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Truth and Consequences
1 Feb 2014

Truth and Consequences

For me, off-duty safety was just something I always had to hear about before being released for a long weekend. The message was always the same: Have a plan, wear your PPE, take a buddy and so on. Fortunately, I eventually got the message — but it nearly cost me my life.

Ready, Set — Don’t Go

Ready, Set — Don’t Go
I was eager to participate in a track meet the forward operating base was hosting. However, the meet was that day, and I wasn’t in my best shape because of my unit’s operating tempo. Still, I felt I’d be OK because I was a good runner in high school. I was wrong.
  • 1 February 2014
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Vehicle Maintenance

Vehicle Maintenance
As the company safety officer, I was sometimes asked if vehicle inspections were completed. Usually, my response was, “Yes and no.” On paper, you could clearly see the inspections were done; however, I knew many had been pencil whipped by a buddy. 
  • 1 February 2014
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The Last Time I Didn't Wear a Seat Belt

The Last Time I Didn't Wear a Seat Belt
I grew up during a time when most states didn’t have laws requiring vehicle occupants to wear a seat belt. As a teenager, I wore a seat belt when I was riding in the car with my parents. Riding with my friends, however, was different story.
  • 1 February 2014
  • Author: Army Safety
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Is the weapon clear?

Is the weapon clear?

Whether Soldiers are handling a military or privately owned weapon, safety should always be a top concern.

  • 8 January 2014
  • Author: Army Safety
  • Number of views: 14429
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Safe at home

Safe at home

After hearing too many stories about Soldiers ruining their careers due to poor decision-making, Spc. Tyler Rouse knew he had to intervene. Nearly a year later, hundreds of Fort Bliss Soldiers have him — as well as his nonprofit organization, No D.U.I. El Paso — to thank for a safe ride home.

  • 8 January 2014
  • Author: Army Safety
  • Number of views: 13653
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