will need to obtain a copy of the form and submit it either via regular mail or fax. The RAO staff can give you guidance on getting this done.

Whichever form of submission you use, the completed DD214 will be mailed to you via regular mail — not online. You need to allow at least 90 days for action on your request. The Records Center receives 4,000 to 5,000 requests daily.

Some of the information you will be required to provide include: Service members full name used during service time; service number and SSAN; branch of service; dates of service; date and place of birth and any other pertinent information you can provide. Remember, the more information you provide the faster your request will be processed.

If you need help, the RAO office manager and director can give you individual help from 8 to 11:30 a.m. Mondays and Thursday. Other volunteers do not have access to a computer, but can give you general information.

The RAO is located in Bldg. 460, Room 131 and is manned from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays. You can reach us by phone at 739-2795.


Flight Controllers 48, 552 OSS 33Showtime 46, SCW-1 3572 MDG 38, VQ-7 35Bunch of Losers 54, Garbage 35

Showtime 49, Flight Controllers 36Bunch of Losers 42, 72 MDG 37552 OSS 31, SCW-1 28VQ-7 43, Garbage 37

72 MDG 48, 552 OSS 35Flight Controllers 41, VQ-7 24Showtime 44, Bunch of Losers 4172 MDG 44, Flight Controllers 40

Bunch of Losers 48, 72 MDG 40Bunch of Losers 45, Showtime 42

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2016 base hoops champs

Losers win it all!

Air Force photo by John Parker

Bunch of Losers didn’t live up to their name April 25 when they upset Showtime 33-30 for the 2016 Tinker AFB intramural basketball championship at the Gerri-ty Fitness Center. From left are Sam Bryant, Brandon Savage, Cedric Franklin, J.V. Gray, Steven Dudley, David Alexander (on knee), Robert Myers and Anthony Smith.


Maybe next year they’ll change their name to Bunch of Winners.

The intramural basketball team with the tongue-in-cheek moniker took its No. 4 seeding and a comeback from the losers bracket all the way to the 2016 Tinker Air Force Base intramural basketball championship.

Bunch of Losers prevailed against Showtime 33-30 April 25 at the Gerrity Fitness Center.

The low point total — the second-lowest of the playoffs — was due in part to Showtime’s no-rush, ball-control offense in the first half. The tactic led to big leads for Showtime, with Bunch of Losers forced to call two timeouts with Showtime leading 7-0 and 14-4, respectively.

Losers player J.V. Gray said both breathers were attempts to the get the defense lined up against Showtime’s consistent baskets. “They were slinging the ball and hitting big shots,” he said.

Showtime’s slow tempo and accuracy earned them a 17-10 lead at the half.

The second half threatened to be a repeat of the first as Showtime led 25-19 with 5:31 minutes left. But at that point Bunch of Losers signed another timeout and brought back a whole different ballgame: a full-court press and double-teaming key players.

“They only had two dribblers on their team, so we had to give ‘em pressure every time,” player/coach Sam Bryant said.

It would be a few more minutes before the pressure — and a surge of accurate shooting — turned around a five-point Losers deficit, 27-22, at 2:20.

After a steal, Losers’ Steven Dudley popped a trey from the right wing to whittle the Showtime lead to one. Then an out-of-bounds Showtime pass allowed Cedric Franklin to put the Losers on top for the first time, 28-27, at 42 seconds.

Showtime’s most reliable shooter, Jarail Smith, answered back with a 3-pointer to go ahead again 30-28. On the next play, the Losers’ Brandon Savage passed to Gray at the top of the arc. Gray’s floater trey ripped the game back to the Losers 31-30 at 19 seconds.

After a Showtime turnover, Showtime fouled Cedric Franklin. His back-to-back baskets gave Losers the lead by three. Those were the winning points after Showtime missed a last-second 3-point attempt.

Showtime player/coach Smith credited Bunch of Losers for a good game.

“They played together and we just had some costly turnovers at the end of the stretch,” he said. “And we didn’t rebound well at the end. That’s what lost us the game.”

The final was the third duel between Showtime and Bunch of Losers in the tournament that started April 18. Showtime won the first meeting 44-41; Bunch of Losers got revenge with a 45-42 must-win from the losers bracket that set up the tiebreaker championship game.

Showtime, 9-2 in the regular season, upset the undefeated No. 1 seed Flight Controllers in the first round. Bunch of Losers was 7-3 in the regular season.

Bunch of Losers’ Bryant smiled when he said the team’s name was chosen because teammates “thought it would be funny because last year we didn’t lose many games.”


The varsity Tinker Hawks went three games and out in the Central U.S. Military Basketball Conference tournament, but will have a shot at a national title this weekend in San Antonio.

The Hawks’ last two conference championships were in 2013 and 2014. Coach Jonathan Morgan said the competition in the April 16-18 tourney at Sheppard AFB was strong. All of the eight teams played well, he said.

“That was probably the most highly contested defensive tournament in the four years it’s been going on,” he said. “The intensity was through the roof.”

