Lessons Learned II: Using Case Studies and History to Improve Safety Education

Whereas Lessons Learned I provided a theoretical look at risk management in the outdoor industry, Lessons Learned II applies the theories to real life.

Through careful examination of accident accounts, followed by analysis of what went wrong and what went right, author/editor Deb Ajango helps readers better understand how and why even seemingly best-laid plans sometimes fail. Starting with two in-depth case studies, the book explores how accidents happen, how the resulting devastation affects participants and their families, and how the ramifications of such incidents affect programs and employees

Deb Ajango is the owner and director of SafetyEd: Safety Education for Outdoor and Remote Work Environments. In her work with SafetyEd, Deb has provided consultation and conducted safety audits around the United States and overseas. She has spent more than 15 years working in outdoor education and has more than 2,000 days of field experience.

Deb has presented at a variety of national symposiums and conferneces. She is currently a member of the Association for Experiential Education's Accreditation Council and is one of the coeditors of the 2005 Manual of Accreditation Standards for Adventure Programs. Deb is also editor and coauthor of Lessons Learned: A Guide to Accident Prevention and Crisis Response.