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  • Outdoor safety awareness should increase with activity

    As the lazy days of summer get closer and closer, there's never a good time for Team Sheppard personnel to get lazy about outdoor safety. Activity increases every year as the days get longer and the weather is nicer. Some activities include trips to nearby lakes, mountains or campsites. While this

  • Lower risks by using operational and personal risk management

    Operational and Personal Risk Management are proactive processes of measuring, or assessing risk and then developing strategies to manage that risk. These processes allow us to make an informed decision whereby the risks with the greatest loss and the greatest probability of occurring are handled,

  • Ride 'em safely

    As we enter into the 101 Critical Days of Summer, motorcycle safety must be a top priority. Already this fiscal year, the Air Force has lost several individuals as a result of motorcycle mishaps. This trend must end. These mishaps have no age or rank boundaries. In the majority of cases, the

  • Being unaware is a high risk to summer activities

    The Air Force regards its members as its most important asset and requires each of us to take reasonable care to prevent injury or loss of life. High-risk sports and recreational activities require particular vigilance. The purpose of this program is not intended to dissuade participation, but

  • Mishandling of food can cause upset summer fun

    With temperatures rising in the 80s, 90s and even 100s, it is safe to say that summer has arrived in Wichita Falls. Soon friends, family and co-workers will be gathering for pool parties and barbecues. Can you already smell the delicious aroma of sizzling steak? Well, along with your food tasting

  • Dropped call: cell phone use without hands-free device prohibited

    Improper use of a cellular phone while driving is unsafe. Many accidents can be attributed to personnel being inattentive while driving. Not to say that this is the only reason, but it is a factor. Air Education and Training Command policy outlined in AFI 31-218, Motor Vehicle Traffic Supervision,

  • Severe weather could dampen summer fun

    As spring gets into full swing and with summer right around the corner, residents should be aware of severe weather that can occur at a moments notice. As cold and hot air collide, the recipe for severe weather is in place. They can spring up to affect outdoor plans and should be taken seriously.