
Training, Protocols, Leadership: What Separates Catastrophe from Control
Disasters often strike not because of the unexpected, but because critical protocols are ignored or poorly executed. From the Bhopal gas tragedy to the Tenerife runway collision, history shows how human error and neglected safety measures can lead to catastrophe. Yet in moments like the Apollo 13 rescue and the Miracle on the Hudson, preparation and leadership turned crisis into survival. Explore what goes wrong when protocols fail—and what goes right when training, teamwork, and clear procedures take over.