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The Comfortable Routine of Complacency
We all know we have habits. Some of them are good habits. And some of them are…well… not so good. The less often talked about

When Budgets Impact Staffing, Tactics Must Change
Throughout the fire service there are departments whose staffing has been reduced as a result of budget cuts. That is not going to come as

Radio Traffic Can Improve or Destroy Situational Awareness
When it comes to first responder radio traffic I am reminded of the tale of Goldilocks and the Three Bears. You may recall that in

Staffing Levels Impact Situational Awareness
Research has demonstrated that, without question, stress can have significant impacts on situational awareness (SA). Stress can narrow your attention, cause task fixation, contribute to

The Role of Emotions in Decision Making
It is a widely held belief that the best decisions are made without the interference of emotions. Economists and statisticians alike stand fast to this

Situational Awareness – It’s More Complex Than “Pay Better Attention”
If you want to improve your situational awareness, just pay better attention! Really? Oh my goodness. No, it is hardly that simple. I just read