The Hawks won their first round against Fort Sill, 70-64,

before losing to eventual conference champion Fort Bliss in the second game. Fort Sill got revenge next, edging the Hawks out of the double-elimination tourney by one point, 71-70.

Five CUSMBC squads will be among the dozen teams in this weekend’s national tournament at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. Tinker’s first game is set for 6 p.m. today against Fort Sam Houston.

Morgan said Fort Sam Houston and the Hawks should match up well. As a local team, they’re likely to have a fuller roster than the Hawks, he said.

“Once we get past that, we’ll end up seeing a team that we’ve never seen before in San Diego Naval Air Station,” he said.

Hawks vie for title this weekend


Members of Strategic Communications Wing ONE are organizing a basewide Dodgeball Tournament and inviting all military personnel to come on board and show their skills.

The battle royale will unfold 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 6 at the Gerrity Fitness Center. A maximum of 20 teams can register through May 6. The entry fee is $50 for a six-member team, or $60 for eight members (two substitutions).

For registration and questions, email any of the following contacts: [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; or [email protected]. Interested participants can also call Brien Ward at 734-3653.

All call for dodgeball


a week for one hour. This program helps with an overall healthy lifestyle approach to weight loss. Participants will identify personal goals and understand behavior change. For information, call 734-2169.Building a Healthy Core: This class will discuss risk factors for back pain, how to know when it’s time to see a doctor about back pain and actions to help prevent back pain. For more information, call CHPS at 582-6817.Cholesterol and Glucose Screenings: Free cholesterol and glucose screenings open to all Department of Defense civilians available. Bring an up-to-date Health Risk Assessment from AFMCwellness.com. For details, call CHPS at 582-6817.Color Pin Day: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesdays at Tinker Bowling Center. Make a strike with a color pin in the head pin position to win one free game coupon. Limit three per bowler. For information, call 734-3484.Communications Basics: Learn how your personality impacts your communication style. For more information, call 582-6604.Cork & Canvas: Held from 6 to 9 p.m. at Tinker Arts and Crafts. Create a masterpiece painting with step-by-step instruction from

Tinker Calendar Recurring EventsAbove the Belt Class: 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Mondays at Bldg. 3705 Fitness Center. Tone, sculpt and build strong, lean muscles with this upper body workout. A variety of equipment will be used, including your own body resistance. This class is free to attend. For details, call 734-4664.Active Parenting of Teens Class: Learn how to establish mutual respect and cooperation, decrease power struggles and mold values. Parents will also find out how to help their children make positive choices in life to prevent risky behavior, as well as how to guide them to develop skills and character they need as they gain independence. For more details, call 582-6604.Baby Basics Class: This four-session class is for new and expectant parents. Topics include infant health care, labor and delivery, coping with crying, “how to Budget for a Baby,” baby/child safety, breastfeeding, infant nutrition, bathing and swaddling your baby, post-partum depression and a special break-out session for dads. For more details, call 582-6604.Better Body. Better Life. This eight-week weight management program meets once

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a local artist while enjoying appetizers, sipping wine and having fun. Free for single Airmen. Call 734-5615 for details and to sign up.Cosmic Bowling: Cosmic Bowling is $10 per person for unlimited games and includes the shoe rental. Or bowl by the game for $3.50 per person, per game and shoes for $2.50. There is a Family Cosmic Special for $35 which includes one lane for up to eight bowlers, two games, one pizza, soda, and shoes. Come out for this night of music, bowling, lights and fun. For details, call 734-3484.Cycle to the Core Class: 4:35 to 5:25 p.m. Tuesdays at Bldg. 3705 Fitness Center. Follow the instructor on a simulated ride through terrains, hills and jumps while controlling your resistance. Cost is $3 per class or $12 per month for unlimited classes with Traci. For more information, call 734-4664.Fad Diets: Help yourself read between the lines to decode the benefits and possible risks of these diet trends. Understand what it means to eat a balanced diet by learning some helpful tips. For more information, call 582-6817

