Risk Management Magazine

If a Soldier ever was to ask the question, “How do I survive a 15-month deployment?” the answer would be one word: “discipline.”

Operating a military vehicle in snowy or icy conditions can be a challenge for any driver, especially if they’re not trained in winter driving techniques. Fortunately, a little preparation will go a long way toward helping you, as well as others on the road, avoid being a winter driving statistic.

Each year, hundreds of Soldiers experience cold-weather-related injuries. The responsibility for preventing these injuries is a command and leadership function, as well as a personal responsibility for each Soldier.