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Show Hilltop Times NEWS Nov. 22, 1989 Automobile accidents, fires hamper holidays by Roger L. Robertson Ogden Air Logistics Center Safety Office The holiday season can be one of the most joyous times of the year. Or it can be a time of tragedy and suffering. The two greatest killers during the holiday season are vehicle accidents and fires. These accidents can be prevented by being aware of hazards and the way$ to avoid them. Dealers of driving With the upcoming holidays, the number of drivers on the road increases dramatically. Also, - during the Christmas and New Year's holiday season winter weather driving conditions are almost inevitable. If a few simple rules are followed, the tragedy of a vehicle accident can be prevented: Ensure cars are in top condition and ready for winter. Obey all traffic rules and regulations. Don't overextend yourself. Plan for travel that will allow time for frequent stops. Slow down. Drive according to prevailing conditions. Drive defensively. Watch out for the other guy. Don't become preoccupied. Pay attention. Leave early. Allow plenty of time to get to your destination. Buckle up. Use seat belts and provide an occupant restraint for each passenger. Don't drink and drive. Some specific items to keep in a car during the winter are: flashlight and flares, extra fuses, a blanket, extra antifreeze, booster cables, a bag of sand or rock salt, ice scraper, snow removal brush, heavy duty gloves, a shovel, tire chains and extra windshield washer fluid. "Although there are many other military-orienteassociations and legislative advocacy groups, AFSA is the only one dedicated solely to U.S. Air Force, ANG and AFRES enlisted personnel of all grades, whether active duty, retired or their dependents," CMSgt. James C. Binnicker, chief master sergeant of the Air Force, said. "As a life member, I know AFSA represents our needs on Capitol Hill The Air Force Sergeants Associa- and in our communities. With its tion began its membership drive Nov. growing voice and increasing member1. ship, we are certain our elected leadThe "voice of the enlisted," AFSA ers are taking notice and listening," he 1 lobbies for the rights and entitlements said. ' of enlisted members of the Air Force, "I encourage every Air Force, Air Air National Guard and Air Force National Guard and Air Force Reserve Reserve. enlisted member to Join during Sergeants d associcaf ion begins drive oQ Ctro Safety hazards, especially fire hazards, increase tremendously at this time of the year. One of the major fire hazards in the home is the Christmas tree. However, by following a few safety precautions, the chances of a tragic holiday fire can be reduced. Always keep a live tree in' water and use tree j preservative if possible. Use only nonflammable decorations on the tree. Never use lighted candles as tree decorations. Don't overload electric outlets with light Dangers . strings. O Be sure the insulation on the wires of the lights is in good shape. Dispose of the tree properly after the holidays. Be sure that functioning smoke detectors are installed in the home. - CMSgt.; Thomas C. enlisted adviser at senior Moeglein, Hill AFB, said. In addition to providing lobbying efforts, membership in AFSA also means a subscription to the d 1989 AFSA's Air is drive. about AFSA us, membership the people behind the stripes. Your added voice will take us one step closer to protecting the quality of life and entitlements we have earned," Chief Binnicker said. Since 1961, AFSA has been lobbying on Capitol Hill for the rights and entitlements of all enlisted members and their families. d Household "The new Goods Weight Allowance Program was due, in part, to the lobbying efforts of AFSA. Because AFSA was persistent and refused to call it quits after numerous setbacks, the household allowance rates, which hadn't been touched since 1966, were in creased," Force-sanctione- Sergeants magazine, award-winnin- g plus discounted rates on various insurance programs. AFSA also offers other programs that such aid members, as the scholarship program for dependents of AFSA members based on academic achievement, as well as loans for active AFSA members' dependents seeking higher education. For more information, contact TSgt. Jim Pinnegar at Ext. 71222. two-tiere- low-intere- st ITSfJS BIUEFS Scouts selling Christmas trees The product is an food supplement sold in tablet and capsule form and is frequently seen wherever vitamins or other food supplements are sold. It has been used by some people for sleeping difficulty and premenstrual