Public Health Service Hazardous Duty Award

==Public Health Service Hazardous Duty Award ==

The Public Health Service Hazardous Duty Award is a United States Public Health Service (USPHS) service award established to recognize the hazardous duties performed by members of the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps. This award is given to officers who are assigned to positions that involve a significant risk to their health and safety.

Criteria[edit | edit source]

The Public Health Service Hazardous Duty Award is granted to officers who meet the following criteria:

Assigned to a position that involves exposure to hazardous conditions or environments.
Perform duties that are considered hazardous, such as working with infectious diseases, hazardous materials, or in dangerous locations.
Serve in a role that requires a high level of physical risk or potential for injury.

Eligibility[edit | edit source]

To be eligible for the Public Health Service Hazardous Duty Award, an officer must:

Be a member of the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps.
Have completed a minimum period of service in a hazardous duty assignment, as specified by the USPHS guidelines.
Demonstrate exceptional performance and dedication while serving in a hazardous duty role.

Award Design[edit | edit source]

The design of the Public Health Service Hazardous Duty Award includes:

A ribbon with distinctive colors representing the hazardous nature of the duties performed.
A medal that may be awarded in conjunction with the ribbon, featuring symbols of hazard and service.

Presentation[edit | edit source]

The Public Health Service Hazardous Duty Award is presented by the Surgeon General of the United States or a designated representative. The award is typically given during formal ceremonies or special events to honor the bravery and commitment of the recipients.

Related Awards[edit | edit source]

The Public Health Service Hazardous Duty Award is one of several awards within the USPHS that recognize exceptional service. Other related awards include:

Search WikiMD

Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD

WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. See full disclaimer.

Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.