Archive for September 2024
Situational Awareness Series: 3 Obstacles to Your Awareness
Situational Awareness isn’t just deciding to pay attention and you’re done with the issue. There are actually obstacles to being situationally aware. Things that are working against our awareness and our safety. In a previous article, we mentioned some obstacles to your awareness. In this one, we’re going to examine the 3 biggest obstacles to…
Read MoreChurch Safety Considerations for Outdoor Events
As we move into fall, outdoor events become more common. These events offer a unique way to connect with the community while enjoying the beauty of nature. However, these events also present specific challenges for church safety teams that differ from indoor gatherings. Proper planning and awareness can help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience…
Read More7 Common First Aid Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
First aid training is an essential skill that everyone should have. Whether it’s dealing with a minor cut, a fall, or a more serious medical emergency, knowing how to respond can make a significant difference. However, even with the best intentions, many people make common first-aid mistakes that can worsen a situation. In this article,…
Read MoreSituational Awareness Series: Developing Skills
Over the past few weeks, we’ve been focusing on situational awareness, an important topic whether we’re thinking about it in our day-to-day lives. First, we discussed the OODA Loop and how we can work the loop faster. Then we covered the different levels of awareness using the color coding system. Most recently, we talked about…
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