Situation Awareness is a tactical skill: It can be learned and practiced.

Situation Awareness is a tactical skill: It can be learned and practiced.by: Cedric 'Vic' VerdierPublished on: 09/10/2026

Vic Verdier applies Boyd’s OODA loop to technical diving, arguing situation awareness is an automatic skill built through varied experience. Spotting deviations from a known baseline early preserves options and time to act before problems escalate.

Situation Awareness is a tactical skill: It can be learned and practiced.

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