to  anyone.  The  AME1  and  AMEC  must,  where possible, ensure  “freedom  from  danger”  for  his personnel  and  equipment. The  best  method  for  the  supervisor  to  meet his  responsibility  for  safety  is  by  a  continuous safety   program.   This   program   should   include inspection  of  work  areas,  equipment,  and  tools; interpretation  of  safety  directives  and  precautions; and  personal  attention  to  personnel  problems  and differences. The main objective of this chapter is to discuss the parts of a  SAFETY   PROGRAM   that  will reduce  the  human  suffering  and  operational readiness losses due to aviation safety and survival equipment  accidents. ORGANIZATION    AND ADMINISTRATION  OF  A  SAFETY PROGRAM Many  supervisors  feel  that  it  is  only  necessary to  provide  safeguards,  and  safety  will  take  care of   itself.   Safeguards   are   a   step   in   the   right direction,  but  they  alone  will  not  get  good  results. To  establish  a  good  safety  record  requires  the establishment  of  a  good  safety  program.  Navy directives  require  all  organizations  to  have  an active   safety   training   program.   The   safety program   discussed   in   this   manual   is   built around  EDUCATION,  ENVIRONMENT,  and ENFORCEMENT. ENVIRONMENTAL   CONDITIONS Environment,  as  it  applies  to  safety,  can  be defined   as   the   improvement   or   redesign   of equipment, machinery, work area, or procedures. The objective of the environment is the elimina- tion of hazards or providing adequate safeguards to   prevent   accidents.   The  objectives  are  the responsibilities  of  the  supervisor.  Briefly,  the objectives  of  supervision  are  as  follows: 1. 2. 3. To  operate  with  maximum  efficiency  and safety To  operate  with  minimum  efficiency  and waste To   operate   free   from   interruption   and difficulty While  these  are  the  primary  objectives  of supervision, it is important for you to remember that  your  new  assignment  is  important  to  you personally. It gives you an excellent opportunity to   gain   practical   experience   toward   eventual promotions  to  AMCS  and  AFCM. WORK  AREAS Supervisory  personnel  should  be  especially aware of shop cleanliness. A cluttered, dirty shop may  cause  personnel  to  become  careless  and inefficient.  Look  for  spilled  grease  and  oil.  An otherwise “heads-up” man could become a “tails- up” man if spilled grease and oil is not cleaned up promptly. Notice rag storage. Oily rags should be  kept  in  a  closed  metal  container.  Notice obstructions  protruding  from  work  benches  and lying on decks, or items stowed on top of lockers. These  are  obvious  dangers. Less  obvious  hazards  are  poor  work  habits. Are the proper tools used for the tasks assigned? Are the established safety rules and regulations being   followed?   Is   the   shop   lighting   and ventilation  adequate? The  hazardous  conditions  noticed  by  the  AME during  inspections  should  be  corrected  now,  either by  immediate  action  or  training.  General  work center  safety  is  covered  more  in  the  Aviation Maintenance  Ratings  Supervisor  manual. TOOLS The  inspection  of  tools  should  include  type, condition,  and  use.  As  a  general  precaution,  be sure that all tools conform to navy standards of quality  and  type.  Remember  that  each  tool  has a place and should be in use or in that place. Each tool  has  a  purpose  and  should  be  used  only  for that  purpose. If hand tools are dull, broken, bent, or dirty, corrective action is necessary. Tools that cannot be repaired should be replaced. Tools should be cleaned and kept clean. Portable tools should be inspected prior to each use to ensure they are clean and  in  the  proper  state  of  repair.  The  AME supervisor  should  be  very  critical  of  the  tools within the work center. For more information on tools  and  their  uses,  refer  to  the   Aviation Maintenance  Ratings  Supervisor  manual. EQUIPMENT The  AME  supervisor  will  have  many  different kinds   of   equipment   in   his   work   center.   The inspection   of   shop   equipment   should   include checking  for  posted  operational  requirements  and for safeguards such as goggles, hearing protectors, and protective clothing. Always check for leaks, frayed   electrical   cords,   proper   working conditions,  and  general  cleanliness. 1-2