Assists and advises the commander in developing the overall accident prevention program.  They shall: 

            Direct and perform safety inspections and surveys of hazardous areas and operations. 

            Direct and perform accident investigations and prepare safety reports. 

            Plan safety briefings to make personnel aware of hazards and safe practices. 

            Make visits to subordinate units, and assist units in solving safety problems. 

            Review and analyze accident reports for contributing factors, trends and other accident prevention information. 

            Prepare training guides, articles and literature, and publicize this information through bulletin boards, newspapers and posters. 

            Conduct safety studies and recommend corrective action. 

The safety officer should be familiar with CAP directives in the 62 series.