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Driving Down Distractions
1 Apr 2014

Driving Down Distractions

Outside of combat, few endeavors are as fraught with danger as driving. Each year, there are more than 30,000 traffic fatalities in America. It almost makes the run to Kabul look sane. 

Up the Creek

Up the Creek
Although it’s been many years since I nearly killed myself and my best friend, I remember it like it was yesterday. I often reflect on that day, wondering how we ever made it across that flooded low water crossing while on our way to one of our favorite turkey hunting spots. 
  • 1 March 2014
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Crash Course

Crash Course
Driving down the rain-soaked street, I realized I was a risky situation because: 1) I was slightly lost; and 2) most Californians are pretty crappy drivers in bad weather. But there was third thing I didn’t realize — I, too, was a pretty crappy driver in bad weather.
  • 1 March 2014
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Expect the Unexpected

Expect the Unexpected
A few years ago, my girlfriend and I decided to take a trip during spring break to a nice costal town in Oregon named Seaside. Little did we know that this trip would teach us the importance of always planning for the unexpected.
  • 1 March 2014
  • Author: Army Safety
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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
  • Author: Army Safety
  • Number of views: 13771
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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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