Health of the Force (HoF) Survey Update

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Leaders,

Request one last push on the Health of Force Survey.  To date, we have ~17.5k responses, 8k less than last year.  The most under-represented groups are junior enlisted (E5 and below) and junior officers (O3 and below).  The survey will remain open until 31 Aug and is available at this Link (QR code at the bottom):

https://usnavy.gov1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3mk65UxsLQgMMjI

This year’s survey focuses on the work environment and readiness.  We’ll be ready to share full insights as part of the 2023 Health of the Force report, but the following are some emerging results:

  • About half of the participants agree they would recommend a Navy career; for E6s and below, that number is just under 40%. 
  • Half of the participants indicate their unit is prepared and ready to perform its mission.
  • Over a third report less than six hours per sleep per night on average over the past month.
  • A third indicate they’ve been dealing with severe or extreme stress on the job over the past year; most cite inadequate manning as the cause.
  • Over half agree that their command is committed to employee health and well-being and that leaders encourage personnel to develop and maintain healthy lifestyles.

Thank you in advance for your assistance in hearing the voice of our Fleet!

VR/Rick

VADM Rick Cheeseman

Chief of Naval Personnel (CNP)

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