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Lost in Alabama
1 Apr 2014

Lost in Alabama

The thought of getting lost in your home country with GPS and cellphone technology readily available may seem far-fetched and ridiculous. I’m here with real-world experience to tell you that it is indeed possible — and could happen to you.

The Hard Way

The Hard Way
Working around large factory equipment is inherently dangerous. Mix in losing situational awareness and you have an accident waiting to happen. Here’s my story about learning a lesson the hard way.
  • 1 April 2014
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Just Say No

Just Say No
When we are tired, we sometimes make mistakes we wouldn't normally make. This incident taught me that although I was just trying to help, sometimes you just have to say no. I will use this lesson for the rest of my career. 
  • 1 April 2014
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No Do-overs

No Do-overs
In late 1992, a young staff sergeant named Johnson died in a motorcycle accident. He had owned the motorcycle only four days. If we knew then what we know today, could this Soldier’s death have been prevented?  
  • 1 April 2014
  • Author: Army Safety
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Out of Darkness

Out of Darkness
The city of Tucson, Ariz., rests in a valley surrounded by four separate mountain ranges. I’ve spent much of my adult life exploring those ranges inside and out. One of my favorite activities is caving. This particular trip, however, left me with several lessons learned.
  • 1 April 2014
  • Author: Army Safety
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Seconds Count

Seconds Count
As a pilot, I know that helicopters have vibrations. Heck, every vehicle has vibrations — some good, some bad. The point is you have to be able to determine if you should continue the mission, return to base or, in our case, just land!
  • 1 April 2014
  • Author: Army Safety
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