What is SAFER?

• A. Security
• B. Attack
• C. Flight
• D. Revised

Answer: (A)

SAFER is a safety mnemonic used to guide responses in emergencies, with the first emphasis on keeping people safe. The initial word in the acronym is Security, which means the immediate priority is to make the scene safe and protect everyone present—secure the area, restrict access, and account for people. Only after security is established should responders move on to the other steps like alerting others, finding a safe route, evacuating, and reporting. The other terms shown don’t represent the starting element of SAFER, so they don’t fit as the correct answer for what SAFER stands for. Remembering Security as the first part helps you keep safety front and center in urgent situations.