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Show HILLTOP TIMES GOOD TIMES, GOOD FOOD TIMES 13 September 20, 2007 Vehicle safety focus in Europe cuts accident rates BY USAFE PUBLIC AFFAIRS RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany — "We've made a much bigger push this year with awareness to motor vehicle accidents and motorcycle safety," said Col. Eric Brenkert, citing the recent change in motorcycle helmets. "The helmet-wear requirement for Europe changed and half-helmets are no longer in compliance with the law." The focus on vehicle safety has seen the number of injuries related to vehicle accidents significantly drop from 11 last summer to five this summer, he said. Another safety push this summer was the Safety Road Show, where officials visited seven installations within the command and spoke to more than 11,500 people about safety issues, concerns and precautions. In addition to vehicle safety, the other two primary focus areas are on duty accidents and sports and recreation. When adding those categories into the mix, the Air Force has lost 17 members this summer Although USAFE does not have any on-duty or sports and recreation related fatalities this summer, there have been numerous injuries — 18 and 21, respectively. "Accidents affect more than just the people involved," said Gen. William T. Hobbins. "They affect friends, family and coworkers. We need to remember that our safety focus does not end after Labor Day. We must continue to remain vigilant to ensure the safety of everyone and cannot afford to get complacent. There is too much at stake, both personally and professionally." Lose something? Check the Lost and Found heading in today's Classifieds HILL AIR FORCE BASE DISCOUNT 15% OFF STAFF SGT. NATHAN GREER/U.S. Air Force The Civil Engineer and 67th Aerial Port squadrons hosted barbecues for personnel and family members during the August Unit Training Assembly. The ; cookouts were held to acquaint squadron family members with each other while loved ones are deployed or preparing for deployment. "Activities like this one are important for Reservists' families," said Master Sgt. Tom Brewer, first sergeant for the Civil Engineer Squadron. "It allows them to build a network of families, so they know they aren't alone and have somewhere to turn." About 60 APS personnel departed for a deployment to Afghanistan this spring. Approximately 50 CES personnel will leave this month for a 120-day deployment to Kirkuk, Iraq. IHOP's full menu is now available for car Just call ahead, and we'll have it ready to go! Restaurant A SPECIALTY RESTAURANT — OPEN SINCE 1978~~ Beef Crab Chicken Turkey OPEN KITCHEN BBQ THE MONGOLIAN WAY, JUICY, TENDER AND FRESH Lunch Per Bowl Starts SENIOR AIRMAN DANIEL DURBIN/U.S. Air Force Capt. Keith Mecham of the 67th Ariel Port Squadron, displays his weapon of choice — a spatula. Reservists' families of the 67th APS who have loved ones deployed to Afghanistan gathered recently for a barbecue and games for the children. "We couldn't do our mission without the support of our families," said Mecham. Dinner One Time Through Mon.-Thurs. All You Can Eat Dinner •9.99 COME VISIT US Lunch Dinner Mon.-Fri. 11:00-2:30 Mon.-Thurs. 5:00-9:00 Sat. Noon-3:00 Fri.-Sat. 5:00-9:30 2866 Washington Blvd., Ogdcn, UT 84401 Tel. 801-621-9120 4M110E-2-07 1. O o o•o o•o o o |