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  • The Buck Stops Here

    What to do if a deer jumps in front of your motorcycle.Deer strikes on the road are unpredictable, and even the most experienced riders can fall victim 
to them. If a deer suddenly jumps in the path of your motorcycle, here are some steps you can take.● Brake slowly if there's time; aggressively if

  • TORNADO Prep Checklist

     During any storm, listen to local news or radio to stay informed about watches and warnings. Know your community's warning system. Communities have different ways of warning residents about tornados, with many having sirens intended for outdoor warning purposes. Pick a safe room in your home

  • THE TERRIBLE TWO

    Only a few spiders are dangerous to humans. Two that are present in the contiguous United States, and more common in the southern states, are the black widow and the brown recluse. Both spiders prefer warm climates and dark, dry places where flies are plentiful. They often live in dry, littered,

  • TRENDING UP GETS THUMBS DOWN WHEN IT COMES TO SEVERING FINGERS

    Here are synopses of the seven Air Force mishaps that ended up in lost digits from Oct. 15 to Jan. 7 this fiscal year. Three of the seven happened in Air Education and Training Command. 1. Oct. 15: A 52-year-old civilian amputated his left ring finger while attempting to open a manhole cover with an

  • THREE FATALITIES IN TWO WEEKS

    Air Education and Training Command suffered three motorcycle mishap deaths during a two-week timespan in March. A technical sergeant from Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas; a second lieutenant from Laughlin AFB, Texas; and a staff sergeant from Luke AFB, Ariz., lost their lives while riding

  • TIPS TO HELP MOTORCYCLISTS FROM BECOMING INVISIBLE

    Wear reflective gear. Buy a bike that has brighter colors. Black or dark bikes tend to blend with the asphalt more. If you don't have running lights, install them. Two lights spaced apart are easier to see than one. Keep plenty of distance between you and other vehicles, and avoid blind

  • TORNADO SHELTERING

     In homes and buildings, stay where you're at when a tornado warning is announced. Immediately go to the center part of the lowest level in the smallest room, such as a closet or inner hallway. Close all windows, blinds and curtains, and then stay away from the windows. If possible, get under

  • TRACKING A KILLER

    A 10-YEAR BREAKDOWN OF WHICH MONTHS ARE THE WORST FOR AIR FORCE MOTORCYCLIST FATALITIES                       FISCAL 2001-2010                       MONTH                      FATALITIES                       January                                1                      

  • THINKING ABOUT RUNNING A MARATHON?

    HERE ARE 12 TIPS TO HELP YOU FINISH1. Pick your shoes carefully. Shoes can change your stride and form. The wrong shoe can cause blisters and more serious injuries.2. Wear the right clothing. A good wicking fabric is much better than cotton.3. Wear bright colors. Always assume drivers can't see you,

  • THREE TYPES OF MOUTH GUARDS

    STOCK Stock mouth guards are available at most sporting goods stores. They are not form fitted and are bulky. They also may interfere with speech and breathing. They may not be as effective because they move around."BOIL AND BITE" A better option than stock is the "boil and bite" type of mouth

  • THE DIRTY HALF-DOZEN

    TOP SIX CAUSES OF VEHICLE MISHAPS Distracted driving Fatigue or falling asleep at the wheel Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs Speeding Aggressive driving Inclement weather-- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

  • TURNING LEMONS INTO LEMONADE

    How did the Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark., C-130J crew turn a potentially catastrophic emergency, not covered in technical orders, into a relatively routine landing? The answer: training, teamwork and innovation.TrainingThe fact that this emergency took place at the C-130 Center of Excellence

  • THE HEIMLICH MANEUVER

    1. From behind, wrap your arms around the victim's waist.2. Make a fist and place the thumb side of your fist against the victim's upper abdomen, below the ribcage and above the navel.3. Grasp your fist with your other hand and press into the upper abdomen with a quick upward thrust. Do not squeeze

  • TIPS ON COMBATING FATIGUE

    Get up and walk around to get your blood flowing. If you're doing a task where you can't get up, just flex your muscles. Talk to a co-worker. Strategically use caffeine before the critical phases of your mission, which can give you a slight boost of energy to get you through the

  • THE ALCOHOL EFFECT

    About three in every 10 Americans will be involved in an alcohol-related crash at some time in their lives.Many people who cause these mishaps simply didn't understand at the time how quickly alcohol could impair them both physically and mentally. They paid for this ignorance dearly.Once alcohol is