Environment
Deployment into locations of extreme environmental conditions makes exceptional demands on the physical and mental fitness of Warfighters. If you can't find the answer to your Environment question in our resources, click the button below.
Environment Resources
Altitude
Information and awareness on policies, reports and guidelines for performing well in high altitude.
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Diving
All services in the Department of Defense have personnel actively involved in diving operations. This section will address the issues of how to approach, manage and prevent diving illness and injuries.
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Aerospace
Aviation manuals, training programs, and educational links across all branches of the military.
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Gear
Gear has to be up to performance challenges if Warfighers are to be well-protected in their environments.
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Over-hydration: too much water hurts
Staying hydrated is essential, especially during physical exertion in the heat. But beware—too much water can be dangerous.
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Environment News
Healing through scuba
Scuba diving is being used to help wounded warriors get back in the swim of things and on with life.
High-flying meals for U-2 pilots
“Tube food” provides meals for U-2 pilots on long missions.
Noise pollution and hearing loss
Helicopter propellers, jet engines, explosions, moving vehicles, gunfire and more—all sources of noise pollution that troops may experience in the line of duty—can affect one’s health, especially hearing.
Think PINK for optimal sleep
Pink could be your new favorite color, at least when it comes to sleep. This kind of noise may help you get the quality of sleep your body needs.
Treadmills for trekkers
When conditions aren’t ideal for an outdoor hike, move your walking inside to a treadmill. Just make a few adjustments to ensure you’re getting a workout comparable to your regular hike.
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