Posts by Alan Hughes
7 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
Quick Overview This article focuses on practical ways to develop your situational awareness. It emphasizes paying attention to your surroundings, identifying baselines, and learning to spot anomalies. By improving these skills, you can better anticipate potential threats and stay safe. The Next Step Over the past few weeks, we’ve been focusing on situational awareness, an…
Read MoreFirst Shots: Smith & Wesson CSX
Quick Overview This article covers the initial impressions of the Smith & Wesson CSX, a micro-compact pistol designed for concealed carry. It highlights its unique features, including a hammer-fired design, aluminum frame, and 12-round capacity. The article also points out areas for improvement, such as sharp edges and some reliability concerns. Not My First Smith…
Read MoreBudget Optic Review: Sig Sauer Romeo 7S
Quick Overview This article provides a hands-on review of the Sig Sauer Romeo 7S red dot optic, highlighting its features, performance, and value for budget-conscious buyers. The review covers its compact design, ease of use, and solid construction, as well as some minor drawbacks like dot bloom in low light. Trying The Romeo 7S I’ve…
Read MoreSituational Awareness Series: Reading the Signs
A couple of weeks ago, we talked about the Cooper Color Code System which gives us a common language to describe levels of situational awareness. We also talked about the OODA Loop some time back and how it helps us process situations and how to decrease our response time. This time we’re going to discuss…
Read More1791 EDC Organizer Review
There are people out there who walk around all day with nothing more than a car key, a driver’s license and a credit card, and feel good about that. If that’s how they want to roll, that’s cool for them. But then they’re coming to guys like me asking for a knife, a flashlight, a…
Read MoreSituational Awareness Series: The Cooper Color Code for Awareness
Staying aware of your surroundings is vital for personal safety. The Cooper Color Code, created by Jeff Cooper, provides a simple way to gauge and improve your situational awareness. This system uses colors to describe different levels of alertness and readiness. Let’s take a look at the code and how you can apply the Cooper…
Read MoreThe Combat Triad: Speed, Power and Accuracy
I’ve been around combat shooting for a really long time. Back in the early 1980’s the revolver was king, speed loaders were becoming the new normal and bowling pin shooting was considered innovative training. My first qualification was done with a Smith & Wesson Model 65. And that’s when I learned about the Combat Triad.…
Read MoreDe-Escalation Training for Church Safety Teams
Quick Overview This article discusses the importance of de-escalation training for church safety teams. It explains how de-escalation can prevent conflicts from escalating into violence, highlights the benefits of training team members to recognize and respond to threats calmly, and emphasizes that de-escalation should be a core skill in any church safety plan. It’s Foundational…
Read MoreThe Benefits of a CPTED Assessment for Homeowners and Business Owners
Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) is a strategic approach that uses urban and environmental design to reduce crime. This method focuses on making changes to physical environments to deter criminal behavior. Both homeowners and business owners can significantly benefit from a professional CPTED assessment. This article explores the reasons why investing in such an…
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