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Consider the Following Tips |
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Don’t Depend on Messages Left No More Telephone Tag Call Scheduling Work With Others Voicemail/Answering Machines |
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Know your Air Force history! |
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Understand where we’ve been Prevent the repetition of past mistakes Gain an appreciation of the past and present heroes Value the contribution so many have made throughout history Appreciate and memorialize the people who’ve died in the accomplishment of their duties Remember, you’re relied upon to carry out your duties with courage and valor! |
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First Air Force Major Commands |
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Strategic Air Command [SAC] Air Defense Command [ADC] Tactical Air Command [TAC] |
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Reasons for Operation Desert Storm |
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Iraq invaded Kuwait Stabilization of the Arabian Peninsula Enforcement of United Nations resolutions |
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Air Force role in Operation Provide Relief/Restore Hope |
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Delivered humanitarian supplies to starving people Provided airlift to other branches involved in the operation Participated in an effort to decrease unrest and factional fighting within Somalia |
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How is Operation Allied Force important to Air Force history? |
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It showed our resolve to prevent human suffering It proved we could operate under the direction of NATO and with coalition partners It proved how a phased bombing approach is valuable It displayed the fundamental factors of unity and resolve |
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Why did the United States launch Operation Enduring Freedom? |
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Because we were attacked on our own soil Because of the amount of lives lost To stop the spread of terrorism around the world To prevent countries from harboring terrorists To destroy the Taliban government To destroy terrorist training facilities To bring Osama Bin Laden and his radical followers to justice |
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Korean Conflict The Vietnam Conflict Operation Desert Storm Operation Restore Hope Operation Allied Force Operation Enduring Freedom Operation Iraqi Freedom |
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Ceremonial Formation Positions |
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Adjutant is a ceremonial position occupied by the junior member of the command staff in reviews and parades and responsible to the troop or group commander. The adjutant’s cadence is 140 steps per minute. Base is the element on which a movement is planned, regulated, or aligned. Center is the middle point of a formation. On an odd-numbered front, the center is the center person or element. On an even-numbered front, the center is the right center person or element. |
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Total Fitness Categories: |
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Aerobic Fitness Muscular Fitness Flexibility Body Composition |
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Bread, Cereal, and Starches Fruits and Vegetables Meat, Poultry, and Fish Dairy Fats Water |
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Stress General Guidelines: |
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Stress is part of our lives during good and bad times. Stress cannot be totally eliminated, but it can be reduced or managed. Stress can be controlled through preparation and training. |
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It’s a normal response to a difficult situation. It’s manifested in the way someone reacts to change. It can be positive or negative, depending on the situation/person. It’s the body’s response to overwhelming demands. It involves a situation that places heavy demands on someone. |
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7 Organizational Stressor Subcategories: |
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Job Role conflicts Environmental Interpersonal Leadership Organizational Structure Change |
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How the 4 stress reaction conditions differ: |
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Physiological-changes in body senses or condition and physical illnesses. Psychological-emotions developed as a result of the circumstance. Behavioral-how someone performs or behaves—the things people do. Cognitive-mental processing of information. |
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Things you can do to prepare for combat/operational stress: |
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Contact the forwarding base or Office of Special Investigations (OSI) to get information about the deployed location. Become familiar with the threats, area of responsibility (AOR), and rules of engagement (ROE). Conduct a check of team members’ gear and certifications (personal and professional) for serviceability. CPR and SABC training could be useful in inoculating your subordinates against the sight of blood and serious wounds. |
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Things you can do to prepare your family for deployment: |
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Have a plan and routing for your family. Ensure documentation is in order (school, medical, daycare, car/home insurance, will, power of attorney, etc.) Get your financial arrangements in order (checkbook, allotments, direct deposit, credit cards). Prepare for deployment extensions, ensure AF Form 357, Dependent Care Plan, is up to date. Safeguard on-base/off-base residence. Ensure TRICARE is accurate if dependents are removed from the area. |
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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) |
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A disorder diagnosed by psychologists/psychiatrist Diagnosed for people who have experienced a traumatic event in or out of combat and have problems coping Causes significant organizational, extra-organizational, rational, relationship, interpersonal disturbances that causes depression |
