Scene Awareness and How to Stay Safe (Really Safe, That Is!)


 A quick video outlining and testing situational awareness and demonstrating the concept of 'tunnel vision' from VOC TV. They've got a few, so check a couple out and exercise your mind!

A vid from Mike Rowe's series on the S.W.E.A.T. pledge. Some great concepts here, but specific to our purposes is Pledge 6, on maintaining true safety in all situations. Check it out and post a comment on your experience below.


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