As members of the armed services, service members must understand the importance of safety and its relation to the Army mission. It is essential for service members to be aware of and to act in accordance with rules, regulations, and procedures that are designed to provide for their safety and the safety of those around them.

The Army’s safety mission sets forth five main goals:

• Enhance and sustain readiness to meet the mission
• Reduce loss of life and minimize preventable injuries and illnesses
• Maintain a work and training environment that is free from safety and occupational health hazards
• Reduce accident and incident cost to the Army
• Ensure quality safety and occupational health training

These goals demonstrate the Army’s commitment to safety and its importance in accomplishing the mission. All service members should understand their roles and responsibilities in promoting a safe environment and in following safety procedures.

So, which of the following statements does not relate to the importance of safety and the Army mission?

A) Wear your protective gear at all times.

B) Ensure you are always in a safe environment.

C) Don’t take unnecessary risks.

D) Don’t challenge authority.

The answer is D) Don’t challenge authority. This statement does not relate to safety or the Army mission, as it does not discuss the importance of safety or measures taken to ensure safety. Challenging authority may be a necessary or useful action in certain situations, but it does not directly relate to safety or the Army mission.