BY JENNY GORDONjenny.gordon@robins.af.mil

The Robins VoluntaryProtection Program Safe SiteChallenge continues tostrengthen and reinforceemployee involvement and par-ticipation in the local safetyand health program. Central tothe program’s success to datehas been the involvement oftheAmerican Federation ofGovernment Employees andInternational Association ofFirefighters, leaders, co-chairsand stewards.

Every site assessment is per-formed as a partnership to helpensure a thorough examinationof a site’s true maturity level inadhering to VPP principles.

“The local Safe SiteChallenge has experiencedgood participation throughoutcalendar year 2012 withapproximately 85 percent of allsites achieving Silver or Goldstatus,” explainedAllenQuattlebaum, 78thAir BaseWing VPP program manager.

“Our greatest challenge is sus-taining VPP culture after Goldstatus is initially reached. Tovie for OSHA's Star recogni-tion, injury stats must declineto comparable industry aver-ages – something we’re still

BY KENDAHL JOHNSONkendahl.johnson@robins.af.mil

Failing theAir Force fitness test multiple timescan end anAirman’s career, but thanks to a uniquefitness program here, Tech. Sgt. Bruce Thompson –whose career was in jeopardy – is back on track.

Thompson, who works in vehicle operations inthe 78th Logistics Readiness Squadron, failed thefitness test four times before enrolling in the TotalForce Fitness Program.

“They weren’t just failures, they were miserablefailures,” Thompson said.

After completing the three-month program,Thompson passed the test with a score of 84.

Thompson said he had been working out andcouldn’t understand why he was doing so poorly.He learned why when he started the program.

“I’d been focusing on the wrong things,” he said.“The TFFP taught me what I should be working on,and I learned proper techniques. I received personalattention from trainers who genuinely cared aboutme and my success.”

He said he was surprised that after three months

in the program he was able to do things he thoughthe’d never be able to do again.

The program is the brainchild of exercise physi-ologist Greg Reynolds, who came to the RobinsHealth andWellness Center in late 2010.

The program helpsAirmen who are struggling topass the mandated fitness test. The program isunique to Robins and is anchored in helping thosewho may be struggling due to prior injuries, as wellas the prevention of future injuries by teaching theproper way to train.

“It’s about helping people progress with theproper techniques and in a systematic way,”Reynolds said.

A unit fitness program manager can enroll anactive-duty service member who has failed his orher fitness test twice.

Those who have a fitness exemption can also bereferred to the program.

Service members interested in the program canbe enrolled through the HAWC’s Community ofPractice by contacting their Unit Fitness ProgramManager for proper screening and program place-ment.

November 30, 2012 Vol. 57 No.48

Everyone loves a paradeThe following holiday paradeswill be taking place in the localarea:

SaturdayWarner Robins, 10 a.m.Dublin, 2 p.m.Perry, 4 p.m.Hawkinsville, 5:30 p.m.Centerville, 7 p.m.Dec. 7Cochran, 7 p.m.Dec. 9Macon, 3 p.m.Dec. 14Unadilla, 7 p.m.

Blue Star Memorial MarkerA Blue Star Memorial Markerhonoring the men and womenof the Armed Forces will beunveiled in a ceremony todayat 11 a.m. at the Museum ofAviation. The marker will belocated next to the sidewalk infront of Hangar One.Retired Maj. Gen. CorneliusNugteren, a member of theGeorgia Aviation Hall of Fameand former Warner Robins AirLogistics Center commander,will be the guest speaker. Theceremony is open to the publicbut reservations are requested.To make a reservation, callCaroline Gesualdo at 923-6600.

Reserve Band holiday concertThe Band of the U.S. AirForce Reserve will conduct itsannual holiday concertThursday at 7 p.m. at theMuseum of Aviation. The per-formance is free and will takeplace inside the museum’sCentury of Flight Hangar.Doors will open at 6 p.m., withthe concert starting at 7 p.m.Plan ahead as seating is limit-ed.

Flu vaccine still availableThe flu vaccine is availablefor federal employees.According to the 78th MedicalGroup, FluMist, which providesvaccination by a nasal spray, isbeing offered as an option.While vaccination is optionalfor civilian employees, it isrequired for military members.

NEWSYYOUOU CANCAN USEUSE BY JENNY GORDON

jenny.gordon@robins.af.mil

Maintenance equipment and fall pro-tection systems are an important part ofthe work performed at Robins.

