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Every day, safety is enforced in my company through risk assessments, briefs or training. The fact is my job is very safe due to the restrictions, policies and regulations put into place to mitigate many of the hazards I may face. The most dangerous portion of my day actually takes place when I’m on the ground, driving back and forth to work.

Hydration for Winter Warriors

In some areas of the country, snowflakes are falling, but don't use this as a reason to slow down on your winter health plan. This is a great time to join a gym, try a new class or get into a winter sport.

  • 17 November 2024
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Sitting Ducks

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.

  • 10 November 2024
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Out of Control

The drive to Colorado was enjoyable as I saw the trees turning beautiful shades of gold, brown and red. As luck would have it, winter came early to Colorado, bringing with it the first of many snowstorms. We didn’t get a lot of snow where I lived in west Texas and, when it did fall, the highways, roads and schools all closed. Because of that, I didn’t know how to handle driving in the snow.

  • 3 November 2024
  • Author: USACRC Editor
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Defensive Driving: A Survival Tactic

Considering the circumstances, I count myself lucky. When compared to the statistics, surviving a motorcycle accident is no small feat. There’s a saying that riders know all too well: It’s not a matter of if you will fall, crash or drop your bike, but a matter of when. That night, my "when" arrived.

  • 27 October 2024
  • Author: USACRC Editor
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On the Nose

Although many years have passed, I distinctly recall the practical exercise on changing a tire as a young private just starting my military career. The reason why this memory stands out is due to a run-in with a particularly loud and brash drill instructor who happened to see me working without eye protection. The ensuing 15-minute PT session ensured I learned one thing — personal protective equipment is important.

  • 27 October 2024
  • Author: USACRC Editor
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