Risk Management Magazine

A major component of any training — military or civilian — is risk reduction. The only way for it to be effective is to implement risk management and not get careless. Years ago, my unit had an incident that could have turned fatal.

Overall, static electricity may seem minor, but left unmitigated, a small spark could cause ignition of flammable gases, vapors and explosives. Utilize smart and proper hazard controls to take the spark away from the workplace and bring the spark back to the work.

Safety is paramount in the military, especially when operating in extreme environments. As Soldiers, we train rigorously to ensure that we can handle anything nature throws at us. But sometimes, even the best training can’t prevent unexpected emergencies.