170824-N-GB595-107 SAN DIEGO (Aug. 24, 2017) Capt. Mark A. Melson, commanding officer of the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), discusses risk management and watchstanding fundamentals with the crew prior to entering dry-dock. Makin Island is making preparations to enter dry-dock for routine scheduled maintenance. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Mathew J. Diendorf/Released)