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Ways to intervene and adapt to combat and operational stress to prevent PTSD: |
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Accept the fact of being in the military and prepare for the worst Understand fear is normal, try to prevent fear so intense that it controls you Training to survive Communicating feelings and thoughts with others Reduce continuous exposure to the trauma Seek professional help immediately |
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Why people choose to commit suicide: |
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People feel they’re faced with unsolvable problems. People fail to find effective ways to cope with persistent problems. People are in pain due to problems they face. |
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Ways an attempted or completed suicide affects the workcenter and family: |
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Copy cat (others might try suicide as a solution to problems) Cause division within the workcenter Family may need professional counseling or financial aid Lower morale If suicide was completed in the workcenter, people may be afraid to go in the same area People may accept blame for not noticing the warning signs |
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The actual impacts of going to Mental Health for assistance: |
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The majority of those people who self-refer have a positive career outcome The individual may be rehabilitated and returned back to normal routines Assistance can also be provided to the family; help them with any problems related to their family member’s health |
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Integrity First Service Before Self Excellence in All We Do |
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Enlisted Force Structure Tiers |
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Junior Enlisted Airman Noncommissioned Officer Senior Noncommissioned Officer |
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Who are your followers? Who are you following? Why are followers important? |
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Attributes of Followership |
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Willingness Service Acceptance of authority |
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Critical Leadership Traits for Effective Leaders |
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Selflessness Loyalty Integrity Commitment Energy Decisiveness |
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Air Force policy describes what is and is not acceptable in regards to drugs and alcohol. It’s important that each member of the military understand these policies and for you to understand your role and responsibilities in dealing with substance abuse problems. |
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“0” relates to the goal of no under-age drinking
“0” means no DUIs
“1” refers to the standard of having no more than one drink per hour
“3” sets the cap for maximum drinks per evening |
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Outward Signs of Substance Abuse May Include: |
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Alcohol on their breath at work Glazed eyes or trouble focusing Appearing intoxicated or disoriented during duty hours Appearing disheveled or “hung over” at work Indication of withdrawal, such as tremors, sweating, anxiety, and irritability Frequent absences from work for vague illnesses Interpersonal problems—with family, friends, and/or coworkers Changes in work quality, quantity, or duty performance Frequent bathroom breaks, sleeping at work, extreme fatigue Changes in habits—uniform wear, tardiness, forgetfulness |
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Common effects of sexual assault include: |
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Fear Rage Shame Helplessness Grief and loss Isolation and alienation Self-blame and guilt Diminished sense of self Betrayal and loss of trust Legitimacy and validation Loss of meaning and sustaining belief |
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Specific examples of sexual assault include: |
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Rape and attempted rape Forcible sodomy or sodomy with a child Assault to commit rape or sodomy Indecent assault, Indecent acts with another, or indecent acts or liberties with a child Inappropriate touching Sexual intercourse that you say NO to Attempt to commit any of the above |
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If you have been assaulted: |
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Go to a safe location away from the attacker. Call 911 if you are in an emergency situation. Contact your local SARC, VA, or healthcare provider. Seek medical care as soon as possible. Even if you do not have any visible physical injuries, you may be at risk of becoming pregnant or acquiring a sexually transmitted disease. Ask the healthcare provider to conduct a SAFE to preserve forensic evidence. If you suspect you had been drugged, request that a urine sample be collected. Preserve all evidence of the assault. Do not bathe, wash your hands, or brush your teeth. Do not clean or straighten up the crime scene. Do not eat, drink, use the restroom, or do anything that may disrupt evidence collection. Write down, tape, or record by any other means all the details you can recall about the assault and your assailant. |
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Some risk factors that could lead to a sexual assault include: |
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Underage drinking No “Buddy System” or “Wingman” when going out Over eagerness to fit in socially Males and females age 16-24 Naïve view of young and inexperienced Airmen Thinking it’s just a female issue |
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Some of the reasons why victims of sexual assault or attempted sexual assault do not seek help include: |
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fear of being blamed by their leaders, peers, and others fear of reprisal fear of sanction from perceived misconduct fear of not being believed it’s embarrassing lack of trust in the system lack of knowledge of what to do lack of awareness about the resources to help |
