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There are lots of ways to improve your personal security and safety, but many of the suggestions found online require investing a lot of money and time. Those items have their place, but the focus of this article is what the average person can do on an average day with an average amount of time.…

Background The Cooper Color Code is an excellent model known in military and security circles that creates a standard around increasing levels of mental alertness – or situational awareness. Similar to other models that measure danger or threat levels this one uses color coding to identify different stages. However, instead of associating colors with the…

I thought it might be helpful to do some posts breaking down my usual EDC (Every Day Carry). I’ll include a photo of what I carry, a description and explanation, and links to get you started on finding your own. My ‘Pocket’ Carry Breakdown Included in my EDC pocket carry are: So that’s what I…

Principle Situational awareness is straightforward in concept, but more challenging in its application. Simply put, it is being aware of what is going on around you. Noticing the people, behaviors, and geography of your location. Perhaps most important, though, is thinking about what you are seeing. When properly applied, situational awareness helps you notice both…

Personal security is important because you and the people you care for are important. And because life is hazardous. Too often we think “that’ll never happen to me” or “I live in a safe, comfortable neighborhood”. But the fact is, we will all eventually face danger in our life and we need to be prepared…

First aid kit versus trauma kit…what’s the difference? And why does it matter? These two items are an important part of personal security, and require minimal effort to own and use. Let’s take a moment and first look at the difference between the two. First Aid Kit A first aid kit is designed to do…