FIT Basic: This eight-week progressive program is designed for military members on a profile and/or recovering from an injury. Program includes strength, cardio, core and flexibility conditioning. The program will focus on functional movement and nutrition. For more information, call 734-5505.FIT — Health & Human Performance: This eight-week progressive program enhances the active duty member’s human performance through fitness, nutrition and behavior change. Pre and post health and fitness assessments will be conducted. All participants must sign program memorandum. For more information, call 734-5505.Goal Setting: This workshop is designed to help participants establish goal setting habits, remove mental roadblocks and get on the road to achieving goals. For more information, call the Airman and Family Readiness Center at 739-2747.Healthy Thinking, Anger, Stress (H.A.S.) Class: This four-session class teaches better ways of expressing and reducing feelings of anger. Practice techniques to help deal with stress, and learn how unproductive thinking patterns may have been causing problems in your life. Remind yourself how to create more balance in your life and practice better self-care. For more information, call 582-6604.Love and Logic Parenting Class: This class is for parents of children ages 6 through 12. Techniques taught are simple and easy to learn; teach responsibility and character; lower the parents’ stress level; have immediate positive effects. For details, call Family Advocacy at 582-6604.Lunch Special: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays at the Tinker Club. The club serves up a buffet and a soup and salad bar. Themed lunches are offered on Tuesdays. Themes include Mongolian, Mexican and ‘A Taste of Italy’ pasta lunch.Muscle Make-Over Class: 4:15 to 5 p.m. Wednesdays at Bldg. 3705 Fitness Center. Equipment used includes bars, weights, bands, medicine balls and body resistance. Cost is $3 per class or $12 per month for unlimited classes with Traci. For more information, call 734-4664.Operation Boot Camp: This class is an infusion of cardio step intervals, strength and core training designed to maintain optimal heart rate levels, burn maximum calories and firm your entire body all in one fun workout. Cost is $3 per class or $12 per month for unlimited classes with Traci. For more information, call 734-4664.Overcoming Gym Intimidation: See the benefits of being active, the components of an exercise program and how often to exercise, plus learn ways to overcome gym intimidation and overcoming barriers to being physically active. For more information, call 582-6817.Performance Run Class: This interactive four-week program is designed to improve running technique and performance. The course will implement a progressive running program. Workout attire and running shoes are required. For more information, call 734-5505.Personal Goal Setting for a Healthy Lifestyle: In this class we’ll discuss health-related goals that people commonly make, how good and bad habits can make or break our success of reaching our goal, and learn several tips and tactics for keeping our goal. For information, call Civilian Health Promotions Services at 582-6817.

Sallie CauthersDeCA marketing and mass media specialist

FORT LEE, Va. – Commissaries are offering special savings in May with case lot events and promotions celebrating Cinco de Mayo, Mother’s Day, Military Appreciation Month, Memorial Day and more.

“We can’t thank our service members and military family members enough for all they do to preserve our rights to freedom and maintaining the security of our nation,” said Tracie Russ, director of sales for the Defense Commissary Agency. “We encourage them to take advantage of all the special sales events we’re offering this month. They have earned it!”

As shoppers prepare to hit their commissary for discounted items, they can also check out www.commissaries.com for Rewards Card coupons, the commissary’s sales flyer and a list of Value Brand items designed to offer savings lower than or equal to commercial stores’ private label products. Also, the Exclusive Savings link, http://www.commissaries.com/partners.cfm, has more coupons, specials, promotions, sales and healthy recipes.

DeCA’s industry partners — vendors, suppliers and brokers — are collaborating with commissaries in May to offer discounts beyond everyday savings.

Customers are asked to check their local commissary for details on dates and times for the following promotions:

Customer Appreciation Case Lot Sale. Stateside commissary patrons can save up to 50 percent on products sold in case formats similar to commercial club stores. Dates and locations are now available online at https://www.commissaries.com/case_lot_sale.cfm. This year the case lot sale is expanded into June.

So many tacos, so little time. Old El Paso offers savings through May 8 on products from tortilla cups to grilled steak fajitas.

Summer grilling savings. Beginning May 1, stateside commissaries will offer a Memorial Day weekend grilling coupon booklet worth over $17. The coupons, effective May 1 to June 30, offer commissary patrons extra savings on their weekend holiday essentials when purchasing fresh, store-processed beef and fresh pork. The booklet is sponsored by Kraft, Heinz, Kellogg’s, Frito Lay, Johnsonville and Rice-A-Roni/Pasta Roni. Limited quantities will be available.

“Celebrating Our Heroes.” Acosta Military will donate to the Fisher House a portion of the proceeds from the sale of participating brands from May 9 to June 5. Coupon flyers in commissaries worldwide will describe the program. A

Fisher House offers temporary, free lodging for families of patients receiving medical care at major military and VA medical centers. The homes are normally located within walking distance of the treatment facility or have transportation available.

“Honoring Our Heroes.” Gatorade is honoring military members during this worldwide contest from May 1 to Aug. 28. Here’s how: Commissary patrons can go to www.gatorademilitary.com and explain in 200 words who they feel deserves to win this contest. Potential honorees can include active and veteran military patrons, spouses, their families, friends, neighbors or organizations that benefit the military community. There are eight grand prize levels featuring cash and Commissary Gift Cards. Each participant who submits an essay online will get a free Gatorade product commissary coupon as a special thank you. In addition, all winners will be recognized at their commissary and on www.gatorademilitary.com. Check out displays in commissaries for more details.

The Summer S’mores event is hosted from May through September by Hershey’s Milk Chocolate, Honey Maid Grahams and Kraft Jet-Puffed Marshmallows. Military-specific instant redeemable coupons and in-store displays will be available.

Dr Pepper and Mott’s participating brands are sponsoring a special “Summer Grilling Giveaway” promotion worldwide from May 9 to 22. Commissary patrons can enter to win a Weber Kettle charcoal grill. Dr Pepper and Mott’s displays will have contest entry forms and product discounts.