Whether it’s a piece of equipment –large or small – which needs to beremoved or refurbished, or a design thatallows a mechanic to safely perform a jobbetter, it’s the engineers, planners, design-ers and skilled maintenance personnelfrom the 402nd Maintenance SupportGroup who support the mission and getthe job done.

“Our primary mission is to maintain

and support the equipment used by air-craft maintainers,” said DwayneWilbanks, 802nd Maintenance SupportSquadron Engineering Construction andMaintenance Flight director. “For exam-ple, we remove equipment, install it, relo-cate it and perform preventive mainte-nance as needed.”

About 300 projects are completedeach year.

When equipment is 4 feet or moreabove the ground, proper measures aredesigned and put in place to ensure work-ers not only have access to what theyneed, but they can get there safely aswell.

An air handler, for example, used toonly have access by a ladder.

Now, with help from the 402ndMXSG, access to that air handler – whichblows air inside a building to cool or heatit – has a fall-protection system whichincludes a safety cage and platform withrails. That, in turn, allows workers tosafely perform their duties.

With fall protection, the goal is tobecome compliant with standards set bythe Occupational Safety and HealthAdministration.

“The result of all this is we will be

� see VPP, 2

Fitness program helps Airman put career on track

WinterWeather

AwarenessPage 5

CSAFLetter tothe Force

Keeping workers from taking a fall

U.S. Air Force photo by SUE SAPPGreg Reynolds, Robins Health and Wellness Center exercise physi-ologist, helps Tech. Sgt. Bruce Thompson, 78th LogisticsReadiness Squadron, do a core-strengthening exercise called the“birddog”.

VPP still going strong

Page 4

U.S. Air Force photos by SUE SAPP

Above, Bob Bird, examines a failed electronic part. Below, Brent Baumgartner uses an optical microscope.Both are electronic engineers in the Electronic Failure Analysis lab. Workers in the 402nd EMXG EngineeringFlight has attained VPP Gold status.

Staying safeat work,home

It’s obvious when you lookat local VPP stats that folks arebeing serious about safety in theworkplace. Now, if they couldbe just as serious about it athome.

Currently, about 41 percentof injuries sustained by theworkforce are due to non-occu-pational related injuries.

That means injuries occurredaway from the workplace, andcan include anything fromsomeone becoming ill as aresult of a heart attack to suffer-ing an injury at home or else-where in the community.

With the holiday seasonupon us, it’s especially impor-tant to take care of ourselvesand remain vigilant in practic-ing safety. The following safetytips, courtesy of the 78th AirBase Wing Safety Office, canapply not just during the holi-days, but any time of year.

�Understand fire safety inyour home and workplace andknow where the fire extinguish-er is located.

� If frying a turkey, nevercook it indoors, and never fryon wood decks. Do not leavehot oil unattended and makesure cooking oil has cooledbefore disposing of it.

�Know how to care for alive Christmas tree.

�Make sure toys purchasedfor children are age-appropriate;supervise children with toysand pay attention to warningsigns.

� Pay attention to extensioncords outdoors and equipmentneeded for decorations. Do notoverload outlets.

CCAFGraduation

Page 6

� see FALL, 2

‘Long Shot’ By Harry Paige

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Page Two

BUCKLEUP

ON ROBINS IT’STHE LAW

U.S. Air Force photos by SUE SAPPLeft, Col. Patricia Ross, 78th Air Base Wingvice commander, gets help throwing theswitch for the lights on the ChapelChristmas tree from Jennifer Dahlman andher children Andrew and Kaylee. TheDahlmans are family members of Capt.Gerrit Dahlman, 16th Airborne Commandand Control Squadron. At right, TeamRobins children get a visit from SantaClaus.

100 percent OSHA-compliant when itcomes to fall protection associated with

maintaining equipment,” said Wilbanks.A few years ago the team identified

every piece of equipment it maintained –a little more than 4,000 pieces – to see ifthere was a need for a fall-protectionapparatus to properly and safely main-

tain the equipment. The process tooktime with equipment in nearly 100 dif-ferent buildings.Now, there are about 70 locations that

are being supported – whether it’s aneed for a climbing apparatus, platform

or stairs.“Through an exhaustive two-and-a-

half year effort, we’ve identified all thedeficiencies, created solutions, and arein the process of implementing thosesolutions,” he said.

