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Spare a Scare

With the end of summer fast approaching, my wife and I decided we were in need of one last vacation before the warm weather gave way to cooler autumn temperatures. The 350-mile trip would take us from Atlanta, Georgia, to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. To ensure we got the most out of our stay, I planned out everything — from beach activities we hoped to do to restaurants we wanted to try. One thing I failed to plan for, however, nearly brought our trip to an early end.

Trust Your Training

There are good reasons why emergency procedures (EPs) are developed, committed to memory and rehearsed before conducting training or combat operations. The moment an emergency occurs is not the time to become creative or develop a better way to handle the situation. As a Type A personality, I have made the mistake of modifying a procedure while in the middle of an emergency and it could have cost me dearly.

  • 26 April 2020
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Seconds Count

As a pilot, I know that helicopters have vibrations. Heck, every vehicle has vibrations — some good, some bad.

  • 19 April 2020
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Limiting Chemical Exposures

In May 2016, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a new drinking water Lifetime Health Advisory (LHA) for two types of fluorinated organic chemicals, perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS) and perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA).

  • 19 April 2020
  • Author: USACRC Editor
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Careless Convoy

There I was, smack in the middle of a range day at the Basic Officer Leaders Course. The day started out normally, with one group of lieutenants and warrants convoying to the range in a HMMWV, and the other group riding in two 5-ton trucks. The HMMWV convoy was always plagued with some “notional” engagements wherever it went, and these things were expected. The 5-ton convoy was usually a great time to rest your eyes for a few minutes.

  • 19 April 2020
  • Author: USACRC Editor
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Layers of Protection

There seems to be somewhat of a controversy on social media with people questioning whether it’s best to take swimming lessons or wear a life jacket to prevent drownings. Implementing as many layers of protection as possible is the best answer to help prevent drownings.

  • 12 April 2020
  • Author: USACRC Editor
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