Transition Centers are now able to create and sign DD Form 214s and Separation Orders
02 Feb 2023 13:42
Transition Centers are now able to create and sign DD Form 214s and Separation Orders! Soldiers that experienced a delay can contact their transition center for separation orders and to schedule an appointment to receive their DD Form 214s. Soldiers already on transition leave or separated, but did not receive their DD Form 214 will receive a copy in the mail and in IPERMs. DD Form 214s for Soldiers who are on transition leave or separated will state “service member not available for signature.” DD214s marked this way instead of signed by Soldier are completely valid. If you haven’t received your DD Form 214 in the mail, and haven’t had contact with your transition center by 15 February, we encourage you to contact the transition center at the installation you departed for an updated status. If you have corrections to your DD Form 214 after you’ve separated, contact the Army Service Center (#ASC) 24-hour line at 1-844-474-7772.
Fort Knox and Fort Knox Community Schools to return to NORMAL operating status Feb. 1
31 Jan 2023 13:47
The Fort Knox installation and Fort Knox Community Schools will return to NORMAL operating status Wednesday, Feb. 1. Please note that there is the potential for another round of wintry precipitation the evening of Jan. 31. As such, motorists should continue to drive with caution.
Operating status for Fort Knox installation and Fort Knox Community Schools for Jan. 31
31 Jan 2023 07:21
The Fort Knox Army Post and Fort Knox Community Schools are CLOSED today (Tuesday, Jan. 31) due to the inclement weather conditions. Members of the workforce must contact their supervisor regarding their specific mission requirements. ***Notable exceptions from U.S. Army Recruiting Command: USAREC Recruiting Operations Center will remain open, and the USAREC Senior Leader Forum will proceed.*** * The Fort Knox “Inclement Weather Information” webpage provides helpful information on what to know and do in the event of an installation-level and/or Fort Knox Community Schools operating status change. Link: https://home.army.mil/knox/index.php/about/Garrison/DPTMS/inclement-weather-information * All mission/weather essential personnel report for duty or stay on duty as directed, regardless of delays or closures. * Employees eligible to telework and participating in a telework program are able to safely travel to and perform work at their approved telework site (e.g., home). As such, when emergency situations require early release, delay, or closure at the regular worksite, telework employees may not be excused from duty since work can be performed at their approved telework site. For more information, visit home.army.mil/knox/knox/index.php/about/Garrison/DPTMS/inclement-weather-information *All mission/weather essential personnel report for or stay on duty as directed, regardless of delays or closures. * Employees eligible to telework and participating in a telework program are able to safely travel to and perform work at their approved telework site (e.g., home). As such, when emergency situations require early release, delay or closure at the regular worksite, telework employees may not be excused from duty since work can be performed at their approved telework site.
Post Operating Status for Thursday, Jan. 26
25 Jan 2023 14:07
Fort Knox operations are scheduled to remain at NORMAL status for Thursday, Jan. 26. There will be a chance of wintery mix accumulation and roads may be slick, so personnel traveling to Fort Knox tomorrow should exercise additional caution (e.g., leave home earlier to allow for additional drive time into work, maintain additional distance between vehicles, exercise caution when breaking and traversing inclines).
Temporary closure of Chaffee (main) Gate on Thursday, Jan. 26
25 Jan 2023 14:07
The Chaffee (main) Gate will be closed to all inbound and outbound traffic from 9:30-11 a.m. EST on Thursday, Jan. 26 for scheduled maintenance; however, the Visitor Center will remain open for the processing of visitor’s passes. During this time, all inbound and outbound traffic will be rerouted to Brandenburg and Wilson Gates.
Carbon Monoxide: Stay Safe in Cold Weather
13 Jan 2023 13:16
Carbon Monoxide: Stay Safe in Cold Weather Approximately 50,000 people in the U.S. visit the emergency department each year due to accidental CO poisoning. Every year, at least 430 people die in the U.S. from accidental CO poisoning. Causes Poisoning occurs when one is exposed to large amount of carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas with no smell and taste. This occurs due to: • Carbon monoxide can come from fires, gasoline powered generators and indoor charcoal grills • Inhalation of carbon monoxide from combustion fumes • Inhalation of methylene chloride Prevention Precautions that can be taken include: • Installation of smoke detectors at home to prevent accidental poisoning • Unblock chimneys to allow air circulation • Opening the garage door before starting a car • Never use gas stove or ranges to warm your home • Do not run Generators, Bar-B-Que grills, or any gasoline-powered engine inside your basement or garage. • Keep fuel-burning devices well vented, • Do not sleep in vehicles with engine running, If running leave window down an inch. • If conditions are too cold, seek shelter with friends or at a community shelter Symptoms: The most common symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are headaches, dizziness, and nausea. Other symptoms include: Headache, Fatigue, Confusion, Abdominal pain, Nausea and vomiting, Weakness, Palpitations, Shortness of breath, Agitation, Drowsiness, Hallucinations, Visual disturbances, Seizure
02 Feb 2023 13:42
Transition Centers are now able to create and sign DD Form 214s and Separation Orders! Soldiers that experienced a delay can contact their transition center for separation orders and to schedule an appointment to receive their DD Form 214s. Soldiers already on transition leave or separated, but did not receive their DD Form 214 will receive a copy in the mail and in IPERMs. DD Form 214s for Soldiers who are on transition leave or separated will state “service member not available for signature.” DD214s marked this way instead of signed by Soldier are completely valid. If you haven’t received your DD Form 214 in the mail, and haven’t had contact with your transition center by 15 February, we encourage you to contact the transition center at the installation you departed for an updated status. If you have corrections to your DD Form 214 after you’ve separated, contact the Army Service Center (#ASC) 24-hour line at 1-844-474-7772.
