FLASH articles from June 2001

FLASH archives from June 2001

Editor's thought.
June 1, 2001... First, I would like to thank the several submarine commanding officers who took the time to write us following their safety surveys. It's always nice to know that someone appreciates our efforts. Thank you! NEWS FLASH! The Naval Safety...

Do you use this as a floatation device? If so, then read this.(submarines)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2001... IF SO, THEN READ THIS. Commander, Naval Sea Systems Command has neither tested nor approved as a floatation device, the black, "tactical vest" issued under force protection (FP) allowance equipage lists (AEL) 2-320024501, 2-320024502,...

A few thoughts.(submarines)
June 1, 2001... Every once in a while, it's a good idea to just sit back and look at how we do business. While conducting surveys around the fleet, I talk with a lot of weaponers out there. While I haven't read of any weapons-related mishaps in the submarine...

How reliable are your vari-nozzles?(submarines)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2001... The answer might just surprise you. In this last year, I have found an alarming number of fire hose stations out of commission due to the vari-nozzles being stuck in a low-or no-flow position. The early design 95 and 125 GPM nozzles...

Submarine quarterly mishap summary for 2nd qtr FY01.
June 1, 2001... The following are reported mishap statistics involving submarine commands for the second quarter FY01: Submarine # Mishaps Lost Workdays (On Duty) (Class) (Class) A B C...

688 EPCP meter calibration (test blocks).(submarines)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2001... Does your electric plant control panel (EPCP) have test blocks installed for easier access during meter calibration? Have you ever wondered why the calibration facility you work with will not allow you to hook up to the test blocks? If you...

The Chickenhead Award.
June 1, 2001... The Chickenhead Award is dedicated to those unexplained and sometimes even bizarre items we have seen during our travels. If you would like to submit photos for Chickenhead Award consideration, contact Chief Houck at (757) 444-3520 Ext. 7098...

Temp alts and UPS and power strips, oh my!(submarines)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2001... I can not count how many times I have witnessed temporary alterations (temp alts) being installed on submarines over the years. Until I worked at the safety center, I never paid too much attention to how the temp alts were installed. This...

Have you checked your PMS lately?(submarines)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2001... Our submarine safety survey checklists contain many items that are directly related to PMS. We routinely spot check these PMS-related items for completion and accuracy. Recently, we have found that many items were not completed in accordance...

Welcome aboard.
June 1, 2001... Welcome aboard to LCDR David Bragg and MMC(SS) Ron Downham. LCDR Bragg reported as the submarine section division head. His previous duty stations include: USS DRUM (677); CNO N87; USS ALBANY (SSN 753); Supreme Allied Command Atlantic. You...