Which action should you take near a suspicious package to protect yourself?

Which action should you take near a suspicious package to protect yourself?

• A. Evacuate and then search the area yourself
• B. Notify authorities only after a social media post
• C. Do not touch the package and isolate the area
• D. Use your mobile phone near the area to communicate

Answer: (C)

Prioritizing safety means not touching any suspicious package and keeping the area isolated. If you encounter one, stay back, distance others, and clearly mark or block off the area so no one else approaches. Do not try to inspect, move, or search the package yourself. Instead, alert authorities or emergency services right away so trained responders can handle the situation safely. This minimizes the chance of triggering a device and protects everyone nearby.

The other options involve handling the object, delaying help, or using a device near the area, all of which can increase danger or mislead responders.