USACRC Risk Management Newsletter 10-14 AUG 2026

U.S. Army Combat Readiness Center
Story by Chris Frazier

Date: 08.10.2026
Posted: 08.12.2026 09:40
News ID: 572197

Army Safety and Occupational Health Team,

Please disseminate this vital on- and off-duty safety guidance across your commands and organizations today to preserve combat power and protect personnel.

CREW RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

In Army aviation, crew resource management (CRM) is a combat multiplier. While aircraft systems can fail without warning, disciplined communication, clear roles and mutual trust prevent emergencies from becoming mishaps. Discover how these aviators mastered CRM to land safely with a single engine, and why safety responsibilities extend far beyond the cockpit. https://safety.army.mil/MEDIA/Risk-Management-Magazine/ArtMID/7428/ArticleID/8293/CRM-A-Combat-Multiplier?utm_source=email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=riskmgmt&utm_content=rmn-thisweek01

PEDESTRIAN MISHAPS

Pedestrian safety seems simple because we learn the basics at a young age. Yet, many Soldiers assume they fully understand the dangers of sharing the road with traffic. Discover how quickly that assumption can lead to a deadly mishap. https://safety.army.mil/MEDIA/Risk-Management-Magazine/ArtMID/7428/ArticleID/8294/Walk-Aware?utm_source=email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=riskmgmt&utm_content=rmn-thisweek02

OPEN-WATER HAZARDS

A strong swimmer's near drowning in a murky river proves that athletic fitness is no match for unpredictable currents and sudden panic. Quick actions saved this Soldier's life. Review these essential water safety tips to protect your family and friends. https://safety.army.mil/MEDIA/Risk-Management-Magazine/ArtMID/7428/ArticleID/8295/Strong-Swimmers-Still-Drown?utm_source=email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=riskmgmt&utm_content=rmn-thisweek03

SUMMER SAFETY

Late summer is no time to drop your guard. Off-duty hazards, high-risk outdoor activities and vehicle mishaps continue to claim Soldiers’ lives. Leaders must remain actively engaged to combat complacency within their formations. Do not wait for a mishap to react. Integrate the USACRC’s summer campaign resources into your safety briefings to protect your team today. Check it out at: https://safety.army.mil/MEDIA/Seasonal-Safety-Campaigns/Spring-Summer-Safety-2026

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