FALLContinued from 1

striving to achieve.”In early November, there were 169

AFMC work center sites at Robins whohad achieved Gold status; 114 Silver, 27Bronze and 24 Green.The Safe Site Challenge is also devel-

oping a number of modifications tostrengthen its framework for buildingand maturing VPP culture.Through comprehensive, effective

workplace safety and health manage-ment systems, there are now eightOSHA Star application areas designatedat Robins.Those include the 402nd Electronics

Maintenance Group, 402nd Maintenance

Support Group, 402nd AircraftMaintenance Group, 402ndCommodities Maintenance Group, LifeCycle Management Center, 448thSupply Chain Management Wing, 78thAir Base Wing and Air ForceSustainment Center - OLs, and the402nd Software Maintenance Group,which was recertified an OSHAGroupStar Site this past fall.

Application areas are subdivided intosmaller ‘Safe Site’ areas; a total of 334have been locally identified.Recent sites which have passed

assessments and will receive Goldrecognition include C-17 Docks 1 and 2,the F-15 Planning Office, 402nd EMXGEngineering Flight, Oxygen Shop,Aircraft Battle Damage Team in Bldg.46 and F-15 Engine Shop.

VPPContinued from 1

Holiday Safety TipsHoliday Safety Tips• Be sure artificial trees are labeled and certified by the

manufacture as fire-retardant.• For a fresh tree, make sure the green needles don’t

fall off when touched; before placing it in the stand, cut1-2” from the base of the trunk. Add water to the treestand, and be sure to water daily.• Make sure the tree is not blocking an exit, and is at

least three feet from any heat source.• Use lights which have an independent testing labora-

tory label, and check whether they are designed forindoor or outdoor use.• Connect no more than three stands of mini-string

sets and a maximum of 50 bulbs for screw-in bulbs.• Always turn off tree lights before leaving the home or

going to bed.• After Christmas get rid of the tree. Dried-out trees

should not be left in the home, garage or placed outsidethe home.• Take outdoor lights down after the holidays to prevent

hazards and make them last longer.

– Robins Fire Department

It’s beginning toIt’s beginning tolook a lot likelook a lot like

ChristmasChristmas

New retention programexpands eligibilityA new Aviator Retention Pay program for Air ForceReserve aircrew officers is expected to begin in 2013.The ARP plan focuses on retaining aircrew officersto meet basic mission requirements for the reserve.The offer will target only locations where significantshortfalls in rated officer manning exist and will offer a$30,000 bonus over a three-year span.Pilots and combat systems officers who have com-pleted their initial training commitment, includingthose eligible for retirement but excluding those inthe 16 to 20 years of service, will be offered abonus.Additionally, any pilot or CSO willing to join a criti-cally manned unit between completion of initial train-ing commitment and 25 years of aviation service willbe offered a bonus.“The Air Force Reserve Command aircrew force isshrinking, particularly in pilots and combat systemsoperators. This is due to a number of factors, includ-ing the shrinking size of the regular Air Force. In thisenvironment, every crewmember we can retain inthe total force is absolutely vital,” said Lt. Gen.James Jackson, AFRC commander.To read more, visit www.afrc.af.mil.

AF leaders target sexual assaultin latest ‘Letter to Airmen’Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley, Chief ofStaff of the Air Force Gen. Mark Welsh and ChiefMaster Sergeant of the Air Force James Roy issueda tri-signature “Letter to Airmen” in November.As part of an effort to increase sexual assaultawareness, the leaders reminded Airmen that indi-vidual efforts have an effect on reducing assaults.“There is no place for sexual assault in our AirForce. When it comes to combating this challenge,every Airman is either part of the solution or part ofthe problem. We must be united in our commitmentto intervene when we see the potential for harm, toact affirmatively when we observe tolerance of sex-ist behavior and attitudes, and to provide victimcare. The only way to stop sexual assault is forAirmen to take action. ... Become personallyinvolved. Recommit yourself to our core values. Bean advocate for professionalism and discipline. Mostimportantly, if you are aware of sexual assault inyour unit, report it.”To read the entire letter, go to www.af.mil/shared/media/ document/AFD-121116-011.pdf

New medical clinic opens doorsstrengthening U.S.-Kyrgyz partnershipService members from the transit center atManas, Kyrgyzstan, and representatives from theU.S. Embassy in Bishkek, and Kyrgyz Republic

Ministry of Health, and residents of the Nizhne-Chuysk Village gathered Nov. 15 to celebrate thegrand opening of the village's new medical clinic.The project, which is valued at more than$100,000, was a combined humanitarian assis-tance effort between the transit center’s theatersecurity cooperation division, the U.S. Embassy inBishkek and U.S. Agency for InternationalDevelopment. Designed to serve the more than5,000 village residents, the fully-furnished cliniccan provide them immediate access to healthcare.“As a member of the greater Bishkek communityfor nearly 11 years, the transit center has part-nered often with the U.S. Embassy (Bishkek) andthe Kyrgyz Republic to improve the lives of Kyrgyzcitizens," said Col. Corey Martin, Transit Centerdirector. "Like this medical clinic, many of thoseprojects are partnerships with the Ministry ofHealth. I am very happy that a byproduct of theU.S. military presence in Kyrgyzstan is a wonderfulproject like this 130 square meter clinic.”To find out more, visit www.af.mil.

