Risk Management Magazine

It is that time of the year again when the days are shorter and temperatures colder. Therefore, Soldiers should think ahead about preventing cold-weather injuries. Are you prepared?

Within minutes, the water reached our calves. Still, never once did any of us consider what could happen next. If we had, we would have put on our life jackets, but no one even mentioned it. Just as the shore came into sight, a large wave struck the boat, causing it to capsize.

Aviators know winter weather conditions can deteriorate quickly and create a wide range of issues they must deal with, such as poor visibility, turbulence and icing. Fortunately, they have two tools to help manage these challenges — flight planning and frequent weather briefings.