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Preliminary Loss Reports (PLRs)

MEDIA Preliminary Loss Reports

About Preliminary Loss Reports (PLRs)

PLRs are intended to be used as an engagement tool for leaders to discuss the hazards and trends impacting Soldier safety and readiness. A PLR contains only basic information, as the investigation is ongoing, but provides sufficient background to allow leaders an opportunity to communicate risk at the Soldier level.

 

PLR 19-011 - PMV-4 Mishap Claims One Soldier's Life

Posting Date:   /   Categories: Preliminary Loss Reports, PMV-4
A 21-year-old Specialist assigned to 1st Armored Division, Fort Bliss, Texas, died in a PMV-4 mishap 9 November 2018 in Allen, Texas, at 0558 local. The Soldier was traveling while on authorized pass when his vehicle left the roadway and struck a concrete barrier. A post-crash fire ensued and the Soldier was pronounced dead at the scene.

PLR 19-010 - AMV Mishap Claims One Soldier's Life

Posting Date:   /   Categories: Preliminary Loss Reports, Army Vehicle
A 21-year-old Private First Class assigned to 1st Cavalry Division, Fort Hood, Texas, died in an Army motor vehicle mishap 8 November 2018 on the installation at 1615 local. The Soldier was a passenger in an M1152 HMMWV when the vehicle exited the roadway, overturned and came to rest in the upright position. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

PLR 19-009 - AMV Mishap Claims One Soldier's Life

Posting Date:   /   Categories: Preliminary Loss Reports, Army Vehicle
A 21-year-old Specialist assigned to U.S. Army Special Operations Command died in an Army motor vehicle mishap 6 November 2018 on Fort Irwin, California, at 1345 local. The Soldier was a passenger in an M1151A1 HMMWV when the driver lost control on an improved gravel road. The HMMWV left the roadway and overturned. The USACRC is leading a safety investigation into the mishap.

PLR 19-008 - PMV-2 Mishap Claims One Soldier's Life

Posting Date:   /   Categories: Preliminary Loss Reports, PMV-2
A 40-year-old Sergeant assigned to 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg, North Carolina, died in a PMV-2 mishap 7 November 2018 in Bunnlevel, North Carolina, at 1800 local. The Soldier was reportedly operating a motorcycle at a high rate of speed when he exited the roadway and struck a pole. He was wearing personal protective equipment and had completed the Motorcycle Safety Foundation’s Basic RiderCourse.

ENGAGEMENT TIPS:

  • In 2016, 33 percent of all motorcycle riders involved in fatal crashes were speeding, compared
    to 19 percent for passenger car drivers, 15 percent for light truck drivers and 7 percent for large
    truck drivers.

  • Per vehicle miles traveled in 2016, motorcyclist fatalities occurred nearly 28 times more frequently
    than passenger car occupant fatalities in traffic crashes.

  • Of motorcycle riders who died in single-vehicle crashes in 2016, 37 percent were alcohol impaired.

PLR 19-007 - ACV Mishap Claims One Soldier's Life

Posting Date:   /   Categories: Preliminary Loss Reports, Army Vehicle
A 23-year-old Specialist assigned to 7th Infantry Division, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, died in an Army combat vehicle mishap 4 November 2018 on the installation at 0629 local. The Soldier was resting against his assault pack when a Stryker mortar carrier backed up and pinned him to the ground. Medical personnel pronounced him dead at the scene. The USACRC is leading a safety investigation into the mishap.

ENGAGEMENT TIPS:

  • Ensure vehicle operators do a thorough walkaround the vehicle prior to moving it.

  • Proper use of a ground guide will prevent Soldiers from being run over by or pinned between vehicles.
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