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Agency 141 - Adjutant GeneralTitle 141 - LEGISLATIVE RULE ADJUTANT GENERALSeries 141-34 - ADMINISTRATION OF THE WEST VIRGINIA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD SAFETY PROGRAM
Chapter 7 - AWARDS PROGRAM
Section 141-34-7-4 - Awards authorized to be presented by the WVARNG and its subordinate elements

W. Va. Code R. § 141-34-7-4

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Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024
Section 141-34-7-4 - Awards authorized to be presented by the WVARNG and its subordinate elements
a. Eligibility. The Adjutant General will determine subordinate unit eligibility for nomination to the NGB for a safety award. The Adjutant General may also provide state recognition for significant achievement in the prevention of accidents within all WVARNG limits. The WVARNG may use locally procured awards in lieu of or in addition to, those prescribed in b and c below.
b. Certificate of Merit for Safety. Commanders and supervisors at all levels are authorized to present the Certificate of Merit for Safety (DA Form 1118) to elements within their organizations or facilities. Eligibility for this certificate will be based on the completion of periods of outstanding accident prevention achievement.
c. Safety awards for individuals. Commanders and supervisors at all levels are authorized to present a United States Army Safety Award (DA Form 1119 and DA Form 1119-1) annually or upon completion of periods of accident-free experience. This award may be presented to unit commanders, military or civilian supervisors, military or civilian operators of other mechanical equipment, and other deserving personnel.
d. The procurement of awards may be effected in any of the following ways:
(1) DA Forms 1118,1119, and 1119-1 will be obtained through normal AG publications supply channels. All other awards for safety will be programmed for and procured locally.
(2) In addition to the Army and ARNG safety awards described in this regulation, individuals may be nominated for honorary awards for outstanding safety performance or they may receive a monetary award for a safety suggestion as described in appropriate regulations or publications. The use of locally procured items, such as lapel pins, cups, plaques, or lighters, is authorized.
(3) The Adjutant General will ensure that adequate funds are programmed for locally procured safety awards.

W. Va. Code R. § 141-34-7-4