Service members cautionedafter states legalize marijuanaOn election day, Colorado and Washington voted tolegalize marijuana; however, its use is still againstfederal law and the Uniform Code of Military Justice –even for service members stationed in those states.For service members, the use of narcotics, in or outof uniform, is illegal. Marijuana is not allowed on anymilitary installation.Once they enter a federal installation, they areunder security forces’ jurisdiction and will beprosecuted.There are many scenarios which could put anAirman in the crossfire when it comes to marijuanaexposure, especially now that there may beincreased usage by civilians within some states.Military members should be continuously cautious oftheir surroundings and know when they’re at a loca-

tion where the drug is present, be aware if marijuanais baked into food, or realize when they are in anestablishment that allows recreational use of the drug.To read more, visit www.afspc.af.mil

– compiled by Geoff Janes

4 � The Robins Rev-Up �November 30, 2012

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EDITORLanorris Askew

PHOTOGRAPHERSSue SappTommie HortonEd AsperaMisuzu Allen

GRAPHIC ILLUSTRATORHarry Paige

STAFF WRITERSJenny GordonHolly Logan-Arrington

VigilantStaff Sgt. Flavio Martinez pro-vides security during a visit to avillage outside Bagram Airfield,Afghanistan. Reaper teams reg-ularly perform counterinsur-gency missions, visiting numer-ous villages within the Bagramdistrict, where they meet localelders and children. Martinez isassigned to the 455thExpeditionary Security ForcesSquadron.

U.S. Air Force photo by STAFF SGT. HEATHER COZAD

Readiness

U.S. Air Force photo bySTAFF SGT. JONATHAN SNYDER

Perspective

To the Airmen of the United StatesAir Force:November is a proud month. Betty

and I stood at the Tomb of theUnknown on Veterans Day as PresidentObama laid a wreath honoring not justour fallen, but all our nation’s veterans,for everything they (and you) havedone to defend American citizens andinterests for the past 236 years. Duringthe week before that ceremony, the spir-it of the citizen-Airman was on displayin grand scale as your Air Force carriedhope and comfort to thousands ofAmericans affected by HurricaneSandy. C-5s and C-17s carried utilitytrucks, cherry-pickers, and thousands ofblankets from places like California andArizona to New York and New Jersey.Air Force civil engineers, personnelrecovery specialists, medical profes-sionals, firefighters, and many othersfrom active duty, the air national guardand air reserve bases converged on the

affected area to res-cue over 250 stormvictims. Workingbeside many othergreat organizations,the Air Force familyanswered ournation’s call during atime of need. SeeingPresident Obamaholding a picture ofan Air MobilityCommand C-5 downloading a utilitytruck and thanking Defense SecretaryPanetta is great stuff. We’re all part ofsomething bigger … I hope you’re asproud of who you are and what you do,as I am of you.It’s been a humbling experience to

serve as your chief these first threemonths. But I’ve been surprised bysome of the issues that have requiredthe most attention. First and foremost,dealing with the intolerable number of

sexual assaults and unprofessional rela-tionships has been both time-consum-ing and heart-breaking. The Air Forcesucceeds because of the professionalismand discipline of our Airmen. Sexualassault undermines that professionalismand discipline, harming not only theindividuals involved, but also their unit,their mission, and our service. When afellowAirmen is sexually assaulted, itis devastating. It destroys trust. Itdemoralizes families. And we’re doingit to ourselves. We must do more toprotect one another from this crime byreporting unprofessional relationships,strengthening our support of victims,and making a culture of trust andrespect a reality for everyone in our AirForce. I need your help … please takecare of each other.Betty and I hit the road recently to

visit some of the 36,000 Airmen whodo the nation’s nuclear deterrent mis-sion each and every day. We can’t wait

to meet ’em. F.E. Warren, Malmstromand Minot are just the beginning –we’ll get to all of you as soon as wecan. I just wish we could visit everybase every week … although you mightthink that’s not such a great idea.These first three months have been a

whirlwind. Thank you for the over-whelming expressions of supportyou’ve given to me and Betty.Everywhere we travel, you welcome usas one of your own. This is just anincredible Air Force family. During thismonth of Thanksgiving, I want to thankyou and your family for your service,your sacrifice, and your incredible dedi-cation to the profession of arms. I’mincredibly proud to be an AmericanAirman, not because of the cool toys,but because I have the honor of stand-ing next to you.