“Outnumber Hunger” is a partnership event between Feeding America, Big Machine Label Group and General Mills dedicated to the fight against hunger. From May 9 to 22, commissary patrons can participate by entering a code listed on specially marked packages of General Mills items. For each code entered General Mills will direct five meals to a local food bank. See General Mills displays in your store for more information.

Race with Royalty Sweepstakes! Through June 18, Smithfield is promoting a sweepstakes awarding a grand prize of two tickets to the NASCAR race of the winner’s choice, transportation costs, VIP experience at track (driver meet and greet; garage tours) and 15 secondary prize winners ($50 Commissary Gift Cards). Look for displays in select stateside stores featuring Smithfield franks, bologna, bacon and smoked sausage. Commissary patrons are automatically entered to win after purchasing three qualifying items and using their Commissary Rewards Card.

May is Military Appreciation Month at the commissary

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Pick & Paint Class: Children ages 5 to 15 can join the Pick & Paint class where they get to pick out their very own ceramic piece to paint. Cost is only $20. To sign up or get details, call 734-5615.Pilates Class: 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesdays at Bldg. 3705 Fitness Center. This class focuses on building strength in the deeper postural “core” muscles to assist with the development of stability throughout the entire torso. This class is

free to attend. For details, call 734-4664.Portion Distortion: In this Civilian Health Promotions Class, participants will discuss how the amount of food people eat has changed over time, and how eating bigger portion sizes affects their health. For more information, call 582-6817.Power Pump Class: 9:30 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on the multipurpose court at the Gerrity Fitness Center. Equipment used includes

bars, weights, bands, medicine balls and your own body resistance. For more information, call 734-5607. Call to ensure class is available on a holiday.

8 to 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays and 1 to 2:30 p.m. Fridays at Airman and Family Readiness Center. The A&FRC provides individual and

and their families have completed necessary preparations for deployment. This includes assistance for families of deployed personnel of all services and DOD personnel. If you have an inquiry or a problem, the readiness NCO is prepared to assist our community. For more details, call 739-2747.

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includes Prenatal Fitness, Prenatal Nutrition, WIC, Family Expectations, Dental, Family Advocacy and TRICARE. Fathers, spouses or partners are encouraged to attend with participants. For more information, call 734-2778.Pre-Separation Consultation: 2 to 4:15 p.m. Wednesdays at Airman and Family Readiness Center. The purpose of this MANDATORY pre-separation counseling is to ensure all active duty separating service members have the opportunity to be made aware of the transition services


$34 million annually. Hospital costs account for two-thirds of the total.

As you can see, falls are among the most common causes of very serious work-related and non-work-related injuries and deaths. Let’s first visit work-related fall concerns:

The OSHA General Duty Clause, affectionately known as “the 5(a)(1)” is unabashedly direct in stating, “Each employer SHALL furnish to each of his employees employment and a place of employment which are free from recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm to his employees.”

It is incumbent upon the employer to implement sound measures in an attempt to prevent employees from being injured from falls. Employers must:

• Guard every floor hole into which a worker can accidentally walk (using a railing and toe-board or a floor hole cover).

• Provide a guard rail and toe-board around every elevated open sided platform, floor or runway.

• Regardless of height, if a worker can fall into or onto dangerous machines or equipment (such as a vat of acid or a conveyor belt) employers must provide guardrails and toe-boards to prevent workers from falling and getting injured.

• Other means of fall protection that may be required on certain jobs include safety harness and line, safety nets, stair railings and hand rails.

OSHA requires employers to:• Provide working conditions that

are free of known dangers.• Keep floors in work areas in a clean

and, so far as possible, a dry condition.• Select and provide required

personal protective equipment at no cost to workers.

• Train workers about job hazards in a language that they can understand.

Administrative Workplace/Office Safety:

In the administrative workplace, everyone shall:

• Exercise great caution when sitting down and arising from a chair.

• Refrain from tilting backwards while seated in a chair.

• Exercise due caution when walking on wet floors, around equipment, cords, exits and entrances, or litter.

• Refrain from standing on chairs or other furniture

• Be trained and documented (A.F.Form 55) before climbing a ladder

• Exercise great caution when using stairs — hold the handrails.

Home Safety:Now, let’s examine some measures

for off-the-job safety:Your parents have been living quite

well in their own home for decades now. But if you’re thinking it might be time to step in and give their home a fall-prevention assessment, you’re right.

Today, Americans are living longer while staying active and healthy. But adults 65 and older are at risk for falls, which can signal the beginning of the end of that active life — and their independence. Injuries from falls can, and do lead to limited activity, reduced mobility, loss of fitness and a fear of falling, all of which increase risk of additional injury.

Falls also are the leading cause of injury-related death for adults age 65 and older, according to Injury Facts 2015, the statistical report on unintentional injuries created by the National Safety Council. This is not surprising considering falls are among the most common causes of traumatic brain injury, as previously mentioned. About 29,500 people died from falls in 2013, and the vast majority of them were over age 65.