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Observe how personnel interact with each other Listen for verbal interaction between personnel Stop the conversation if you suspect a sexual assault and contact the SARC to maintain confidentiality Listen to complaints from subordinates |
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Supervisors are responsible to ensure that members of their workcenters: |
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are able to present complaints in an atmosphere free of fear from reprisal or retribution. are encouraged to discuss problems and complaints. are not given unlawful orders and expected to follow them. know the various channels and procedures for filing complaints or otherwise seeking outside assistance. know that unlawful discrimination is illegal and will not be tolerated. actively support, and communicate the Air Force’s policy of “zero tolerance” for discrimination and sexual harassment. maintain a professional environment that enables personnel to achieve their full potential and maximize their contribution. implement preventive measures to promote the EO program in the workcenter. |
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Counsel individuals concerning inappropriate and unacceptable behavior Document (MFR, LOC, LOR, etc.) and report it if it’s not resolved Refer problems up the chain of command or to the EO office Order subordinates to stop an unlawful discriminatory act Apply corrective measures/recommend punishment |
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Maintaining a Professional Relationship: |
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Don’t use first names Know my boundaries and keep them Treat superiors with proper respect Address superiors properly Address subordinates properly Participate in activities open to everyone and not just a select few (e.g., intramural sports) Maintain military customs and courtesies Observe military etiquette |
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Professional relationships support the Air Force mission |
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Enhance morale Preserve respect for authority Let everyone know where they stand Maintain an environment of trust Promote teamwork Provide for good order Instill and maintain discipline Minimize negative perceptions |
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Unprofessional Relationships |
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Hurt morale Give the appearance of favoritism Negatively affect discipline Give the appearance of partiality Negatively affect unit cohesion |
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Personal or social relationships with your superiors can: |
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Affect discipline Affect trust and loyalty Spark rumors Create an uncomfortable work environment Lead to claims of sexual harassment |
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Two Primary Dimensions of Diversity |
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Primary dimension (e.g., gender) Secondary dimension (e.g., religious beliefs) |
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Direct Results of Displayed Prejudice |
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Racism Anti-Semitism The Tuskegee Airmen story Attacks against Arabs, Iraqis, etc. Hate crimes Gay bashing Immigration legislation USAF Academy Religious Climate Age discrimination Sex discrimination |
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Where Do Stereotypes Come From? |
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Media Ignorance Misinformation Incorrect attitudes Society Parents Adults Friends Work School |
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Telling discriminatory jokes Using derogatory terms Using unequal references (e.g. men and ladies) Exclusion |
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Help Building a Diverse Team |
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Individual awareness of values and beliefs Awareness of the values and beliefs of others Individuals to recognize differences Individuals to discover similarities Airmen to move on to the work at hand |
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Benefits of Respecting People in the Workcenter |
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Closer working relationships Better teamwork Level of respect increases The feeling of being a valuable team member People feel valued and appreciated Demonstrates acceptance Good interpersonal relationships Positive morale should be evident |
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Why is Taking a Stand Important? |
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Taking a stand sends a clear signal that you don’t condone such actions It’s your job as an Airman to take a stand Failing to take a stand, is poor leadership When it comes to diversity issues, the stakes are just too high to look away Air Force Core Values demand it |
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Airmen Need to Learn and Understand |
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Key cultural factors and regional issues. How people from other cultures perceive the United States. Forces that motivate people in other regions |
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Examples of Cultural Beliefs |
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Different spiritual rituals are conducted in their religious ceremonies. Different ideas and outlooks on life Different attitudes about the types of food Different meanings can be given to the same symbols (eg. gestures, eye contact) Colloquialisms and different meanings to words |
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Important Things to Remember |
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Look for the deeper meaning or belief behind their behavior. Avoid automatically thinking others are wrong if they do something differently than you would. No matter how much you prepare, at some point you’ll behave in a way that is offensive to someone. Ask the offended person questions when the misunderstanding happens. Most people will forgive you if they believe you were trying to act in a culturally sensitive manner. Never assume that everything you do is acceptable to others. Ask yourself, could anyone misunderstand or take offense at my actions? |
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