Video by JE Snowden | U.S. Army Combat Readiness Center | 02.07.2024
While seat belt use has increased significantly due to laws, education, and technology over the years and most of us automatically buckle up the moment we enter a passenger vehicle, the lack of seat belt use in our Army continues to be a fatal issue. Unfortunately, even in the face of overwhelming facts, some folks have difficulty distinguishing between facts and fiction and buy in to the......
Video by JE Snowden | U.S. Army Combat Readiness Center | 02.07.2024
USACRC Safety Shorts Series - Hiking Hiking is a wonderful way to see and experience the many wonders of our nation’s forests. Visit your forest's ranger forest ranger's district office, our All Maps page, or National Forest Store to obtain a trail map to help you plan your route based on your ability, available time and interest. Please follow these safety tips to ensure a safe journey:......
Video by JE Snowden | U.S. Army Combat Readiness Center | 02.07.2024
USACRC Safety Shorts Series - Privately Owned Weapons Safety Firearms are designed to be lethal and handling them in an unsafe manner is extremely dangerous. Whether you use a weapon for hunting, target shooting or personal defense, your weapons handling experiences will be far more enjoyable if you protect yourself, your family members, your friends and fellow Soldiers by handling your weapon......
Video by JE Snowden and Angela Grice | U.S. Army Combat Readiness Center | 02.07.2024
USACRC Safety Shorts Series - Souvenir Munitions Explosive Safety War Trophies and Souvenirs UXO mishaps that have seriously injured service members show that possession of these types of items can be dangerous. Ordnance items are designed to do one thing, kill the enemy! When ordnance items, whether they are U.S. or foreign, are taken off the battlefield or range, supposedly inerted, and......
Video by JE Snowden | U.S. Army Combat Readiness Center | 02.07.2024
USACRC Safety Shorts Series - Pedestrian Safety You don’t have to stop being a Good Samaritan to keep yourself safe, but what you should do is be situationally aware; AT ALL TIMES. If you are involved in a roadside emergency, do not let your focus or frustration distract you from the serious dangers posed by other drivers on the road. Follow these tips to remain as safe as......
Video by JE Snowden | U.S. Army Combat Readiness Center | 02.07.2024
10 Ways to Paddle Safely: ALWAYS WEAR YOUR LIFE JACKET – Wear a properly fitting U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket at all times on the water. DON’T DRINK WHILE PADDLING – Avoid alcohol, which impairs the coordination and balance you need to control a canoe, kayak or raft. STAY LOW – Learn how to enter and exit your boat safely and stay low in your boat when possible. Mot......
Video by JE Snowden and Angela Grice | U.S. Army Combat Readiness Center | 02.07.2024
USACRC Safety Shorts Series - Fast Obscurant Grenade It is imperative that Soldiers correctly identify the type of grenade before use. Improper identification, arming or employment of the M106 Fast Obscurant Grenade (FOG) can cause severe injury or death. All grenades must be identified, armed, and employed IAW TC 3-23.30, Grenades and Pyrotechnic Signals. The M106 is a bursting......
Video by JE Snowden and Angela Grice | U.S. Army Combat Readiness Center | 02.07.2024
USACRC Safety Shorts Series - Ammunition is designed to explode and should NEVER be used in place of a hammer or any other appropriate tool! Always use the right tool for the job!!! Here are some additional safety tips for the safe handling of ammunition: Always check your ammunition before use. Always handle ammunition as live. Before loading your weapon, ensure that you are using......
