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The Steel Water GUARD™ Framework

Think Clearly. Act Confidently.

Our signature instructional framework for emergency decision-making across the Steel Water training catalog.

Why One Framework

Different Emergencies. Familiar Framework.

The Steel Water GUARD™ Framework gives learners a repeatable way to organize decisions across medical, workplace, personal-safety, and outdoor emergencies while applying the specific skills taught in each course.

That consistency helps teams build a familiar decision habit they can use when conditions change quickly and clear thinking matters most.

Emergency decision-making training
Signature Instructional Framework

Gauge · Use Your Resources · Act · Recover · Depart & Dial

GGaugeAssess the situation, scene, hazards and immediate priorities.
UUse Your ResourcesUse the people, training, equipment, communication tools, emergency plans, exits, time, distance and other appropriate resources available to you.
AActTake decisive, appropriate action based on the situation and your training.
RRecoverStabilize after the immediate action: regain control, protect people, address injuries, and prepare for transition.
DDepart & DialMove away from the hazard when appropriate and contact 911, emergency services, supervisors, or other appropriate help.
Built for Recall Under Stress

Think Clearly. Act Confidently.

GUARD™ is designed to give participants a short, memorable sequence they can recall when conditions are changing quickly. “Depart & Dial” means leave or move away from danger when that is the safe choice and contact the right help; it does not mean abandoning a person who still needs care.