Fort Knox and Fort Knox Community Schools to return to NORMAL operating status Feb. 1
31 Jan 2023 13:47
The Fort Knox installation and Fort Knox Community Schools will return to NORMAL operating status Wednesday, Feb. 1. Please note that there is the potential for another round of wintry precipitation the evening of Jan. 31. As such, motorists should continue to drive with caution.
Operating status for Fort Knox installation and Fort Knox Community Schools for Jan. 31
31 Jan 2023 07:21
The Fort Knox Army Post and Fort Knox Community Schools are CLOSED today (Tuesday, Jan. 31) due to the inclement weather conditions. Members of the workforce must contact their supervisor regarding their specific mission requirements. ***Notable exceptions from U.S. Army Recruiting Command: USAREC Recruiting Operations Center will remain open, and the USAREC Senior Leader Forum will proceed.*** * The Fort Knox “Inclement Weather Information” webpage provides helpful information on what to know and do in the event of an installation-level and/or Fort Knox Community Schools operating status change. Link: https://home.army.mil/knox/index.php/about/Garrison/DPTMS/inclement-weather-information * All mission/weather essential personnel report for duty or stay on duty as directed, regardless of delays or closures. * Employees eligible to telework and participating in a telework program are able to safely travel to and perform work at their approved telework site (e.g., home). As such, when emergency situations require early release, delay, or closure at the regular worksite, telework employees may not be excused from duty since work can be performed at their approved telework site. For more information, visit home.army.mil/knox/knox/index.php/about/Garrison/DPTMS/inclement-weather-information *All mission/weather essential personnel report for or stay on duty as directed, regardless of delays or closures. * Employees eligible to telework and participating in a telework program are able to safely travel to and perform work at their approved telework site (e.g., home). As such, when emergency situations require early release, delay or closure at the regular worksite, telework employees may not be excused from duty since work can be performed at their approved telework site.
Post Operating Status for Thursday, Jan. 26
25 Jan 2023 14:07
Fort Knox operations are scheduled to remain at NORMAL status for Thursday, Jan. 26. There will be a chance of wintery mix accumulation and roads may be slick, so personnel traveling to Fort Knox tomorrow should exercise additional caution (e.g., leave home earlier to allow for additional drive time into work, maintain additional distance between vehicles, exercise caution when breaking and traversing inclines).
Temporary closure of Chaffee (main) Gate on Thursday, Jan. 26
25 Jan 2023 14:07
The Chaffee (main) Gate will be closed to all inbound and outbound traffic from 9:30-11 a.m. EST on Thursday, Jan. 26 for scheduled maintenance; however, the Visitor Center will remain open for the processing of visitor’s passes. During this time, all inbound and outbound traffic will be rerouted to Brandenburg and Wilson Gates.
Carbon Monoxide: Stay Safe in Cold Weather
13 Jan 2023 13:16
Carbon Monoxide: Stay Safe in Cold Weather Approximately 50,000 people in the U.S. visit the emergency department each year due to accidental CO poisoning. Every year, at least 430 people die in the U.S. from accidental CO poisoning. Causes Poisoning occurs when one is exposed to large amount of carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas with no smell and taste. This occurs due to: • Carbon monoxide can come from fires, gasoline powered generators and indoor charcoal grills • Inhalation of carbon monoxide from combustion fumes • Inhalation of methylene chloride Prevention Precautions that can be taken include: • Installation of smoke detectors at home to prevent accidental poisoning • Unblock chimneys to allow air circulation • Opening the garage door before starting a car • Never use gas stove or ranges to warm your home • Do not run Generators, Bar-B-Que grills, or any gasoline-powered engine inside your basement or garage. • Keep fuel-burning devices well vented, • Do not sleep in vehicles with engine running, If running leave window down an inch. • If conditions are too cold, seek shelter with friends or at a community shelter Symptoms: The most common symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are headaches, dizziness, and nausea. Other symptoms include: Headache, Fatigue, Confusion, Abdominal pain, Nausea and vomiting, Weakness, Palpitations, Shortness of breath, Agitation, Drowsiness, Hallucinations, Visual disturbances, Seizure