– Gen. Mark Welsh,Air Force Chief of Staff

Proud to be an American Airman

Welsh

Senior Airman Salvador Suarez (left) and StaffSgt. Brian Combs, ramp service specialists withthe 571st Contingency Response Group at TravisAir Force Base, Calif., secure a humvee in a C-130Hercules during a field exercise at Fort Polk, La.

ONROBINS,IT’S THE

LAW

Novemeber 30, 2012 � The Robins Rev-Up � 5

U.S. Air Force file photo by RAY CRAYTONEven with its warm climate, Middle Georgia isn’t immune to freezing temperatures, ice and snow.

THINK OPSEC:YOUR TRASH COULD

BE ANADVERSARY’S

TREASURE

�Pay and PersonalRecognition�Money for college�Job training�Camaraderie, satisfac-

tion and pride�Life insurance, medical

care and re-employmentrights�Travel�Special allowances�Thrift Savings Plan

and retirement�Individual Mobilization

Augmentee Program�Traditional Reservist

Program�Palace Chase�Palace Front

For more information,call 497-7367, 327-7327

or emailKimono.Akins@robins.af.

mil

Master Sgt.Kimono AkinsYour In-ServiceRecruiter

afreserve.com

Winter Weather Awareness Week kicks off MondayNext week isWinter

WeatherAwarenessWeekin Georgia.The 78th Operations

Support Squadron’sWeather Flight will joinlocal and state officials tohelp spread the word aboutthe main threats of winterweather in the region.According to senior

meteorologist RoddyNixon, Jr., adverse winterweather can occur in sever-al fashions.“Freezing temperatures,

potential ice storms, andoccasional snowfall canresult in significant disrup-tion to base operations andin the daily routines of thesurrounding communities

… vigilance and having anaction plan are essentialduring the season.”Team Robins members

can find winter weatherpreparedness informationon the Robins public web-site atwww.robins.af.mil/library/weather.aspUnder the severe weath-

er awareness header,there’s a pamphlet on win-ter storms. Through a col-laborative effort with theNationalWeather Serviceand theAmerican RedCross, the weather flightmakes the informationavailable to the community.“Through education and

awareness, we can do our

part to help Team RobinsandMiddle Georgia,”Nixon said. “Expect andprepare for the unexpect-ed.”

Whatto

RememberWinter Weather Outlook:

Winter weather conditions arepossible in the next three tofive days. Stay alert to localmedia for information andthink of what actions mayneed to be considered.

Winter Weather Watch:Winter weather conditions arepossible in the next 24 to 48hours. Preparatory actions

should begin.

Winter WeatherAdvisory: Winter weatherconditions are expected tocause significant inconven-iences and may be haz-ardous. With caution, thesesituations are not life threat-ening.

Winter WeatherWarning: Winter weatherconditions, possibly lifethreatening, have begun orare expected. Preparatoryactions should be completedas soon as possible.

– Courtesy of the78th Operations SupportSquadron Weather Flight

Exchange spreadsholiday cheer withindustry-leading

return policyNearly 20 percent of Americans will

return at least one holiday gift item thisholiday season, according to LaviIndustries, a provider of public guidance.To take the stress and confusion out of

the return process, the Army & Air ForceExchange Service has extended the termsof its hassle-free return policy for theholidays.“We want to make returns as simple as

possible for our holiday shoppers,” saidAnthony Ventura, Robins Exchange gen-eral manager. “Our relaxed refund policywill guarantee customer satisfaction.”The Exchange’s standard policy limits

returns anywhere from 15 to 90 dayswith a sales receipt, but the holidayreturn and exchange policy extends thoseguidelines through Jan. 31, 2013 foritems purchased between Saturday andDec. 24.As is the case year-round, refund

requests with sales receipts are processedin accordance with original forms ofpayment (cash for cash, credit for creditcard).Refund requests without sales receipts

receive an Exchange gift card.In addition to returns on items pur-

chased at the Robins Exchange, shop-myexchange.com orders can be returnedto the nearest Army, Air Force, MarineCorps, Navy or Coast Guard Exchange.Online returns due to an error on the

Exchange’s part are reimbursed standardshipping charges as well.

6 � The Robins Rev-Up �November 30, 2012

SUSPICIOUSACTIVITY?

