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Situational Awareness<\/h1>\n \n
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One of the most common reasons injuries happen in the workplace is the loss of situational awareness. When this occurs, employees lose focus on their surroundings, including any hazards or potential risks. This can easily happen while performing a routine task, working under pressure or against a deadline, talking with others or directing their attention elsewhere.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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SLAM<\/h2> \n

\nIf you can remember SLAM, you are already on your way to increasing your own situational awareness. SLAM stands for \u201cstop, look, assess, manage\u201d and is a helpful tool to be mindful of hazards that may be present at work. What does that mean?<\/p>\n

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