syndrome. It is also reported to be popular among weight lifters and Hill AFB Boy Scout Troop 55 and Cub Scout Pack 55 will again sell Christmas trees, wreaths and door decorations for the holiday season. For the past decade, the base scouts have offered fresh cut trees for purchase by military and Department of Defense civilian employees. This year, they will also be adding h wreaths with pine cone accents and h evergreen door decorations. According to Capt. Roger Parish, committee chairman, "We have a policy of satisfaction guaranteed for our trees. We have a new vendor who will be supplying us with fresh-cu- t trees from the Ore., area. "We'll have more than 100 scouts and troop leadg ers involved in this project, which is our effort for operating funds for the scouting programs on Hill AFB," he said. Sales begin Friday and will end Dec. 17. Hours of 0 p.m.; Saturdays, operation are: Monday-Frida8 a.m.-10 p.m.; and Sundays, noon to 5 p.m. Trees will range in price from $8 to $37.50, depending upon the height and the type of tree. Wreaths will cost $15 and the door decoration is $10. "Those who buy a tree will receive a discount toward the purchase of the wreath or door decoration," the captain said. Troop members will assist those purchasing trees by securing them to vehicles. bodybuilders. The product has been associated with more than 24-inc- 30 cases nationwide of a syndrome characterized by intense eosinophilia (a blood condition) and associated weakness, joint pain, swelling of the arms and 28-inc- legs, fever and skin rash. The Hill AFB Base Exchange has not carried the product, according to one BX official. Any instance of human injury related to this recall should be reported to environmental food inspectors Cor-valli- s, fund-raisin- y, FDA at Ext. 72969. Smoked salmon recalled by FDA The Food and Drug Administration recently recalled several smoked salmon products possibly contaminated by Listeria monocytogenese bacteria. The following products with and without color added, refrigerated or frozen packaged under the following types and labels should not be used: Slicedsmoked Nova, Vita, Royal Taste, Smith Bros., Star of David, Meyers. Slicedsmoked regular Lox salmon manufacturers are Vita and Star of David. Also recalled are Vita Nova Salmon Spread and Vita Smoked Salmon Trims. Watch for codes and pull dates from Sept. 26, 1989 and through Dec. 18, 1989 for all all Julian dates 9146 packages, and - and , three-fiveall for 9230 bulk through 3-1- . recalls food supplement food The nonprescription supplement, ce is being recalled by the Food and Drug Administration. Combat Strowgth Through Logistics Hilltop Times Published by MorMedia, Inc., a private firm in no way connected with the U.S." Air Force, under exclusive written contract with Hill AFB. This commercial enterprise , Air Force newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the U.S. military services. Contents of the official views of, or are not Hilltop Timet . necessarily .the . .I T i. i endorsed oy, uie ti government, vaa ascparuneut-uW A. packages. Any instance of human injury related to this recall should be reported to environmental food inspectors over-the-count- er one-poun-d 10-pou- at Ext. 72969. in full swing off f.lini-commiss- ary - its new The Hill AFB commissary kicked mini-commissa- Oct. Gerald Richards, acting commissary MSgt. several said manager, inquiries have been made regarding the limited commissary service. There will only be four cashiers on duty during the in contrast with about 15 cashiers during regular commissary hours. There will only be one manager on duty. Sergeant Richards said there will be no case lots, no special orders in meat and produce, and no deli service. Shopping will be limited to items on the rnini-conimissa- on-dut- ry y shelves. Hours for the are Monday and p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday Friday 9 p.m., 9 9 p.m. and closed p.m., Saturday Thursday mini-commissa- 4-- 9 ry 7-- 8-- 6-- Sundays. , raaltc phone numbers clear nnn J.1. useu ai, mine a 1 1 I ! - TTMl is wiaeiy nui teiepnone preux AFB. However, the base has a second prefix, 775. Officials will be issuing numbers with the new prefix in about six months. "When you give out or; publish your base phone number, please be sure to specify at least five numbers," Lt. Col. John C. Shackelford, commander of the 1881st Communications Squadron, said. He said it could cause confusion for customers if less than five numbers are used. i -J- I Defense or the Department of the Air Force. 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