CALL 468-EYES

Team Robins is invitedto support their fellowAirmen Monday at 1 p.m.at the fall CommunityCollege of the Air Forcegraduation Monday, in theHeritage Club Ballroom.

The guest speaker willbe Command Chief Mas-ter Sgt. Lonnie Slater. Formore information, call472-1477.

The followingAirmenwill be recognized:

Warner RobinsAirLogistics Complex

Staff Sgt. Nicholas EllisTech. Sgt. Ronald MountinTech. Sgt. Colby BruschStaff Sgt. Duane Shepherd

Air ForceMateriel Command

Master Sgt. Geraldine LovellTech. Sgt. Ane GrahamStaff Sgt. Vernon Pifer

78thAir BaseWingStaff Sgt. Mandy CruzMaster Sgt. Vincent Heath

Staff Sgt. Austin WaddellTech. Sgt. Michael BrooksMaster Sgt. Allan ReavesStaff Sgt. John ForanStaff Sgt. Jenny LongTech. Sgt. Jennifer WesleyMaster Sgt. Bob BosticSenior AirmanRonnie PattersonStaff Sgt. Benjamin ZamoraStaff Sgt. Charles GallowayTech. Sgt. Ruben MartinezSenior AirmanWyleeshia MeekinsSenior Airman William PopeStaff Sgt. Cal RogersMaster Sgt. Wilbert TerrellTech. Sgt. Jason Thomas

689th CombatCommunicationsWing

Tech. Sgt. David BranchTech. Sgt. Trent LundellSenior Airman Jesus ZepadaSenior Airman John AdamsSenior Airman Zachary HodgesSeniorAirmanAngelica LongoStaff Sgt. Brandon BurbridgeMaster Sgt. Frank RomanoStaff Sgt. Roy WhiteStaff Sgt. Jarod Bierman

SeniorAirmanMohamedCassimTech. Sgt. Kevin GuyTech. Sgt. Natalie JacobsStaff Sgt. Aviel PerezSenior Airman Dustin RowlandStaff Sgt. James StretchStaff Sgt. Joshua HeisnerStaff Sgt. Christopher PayneStaff Sgt. Amanda WarrenMaster Sgt. Aaron BastiTech. Sgt. William Wojtylko

Air Force ReserveCommand

Senior Master Sgt. Brian Boyd

Master Sgt. Gregory BoydChief Master Sgt. Patrick FerrellSenior Master Sgt. Linda GibbsSenior Master Sgt. Sirita HarmonMaster Sgt. Phillip KetchumMaster Sgt. Allan MillerMaster Sgt. Michele WilliamsSenior Master Sgt. Laura WilsonStaff Sgt. Christopher WinnettMaster Sgt. Kami LusterTech. Sgt. Jessica MeriStaff Sgt. Dan TuckerSeniorMasterSgt.RaymondBeyersSenior Master Sgt. Robert Flores

Tech. Sgt. Clarence GoodloeMaster Sgt. George HigginsMaster Sgt. Bobby LampkinTech. Sgt. Michael MommertzMaster Sgt. John HallSenior Master Sgt. Chad HughesSenior Master Sgt. Andy WeeksMaster Sgt. Serena BirchMaster Sgt. Bobby LampkinTech. Sgt. Courtney RaySenior Master Sgt. Ricky YoungChief Master Sgt. James Boozer

116thAir ControlWingSenior Airman Lauren Cucullu

461st AirControl Wing

Tech. Sgt. Brandon RussellStaff Sgt. Rodney LeeStaff Sgt. Robert ScireStaff Sgt. Matthew RobbinsMaster Sgt. Tamika WhiteStaff Sgt. Tara AllenStaff Sgt. Richard ZackeMaster Sgt. Damon AndrewsAirman1stClassBenjaminBryantMaster Sgt. Juan ArispeTech. Sgt. Jeremy FoglemanSenior Airman Allison Hauge

Staff Sgt. Nathaniel Keller

AirMobility CommandTech. Sgt. Alexis VillegasMaster Sgt. Brian BurginTech. Sgt. Otis ChathamMaster Sgt. Michelle GardinerMaster Sgt. Kevin Roman

Air Education TrainingCommand

Staff Sgt. Jonathon LopezSenior Master Sgt.Anthony ShermanTech. Sgt. Kennith Bryant

OtherSenior Master Sgt.Ruth Altman-BurnettStaff Sgt. Nathan PatrickTech. Sgt. Jenny SanchezMaster Sgt. David BrownSenior Airman Jessica ClarkMaster Sgt Daniel NichiporukTech. Sgt. Ariane FisherStaff Sgt. Erika JacksonTech. Sgt. Robert ScheelTech. Sgt. Amber MonioTech. Sgt. Jessie NelsonMaster Sgt. Adam BensonTech. Sgt. Leslie ThomasTech. Sgt. Marvin Rottenberg

Come out and celebrate Monday

Novemeber 30, 2012 � The Robins Rev-Up � 7

On the FlyNew SC office

The 78th Communi-cations Directoraterecently stood up theBusiness RelationshipManagement Office toaddress customer con-cerns and increase com-munication efforts.

