A Week Isn’t Enough
Oct 06How are you celebrating? I was asked several times this week what I was doing to “celebrate” fire prevention week. I replied, “nothing.” Of course, this reply often raises eyebrows and suspicions as to my professionalism. I find it exhausting to explain my philosophy each time the question is asked, but I do feel that my story needs telling. First of all, fire...
Fireworks — One Week Later
Jul 11I’m still getting some messages from time to time of reports from last week’s fireworks around the country. This time I would to give you this process of thought. Your use of fireworks may not affect ONLY you. Some people say “what’s the big deal? If I’m a moron and get hurt, that’s my own stupid problem.” In many cases your actions affect MANY more...
Earthquake Quiz
Apr 25Even “experts” have to learn more As much as I’ve learned about safety through the years — and as much as I think I might know — I always find that there are new things to learn and new techniques to follow. I often tell students in my classes that after 20 years I’m still far from being an “expert.” Every time I think I know about all I could...