While falls can happen anywhere off-duty, they most often occur at home. What can you do to make your home or the home of someone you love safer?

• Remove clutter, small furniture, pet gear, electrical cords, throw rugs and anything else that might cause someone to trip

• Arrange or remove furniture so there is plenty of room for walking

• Secure carpets to the floor• Wipe up spills immediately• Make sure outdoor areas are well

lit and walkways are smooth and free from ice

• Use non-slip adhesive strips on stairs

• Use non-skid mats or appliques in the bath and shower

• Install grab bars in the tub, shower and near the toilet

• Install railings on both sides of stairs

• Provide adequate lighting in every room and stairway

• Place nightlights in kitchen, bath and hallways

• Make often-used items more accessible, like food, clothing, etc., so an older person won’t be tempted to use a stool or ladder to get to them

• If necessary, provide personal walking devices, such as a cane or walker, to aid in stability

Children’s Safety:From the moment your baby starts

to crawl, the world becomes a magical place filled with new adventures and discoveries. From a child’s perspective, everything is a potential mountain to climb (that giant bookshelf), obstacle to overcome (those pesky stairs), or mysterious place to investigate (anywhere beyond the safety-gate). Little bumps will occur but we as adults need to ensure that those brave expeditions don’t result in something much more serious.

Here are some things to consider:• Install window guards and stops.

Screens are meant to keep bugs out,

not children in. Install window-stops so that windows open no more than four inches.

• Secure children when they are seated. Use high chairs, infant carriers, swings and strollers.

• If your child is in a carrier, always remember to place it on the floor, and NOT on top of a table or other furniture.

• There are some things to know about baby walkers: They don’t come with safety features that prevent the walkers from rolling down the stairs, and it’s easy for children to fall or reach higher objects that may be unsafe. So please be extra careful.

• Because baby walkers can be dangerous, try using a stationary activity center. These items give your baby a chance to practice standing and moving more safely. Look for one that is on a stable, non-moveable base and place it away from stairs, hot appliances or window cords.

• Consider anti-slip rugs for the floors in your home, and mats or decals in the bathtub or shower to help prevent dangerous falls.

• It’s important that kids have the freedom to be creative and push their limits. That means wearing a helmet for appropriate activities such as biking or snowboarding to prevent a head injury that can ruin the fun down the road.

• Secure TVs and furniture to the wall using mounts, brackets, braces, anchors or wall straps to prevent tip-overs. These accidents happen more than you might think, so take a few minutes, secure your furniture and then never worry about it again.

• Don’t let children climb on furniture or use drawers or shelves as steps.

Remember, whether on or off-duty, it’s not the fall that kills you — it’s the sudden stop at the end. Think before you act, follow safety rules as you have been taught and remain focused on the Quest-for-Zero.

(Some parts of this article thanks to: cdc.gov, osha.gov, nsc.org, safekids.org, afi.91-203)

Falls continued from page 2a

Rick BrinkDeCA public affairs specialist

FORT LEE, Va. — The commissary surcharge — the 5 percent added to every customer’s bill — is not a tax. That’s just one of several facts about the surcharge that even some of the savviest commissary customers are sometimes surprised to learn.

“Some people erroneously call the surcharge a tax, but this generalization is inaccurate and misses the point,” said Defense Commissary Agency Historian Dr. Pete Skirbunt. “A tax could be spent on any of multiple government programs or projects with no way of telling which ones. Commissary surcharge dollars, however, may only be spent on building, modernizing and maintaining commissary facilities and store equipment.”

Examples of surcharge spending include the new

Investing in your benefitSurcharge pays for new or renovated commissaries

commissaries nearing completion at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, and Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Florida – all paid for with surcharge dollars. The grand opening of the $26 million Spangdahlem commissary is set for May, the $36 million Jacksonville commissary grand opening is expected later this summer, and the $38 million Fort Belvoir commissary is expected to open early next year.

“People are surprised to learn that the surcharge first appeared in 1879, and its history features various applications and rates through the years leading up to 1983 when it was set at 5 percent, and hasn’t changed since,” Dr. Skirbunt said.

Here are some surcharge facts provided as DeCA prepares to observe two anniversaries: the 25th anniversary of the agency officially standing up Oct. 1, 1991; and 150th anniversary of the modern

commissary benefit, which began July 1, 1867, with the at-cost sale of food to enlisted men and officers at posts across the country. Between then and now, there’s plenty of surcharge history:

Today, the overall commissary shopper savings includes the surcharge.

The first surcharge appeared in 1879 to pay for spoilage and transportation costs. Set at 10 percent, it was levied on all commissary goods except tobacco, and was repealed five years later.

From 1923 to 1927, Congress directed that commissary customers pay “the customary overhead costs of freight, handling, storage and delivery. The word “surcharge” was never used, but that’s what the price increase constituted. It stopped in 1928.

The modern surcharge began in 1952 when Congress decided commissaries should be more self-supporting. Congress and the Defense Department directed the military services to have commissaries add a 2 percent surcharge to cover costs of purchasing and maintaining equipment and supplies.