Liaisons and require-ment managers residein the newly-establishedoffice. Liaisons providea single face to the cus-tomer, while RMs pro-vide guidance on theinformation technologyacquisition processbased on the Clinger-Cohen Act of 1996 andAFI 33-112, InformationTechnology HardwareAsset Management.

Regina McDuffie,Barbara Buller andGloria Washington pro-vide daily liaison sup-port.

Gloria McAfee,James Barnes, GeorgeRunyon and CalvinChambers provide RMsupport.

Tim Nelson, SCdirector, and CindyGunter, SC deputydirector, felt it necessaryto stand up a customer-focused office with adistinct vision toincrease theCommunicationDirectorate’s ability toenhance IT infrastruc-ture support to the

warfighter.The office is led by

Rita Davey, Plans andResource Division chiefand Evelyn McCaa,Business RelationshipManagement Branchchief.

Both said they areexcited about the oppor-tunity for growing andestablishing future cus-tomer relations.

Within the comingmonths, the liaisons andRMs will host briefmeet and greets acrossRobins in hopes of bet-ter understanding of cus-tomers’ missions andcommunicating the SCvision to be theDepartment of Defense’spremier and proactive ITorganization.

Federal BenefitsOpen Season is thetime of year to ensureyou have the righthealth, dental or visioninsurance coverage foryour family. It’s alsotime to consider themoney you can save onout-of-pocket medicaland dependent careexpenses.

To find out moreabout which coverageand premiums will bestsuit your needs, visitthe U.S. Office ofPersonnel Management

web site at:http://www.opm.gov orclick on the OpenSeason link on theRobins Splash Page.

The following leaverecipient has beenapproved through theVoluntary LeaveTransfer Program:

Jackie Cheek of DLAWarner Robins. POC isLori Anderson, who canbe reached at 497-9254.

To have a leaverecipient listed here,emaillanorris.askew@robins.af.mil.Space permitting, sub-missions will run fortwo weeks.

Equal Opportunityrefresher training foremployees will be con-ducted in the HeritageClub Ballroom Jan. 23from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and1 to 3:30 p.m., and onJan. 24 from 1 to 3:30p.m.

EO refresher trainingfor supervisors will beJan. 22 in the HeritageClub Ballroom from 9 to11:30 a.m. and 1 to 3:30p.m., and on Jan. 24 from9 to 11:30 a.m.

For more information,call Susan Carey orJeanette Draughorne at497-2131.

ng.

The Air Force has a new mascot to help fight against solid waste.CHUCK-IT targets children between the ages of 5 and 12 and isthe latest addition to the “Win the War Against Waste” tool kit –

designed specifically to support the Air Force'sworldwide solid waste management objectives.

For more, visit www.afcec.af.mil.

L-R, Maj. R. E. Schmidt, 51stCombat CommunicationsSquadron commander, andChief Master Sgt. Chris-topher Mozingo, Air ForceReserve Command, carvemeats for the Thanksgivingdinner at Wynn DiningFacility.

8 � The Robins Rev-Up � November 16, 2012

Positive workplace relationshipsenable everyone to perform

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U.S. Air Force photos by SUE SAPPAirmen with the 78th Air Base Wing Security Forces Squadron take a break ThanksgivingDay to enjoy some food and fellowship at the Wynn Dining Facility.

More than 60 percent of Americansgain weight during the six weeksbetween Thanksgiving and NewYear’sDay.

Although that statistic may notcome as a shock, studies show most ofthat weight isn’t shed after the holidayseason.

Even if it only amounts to a pound,after time the weight adds up. Insteadof playing catch-up with weight lossNewYear’s resolutions, why not pre-vent the gain this holiday season?

Here are three easy tips for con-trolling the holiday bulge:

1. Maintain or add exercise. Stoplamenting that every calorie counts,and start focusing on every calorieburned. Exercise doesn’t have to be inthe form of a crazy fitness routine. Itcan be as simple as adding an extra 15minutes to your daily walk, breakingaway from buffet dinners with a familystroll, or getting the entire gang up fora game of football, bowling or cha-rades. Any exercise is better than noneat all.

