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Purpose

a. This regulation prescribes Department of the Army (DA) policy, responsibilities, and procedures to protect and preserve Army personnel and property against accidental loss. It provides for public safety incident to Army operations and activities, and safe and healthful workplaces, procedures, and equipment. This regulation assures statutory and regulatory compliance.

b. This regulation mandates Army Safety Program policies, procedures, and guidelines into one comprehensive safety program for all DA personnel and operations worldwide.

Applicability. This regulation applies to the active Army, the Army National Guard (ARNG) of the U.S., the U.S. Army Reserve (USAR), and Army civilian employees. During mobilization, chapters and policies contained in this regulation may be modified by the proponent.