Through the 50s, 60s and 70s, the surcharge rate fluctuated and varied among the military services, which ran their own separate commissary systems. It was set at 5 percent for all in 1983.

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Bill, TRICARE, employment, résumé writing, interview skills, budget and TMO. Spouses encouraged, but must pre-register. For details, call 739-2747.VA Career Track 2-Day Class: The Career Technical Training Track is designed to assist you in:

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Participants must complete the Core GPS program in order to attend this class. For more information, call 734-2747.Walking for Your Health: The Basics: Come learn the reasons why you should start walking for exercise and some tips for sticking with it. For more information, call CHPS at 582-6817.Yoga Basics: 3:30 to 4:10 p.m. Wednesdays at Bldg. 3705 Fitness Center. This is a

You will learn basic yoga postures, increase

while strengthening the body. Cost is $3 per class or $12 per month for unlimited

classes with Traci. For more information, call 734-4664.Yoga Class: 3 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays on the multipurpose court at the

the training of the core abdominal and back

entire body to move freely. For details, call the Gerrity Fitness Center at 734-5607. Yoga Flow Class: 3:40 to 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at Bldg. 3705 Fitness Center. This class ties postures together with breath and movement, into

balance, reduce the effects of stress while strengthening the body’s immune system. Cost is $3 per class or $12 per month for unlimited classes with Traci. For more information, call 734-4664.Zumba Class: 4 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on the multipurpose court at the Gerrity Fitness Center. For more information, call 734-5607. Zumba is also held every Monday from 4:15 to 5 p.m. at the Bldg. 3705 Fitness Center. Cost for this class is $3 per class or $12 per month for unlimited classes with Traci. For more information, call 734-4664.

Tinker Chapel Recurring EventsCATHOLICFor more information, call Jim Black at 734-8158 or the chapel at 734-2111.Weekend Mass: Saturday at 5 p.m. and Sunday at 9 a.m. Sunday School: 10:30 a.m. to noon Sundays. Daily Mass starts at 11:30 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at the chapel.Holy Days of Obligation: Mass at 11:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.

Fellowship is held the second weekend of the month after Saturday and Sunday Mass.Confession is from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Saturdays at the chapel or by appointment.Catholic Women of the Chapel meet at 9 a.m. for fellowship and 9:30 a.m. for

Religious Education: 10:30 a.m. Sunday in the R.E. Bldg. For more information, call Julie Bierne at 734-2111.Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA): Classes for those interested in coming into communion with the Catholic church are held at 9 a.m. Sundays. For more details, call the chapel at 734-2111.Rosary Prayer Group: Before Mass at 11 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.Ladies Rosary Guild starts at 1 p.m. Thursdays in chapel rooms 1 and 2. Pre-Baptism Class starts at 12:15 p.m. the last Sunday of the month.Choir Rehearsals Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 a.m. Sundays for the 9 a.m. Mass.Catholic Pastoral Council starts at

month.

PROTESTANTFor more information on Protestant events, call Janina Peter at 734-8986.General Protestant Service: 11 a.m. to noon, with Children’s Church.Communion: First Sunday of the month.Sunday school: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Sundays in the fellowship hall until the R.E. Bldg. is

and children of all ages at the chapel. Call Brandi Briscoe at 734-2111 for details.Wee Church is offered for children 6 months to 3 years during Protestant Bible studies from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays and during Sunday service.Fellowship Sunday: Third Sunday of the month after the service.Weekly Fellowship Dinner: Groups meet for fellowship at 6 p.m. Wednesdays.

children’s programs, follow. Protestant Retirees of the Chapel meet

at 5 p.m. every second Sunday at various restaurants. Call 734-2111 for details.Protestant Women of the Chapel meet for Bible study at 7 p.m. Wednesdays in room 4 and the cry room. A children’s program is provided. Call 734-2111 for details. Tinker Youth of the Chapel is for sixth to 12th graders. Meet for Bible Study Wednesdays in Room 9 at 7 p.m. For details on youth events, call Kim Chretin at 971-4499.Protestant Men of the Chapel meet at 7 p.m. Wednesdays in the fellowship hall. For information, call Chaplain (Maj.) John Key at 734-2111.Protestant Children of the Chapel: Elementary age children meet at 7 p.m. Wednesdays in rooms 1 and 2. For more details, call Brandi Briscoe at 734-2111. Protestant Young Adults of the Chapel for college and career ages. The

Wednesdays in Loop Hall, Bldg. 5913. Call Chaplain (Capt.) Bill Mesaeh Jr. at 734-2111.Choir rehearsals are held every Tuesday in the sanctuary. The praise team rehearses at 6 p.m. and the vocal choir rehearses at 7 p.m. The Youth Praise band/choir

Briscoe at 734-2111 for more information.Protestant Parish Council starts at 11:30

classrooms one and two.Baptism - Call the chapel at 734-2111.

