Storage & Child Access

What should a child be taught to do on finding a firearm?

Answer

Stop, don't touch it, leave the area, and tell an adult

The four Rules For Kids are: Stop, Don't Touch, Leave the Area, and Tell an Adult. A child may think the best thing to do is bring the firearm to an adult, but they should never touch one they find.

Source: Chapter 2: Rules For Kids

Not the answer

  • Stop, pick it up carefully, carry it to an adult, and report it
  • Stop, check it is unloaded, hide it, and tell an adult
  • Stop, keep other kids away, stand guard, and wait for an adult

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