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    Close Quarters, Close Call 0 Aviation
    USACRC Editor

    Close Quarters, Close Call

    A routine training flight nearly ended in disaster when a Black Hawk crew's successful landings bred complacency and a critical blind spot. Discover how dangerous assumptions in the cockpit left the tail rotor unmonitored during a...
    The 9-Megaton Near Miss 0 Workplace
    USACRC Editor

    The 9-Megaton Near Miss

    A dropped socket wrench inside an Arkansas silo triggered a massive chemical explosion that launched a 9-megaton nuclear warhead into the night sky. This harrowing look at The Damascus Incident reveals how a split second of complacency nearly...

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    In the modern military lexicon, the term "tactical" is often associated with high-speed, dynamic actions — the kick to a door, the precision of a rifle shot or the stealth of a reconnaissance patrol. Yet one of the most fundamental and perilous aspects of modern warfare is often overlooked: the simple act of moving from one point to another. Tactical vehicle operations, the orchestrated movement of personnel and equipment in wheeled or tracked vehicles, form the lifeblood of any ground force. It is a discipline that demands more than just a driver's license; it requires a unique blend of technical skill, unwavering situational awareness and an institutional commitment to safety that runs from the individual operator to the highest levels of command.

    Eliminating Speed Culture

    It was the end of the workday and I was wrapping up my last task in the safety office. Suddenly, a Soldier busted through the door to inform me they had just experienced a driver training mishap. I asked the Soldier for the details and, boy, was I surprised.

    • 10 May 2026
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    Never Rush a Job

    Recently, I accepted a position as the post safety specialist. Just before starting, however, I made one of the most common on-the-job mistakes — rushing to complete a task.

    • 26 April 2026
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    Make Your Own Decisions

    So, there I was with my head sticking out of the top of a Stryker. I was new to the unit and had never commanded a Stryker before — let alone in the middle of winter with ice covering everything. What could go wrong?

    • 7 December 2025
    • Author: USACRC Editor
    • Number of views: 313
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    Preventing Rollovers

    Every Soldier's death or injury in training is a tragic loss to the unit and families. We must act at every level of leadership to prevent these needless losses.

    • 19 January 2025
    • Author: USACRC Editor
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