ECUMENICALFirst 1,000 Years of Christianity Study meets at the Tinker Auditorium/Theater at 7 p.m. Wednesdays (until May), following

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Screening

Bldg. 3001 LH Office (073),

7 to 11 a.m.

See description on page 6a-13a.

Building a Healthy Core

Bldg. 3001 FM C/R (1AF-

83A), 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.


MissionFIT - Health & Human

Performance Series 2

Tinker Wellness Center,

Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.


Pre-Deployment Briefing

A&FRC, 1 to 3 p.m.


Saturday, April 30CommunityCosmic Bowling

Tinker Lanes, 7 to 11 p.m.


Monday, May 2CommunityCholesterol and Glucose

Screening


7 a.m. to 11 a.m.

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Tobacco Cessation

Individual Consults


Bldg. 5922,

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Active Parenting of Teens

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72nd MDG, Family Advocacy

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9:30 to 11:30 a.m.



Bldg. 3001 PK C/R (2AH-

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Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.


Tuesday, May 3CommunityCholesterol and Glucose

Screening

Bldg. 9001 2T-41,

7:30 to 10:30 a.m.


Active Parenting of Teens

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9:30 to 11:30 a.m.


Baby Basics class (1 of 4)

72nd MDG, Lakisha Levy

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MissionBetter Body. Better Life.

Series 3A


Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.


FIT - Health & Human



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Performance Run Class

Series 5


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FIT Basic Series 3


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Wednesday, May 4CommunityCholesterol and Glucose

Screening


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Pregnancy Resource

Briefing

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Conference Room,

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Baby Basics class (2 of 4)


large classroom, 6 to 8 p.m.





Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.


Better Body. Better Life.

Series 3B


Bldg. 5922, 1 to 2 p.m.


FIT Basic Series 3


Bldg. 5922, 1 to 2 p.m.


Thursday, May 5CommunityTobacco Cessation

Individual Consults


Cholesterol and Glucose

Screening

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7:30 to 10:30 a.m.


Story Time/Play Group

Balfour Beatty Community

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Bldg. 5922, 7. to 8 a.m.



Series 5


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FIT Basic Series 3


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Friday, May 6CommunityCholesterol and Glucose

Screening


7 to 11 a.m.


Portion Distortion

Bldg. 469 Harden C/R,

11 a.m. to 12 p.m.Learn tricks for making sense of

food labels, and tips for eating

healthy amounts of foods at

home, in restaurants, and on-the-

go. For more information, call

582-6817




Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.



Screening


7 to 11 a.m.


Tobacco Cessation

Individual Consults


Bldg. 5922,

7:30 to 10:30 a.m.



Bob Queen C/R (1AH1-92A),

11 a.m. to 12 p.m.





Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.


Tuesday, May 10Better Body. Better Life.

Series 3A


Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.


CommunityCholesterol and Glucose

Screening

Bldg. 400 CE C/R,

7:30 to 10:30 a.m.



Series 3A


Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.





Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.



Series 5


Bldg. 5922, 11 a.m.


FIT Basic Series 3


Bldg. 5922, 1 to 2 p.m.


Wednesday, May 11CommunityBuilding a Healthy Core


5 to 5:30 p.m.



Screening


7 a.m. to 7 p.m.


Exercise and Arthritis

Bldg. 3001 564 AMXS Small

C/R (2Y-48 C2), 11 a.m.

This class will explain how

exercising is an excellent way to

help reduce arthritis pain.

Participants will review four

types of exercises that are safe to

do for people with arthritis. For





Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.



Series 3B


Bldg. 5922, 1 to 2 p.m.


FIT Basic Series 3


Bldg. 5922, 1 to 2 p.m.



Individual Consults



Screening

Bldg. 3 Room 200,

7:30 to 10:30 a.m.



Bldg. 3334 Room 119, 11

a.m. to 12 p.m.



Bldg. 469 Harden C/R, 11

a.m. to 12 p.m.





Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.



Series 5


Bldg. 5922, 11 a.m.


FIT Basic Series 3


Bldg. 5922, 1 to 2 p.m.



Screening


7 to 11 a.m.



Bldg. 3001 FM C/R (1AF-

83A), 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.


Diabetes Support Group

Meeting


Bldg. 5922, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.





Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.



Screening


7 to 11 a.m.


Tobacco Cessation

Individual Consults


Bldg. 5922,

7:30 to 10:30 a.m.


Allergies, Asthma, Colds,

and Flu

Bldg. 3001 APEX C/R (2AH-

73A), 11 a.m. to 12 a.m.





Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.



Screening

Bldg. 3001 Post U71,

7:30 to 10:30 a.m.



Series 3A


Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.





Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.



Series 5


Bldg. 5922, 11 a.m.


FIT Basic Series 3


Bldg. 5922, 1 to 2 p.m.


Wednesday, May 18CommunityCholesterol and Glucose

Screening


7 a.m. to 7 p.m.


Pregnancy Resource

Briefing


Room, Bldg. 1094, 9:30 a.m.


Overcoming Gym

Intimidation

Bldg. 3001 564 AMXS Small

C/R 2Y-48 C2), 11 a.m.





Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.



Series 3B


Bldg. 5922, 1 to 2 p.m.


FIT Basic Series 3


Bldg. 5922, 1 to 2 p.m.



Individual Consults



Screening

Bldg. 1 Door 6,

7:30 to 10:30 a.m.



201SE— Room 5, 11:30 a.m.

to 12:30 p.m.





Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.



Series 5


Bldg. 5922, 11 a.m.


FIT Basic Series 3


Bldg. 5922, 1 to 2 p.m.



Screening


7 to 11 a.m.


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Supplement Safety

Bldg. 469 Harden C/R,

11 a.m. to 12 p.m.This class will provide an

overview of dietary supplements,

claims about their health benefits

as well as safety considerations

and tips for deciding whether a

supplement is safe and useful.

For information, call 582-6817.




Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.



Screening


7 to 11 a.m.


Tobacco Cessation

Individual Consults


Bldg. 5922,

7:30 to 10:30 a.m.


Bone and Joint Health

Bldg. 3001 PK C/R (2AH-

77A), 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.Learn about foods and exercises

that can improve bone and jointhealth at almost any age. Formore information, call 582-6817.

MissionFIT - Health & HumanPerformance Series 3Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 6a-13a.

Tuesday, May 24MissionBetter Body. Better Life.Series 3ATinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 6a-13a.

FIT - Health & HumanPerformance Series 3Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.See description on page 6a-13a.

Performance Run ClassSeries 5Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 11 a.m.See description on page 6a-13a.

FIT Basic Series 3Tinker Wellness Center, Bldg. 5922, 1 to 2 p.m.See description on page 6a-13a.

Wednesday, May 25CommunityCholesterol and GlucoseScreeningBldg. 3001 LH Office (073),7 to 11 a.m.See description on page 6a-13a.

Walking for Health

Bldg. 3001 Keith Howard

C/R (1AH1-99A), 11 a.m. Learn the reasons why you

should start walking for exercise

and some tips for sticking with

it. Participants will also discuss

how to prepare for, stay safe

during and stretch after walking.

For information, call 582-6817.




Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.



Series 3B


Bldg. 5922, 1 to 2 p.m.


FIT Basic Series 3


Bldg. 5922, 1 to 2 p.m.



Individual Consults



Screening


7:30 to 10:30 a.m.





Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.



Series 5


Bldg. 5922, 11 a.m.


FIT Basic Series 3


Bldg. 5922, 1 to 2 p.m.



Screening


7:30 to 10:30 a.m.



Series 3A


Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.





Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.


FIT Basic Series 3


Bldg. 5922, 1 to 2 p.m.


Wednesday, June 1CommunityPregnancy Resource

Briefing


Room, Bldg. 1094, 9:30 a.m.





Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.



Series 3B


Bldg. 5922, 1 to 2 p.m.


FIT Basic Series 3


Bldg. 5922, 1 to 2 p.m.


Thursday, June 2CommunityTobacco Cessation

Individual Consults




4b — www.TinkerTakeOff.com — April 29, 2016

QA Professional

Astellas Pharma Technologies, a leading global pharmaceutical company in Norman, OK, is seeking highly motivated

Quality Assurance Professional as Document Review Specialist.

As a Document Review Specialist you will be responsible for the issuance and documentation of batch records, work

with Production and QA to assure compliance with cGMPs and standard operating procedures, within regulatory requirements.

This role will investigate all discrepancies in the batch record and work to resolve issues and compliance concerns detected

during documentation review.

The successful Document Review Specialist must have 3 years experience in QA/QC within the pharma, biotech, medical

device industry or a combination of education and experience.

Astellas is proud to offer one of the best compensation and benefit packages in Oklahoma with over 4 weeks of paid leave the

first year. This position starts at a minimum of $23.00 per hour.

Qualified applicants should e-mail, fax or mail a resume and salary requirements to

E-mail: [email protected] • Fax: 405-217-7906

Mailing Address: Astellas Pharma Technologies: Attn. Human Resources

3300 Marshall Ave., Norman, OK 73072

EOE




Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.


FIT Basic Series 3


Bldg. 5922, 1 to 2 p.m.


Friday, June 3MissionFIT - Health & Human



Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.


Monday, June 6CommunityTobacco Cessation

Individual Consults


Bldg. 5922,

7:30 to 10:30 a.m.





Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.


Tuesday, June 7MissionBetter Body. Better Life.

Series 3A


Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.





Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.


FIT Basic Series 3


Bldg. 5922, 1 to 2 p.m.


Wednesday, June 8MissionFIT - Health & Human



Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.



Series 3B


Bldg. 5922, 1 to 2 p.m.


FIT Basic Series 3


Bldg. 5922, 1 to 2 p.m.


Thursday, June 9CommunityTobacco Cessation

Individual Consults





Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.


FIT Basic Series 3


Bldg. 5922, 1 to 2 p.m.


Friday, June 10CommunityDiabetes Support Group

Meeting


Bldg. 5922, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.





Bldg. 5922, 7 to 8 a.m.



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