2. Don’t starve yourself prior to anevent. It makes sense, right? You maythink, “Hey, I’m going to a partytonight, so I’ll skip meals and snacksuntil then.”Wrong.What happenswhen you starve yourself all day? Youscarf down any and everything avail-able once you arrive, right? Let’s tryanother tactic. Small, frequent mealsand snacks leading up to an event soyou’re not famished when you arrive.

3. Focus on portions. Now, if youfollow tip number two, that’ll make thisone a whole lot easier. This can beaccomplished several ways. One, trythings like making half your plate fruits

and vegetables; use smaller plates; oronly get 1 to 2 tablespoons of eachitem. Two, try eating your favoriteitems first, even dessert. So often, peo-ple eat the less enticing options first,saving the best for last. How much theycould save themselves by doing just theopposite. If dear oldAunt Sally justhates seeing you eat smaller portions orscolds you when you don’t go back forseconds, try taking along your ownplastic to-go containers and asking totake it with you for later.

The holidays are a time of wonder-ful celebrations. With a little planning,we can avoid gaining anything morethan wonderful memories for the yearto come.

If you’re looking for more specifichelp with nutrition and exercise, checkout the programs at the Health andWellness Center. For people with dia-betes and pre-diabetics, it’s conductinga special class Dec. 5 called “Thrivingwith Diabetes during the Holidays”.There’s also a “Healthy Heart” class onDec. 10.

If you’re looking for ways to beginchanging your diet and physical activi-ty level, “Square One: Nutrition andFitness Basics” is designed to introduceyou to not only the Health andWellness Center, but also to ignite yourthoughts on your current diet and activ-ity levels.

Square One is being offeredThursday and Dec. 13.

Just looking for tips on what foodsto buy, check out the Commissary Touron Dec. 12.

Editor’s note: Call the Health andWellness Center at 478-327-8480 fortimes and to sign up for any of theseclasses .

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ON TAPTexas Hold ‘EmSaturdaySign-up at 1:30 p.m.Games start at 2 p.m.Heritage ClubMembers $15Guests $20For details,call 472-7864.

Football Sunday SpecialsPizza DepotBBQ Riblets and fries$6.50Club members receive10 percent offFor details,call 468-0188.

Dept. of LaborTAP/VA WorkshopMonday through Dec. 78 a.m. to 4 p.m.Bldg. 794For details,call 468-1256.

Pizza Depot’sMonday Lunch SpecialMonday, Dec. 10 and 17Soup and Sandwich$5.75For details,call 468-0188.

Private PilotGround SchoolBegins MondaySign up earlyas seating is limited$605 per personFor details,call 468-4867.

Breakfast with SantaRegister by TuesdayDec. 89 to 10:30 a.m.10:30 to 11:30 a.m.(exclusive time for

deployed families)Youth CenterFor details,call 468-2110.

Toys for TotsBasketball TournamentTuesday through Dec. 76 p.m.Fitness CenterFor details,call 468-2128.

Pre-separationBriefingThursday12:30 to 4 p.m.Bldg. 794Separatees onlyFor details,call 468-1256.

UPCOMINGFirst FridayDec. 75 to 6 p.m.Heritage ClubFor details,call 472-7864.

Free Coat at the CoatClosetDec. 7 and 85 to 9 p.m.Youth CenterFor details, call 468-2110.

Give Parents A BreakDec. 812 to 4 p.m.CDC East andSchool-Age ProgramFor details, call 468-5805.

Baking with JackieChristmas CookiesDec. 86 p.m.Youth CenterFor details,call 468-2110.

USAJobs ResumeWritingDec. 139 to 11 a.m.Bldg. 794For details,call 468-1256.

Tops In BlueJan. 12Doors open at 6:30 p.m.Show starts at 7 p.m.Warner RobinsCivic CenterFree

ONGOINGPizza Depot’s EverydayDecember Lunch SpecialFish sandwichand fries$5.95For details,call 468-0188.

Atlanta Hawkstickets on saleITTPrices start at $12For details,call 468-2945.

Golf Shoot OutOpen to anyone with aUSGA handicap$2 per attemptQualifying tournamenteach monthFor details,call 468-4103.

Remote ControlBowling BallAvailable for WoundedWarrior Program andthose with special needs.For a fee, it can also beused as a novelty forbowling parties.For details,call 468-2112.

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