BASE USOIP

What are the RSN Safety Policy?

• Our goal is to build an autonomous-self and autonomous-team safety culture.

• Safety is integral to mission success and a core value for the RSN.

• Safety and occupational health is an individual, team and command responsibility. It is part of our identity as a Navy Family.

• Zero Accidents is not possible, however we can strive to minimise it.

• Safety and occupational health is an individual, team The RSN is committed to maintaining a high standard of safety and occupational health.

Answer explanation

We believe that Zero Accidents are achievable.

Which situations can you NOT work alone?

• You are a newly posted personnel attending training.

• In the office during office hours.

• Rooms with FM200 installed.

• A room which requires authorized personnel.

Answer explanation

Read RSN Safety Directive 05-14 No Working Alone System

You are heading for lunch when a potted plant fell in front of you 5m away. What should you do?

• Continue heading to lunch as the incident did not hurt you.

• Go up the building and find the culprit to give him/her a good scolding.

• Stand there in shock.

• Make an Open Report about the Near-Miss incident via the SafeGuardian app.

Answer explanation

Anyone can make an Open Report (OR) via:

1. SafeGuardian app

2. SIS-at-OSN

3. Telegram Naval Safety Chat

4. RSN Safety Hotline (91-SAFETY)

What should you ensure if you're riding a bicycle to base?

• 1. No bell-bottoms and baggy pants.

  2. Wear proper shoes with laces tied properly.

• 1. Ensure helmet is always worn when cycling.

  2. Night light must be on when cycling at night.

• Passed the Mandatory Theory Test if riding an electric bicycle.

• Obey all traffic rules.

Answer explanation

As much as possible, it is highly discouraged to cycle to base due to the many heavy vehicles on the roads around/in TNB and CNB.

Which procedure is NOT part of the MSTF Check 4 Procedure?

• Safety Check

• Roles and Responsibilities

• Roll Call

• No-Go Criteria

Answer explanation

The MSTF Check 4 Procedure include:

1. Roll Call

2. Roles and Responsibilities

3. Identify the Hazards

4. No-Go Criteria

What are good safety habits to practice in workplaces?

• Opening outward doors slowly.

• Walk and text due to an urgent matter.

• Walk and NOT run.

• Wear mask indoors.

Answer explanation

Do NOT Walk-and-Text, find a safe spot and stop while texting!

You bought cold drink from the canteen and there is no space on your desk except near the electrical plugs. What should you do?

• Leave your drink in the pantry and consume it there.

• Place your drink on a coaster near the electrical plugs on your desk.

You are a motorcyclist who just got your license, can you have your colleague as your passenger?

• YES

• NO

Answer explanation

No pillion riding for young and inexperienced riders:

1. Aged 24 years or younger.

2. Holding P-plate or first-time motorcyclist regardless of age.

3. In vicinity of CNB, TNB and shipyards due to increased risk posed by heavy vehicles.

*For more information, read RSN Safety Directive 07/14 Management of Motorcyclist in the RSN

What can you NOT do in the pantry?

• Clean up spillages

• Set the microwave on timer and leave temporarily to settle admin matters.

• Leave the hot water dispenser on to fill your cup while talking to your colleague.

• Microwave your lunch in microwave safe plastic container.

Answer explanation

- Using the microwave shallbe ATTENDED to all times.

- Be careful when dispensing hot water and have positive control over the hot water dispenser.

There is a beehive behind the office building, you should

• Report to the Environmental Control Officer (ECO) immediately.

• Use a bamboo stick to knock the beehive down.

• Take photo of the beehive and upload it on your social media.

• Spray insect repellent at the beehive.

Answer explanation

- Keep your distance from the beehive and report to ME3 Caren Lim, the ECO immediately at 9871 3850.

- Seek medical attention immediately if you are accidentally stung/bitten.