If you fall or stumble while carrying a firearm, what should you do?

When carrying a firearm, safety is paramount, especially in challenging situations such as stumbling or falling. Making an effort to control the muzzle in a safe direction is crucial because it helps prevent accidental discharges that could lead to serious injuries or fatalities. By maintaining control of the firearm’s muzzle, you minimize the risk to yourself and those around you during a fall.

The other choices do not prioritize safety in the same manner. Running to safety could result in the firearm being pointed in an unsafe direction if not handled properly. Dropping the firearm could cause it to discharge if it hits the ground in a manner that activates the trigger, leading to unintended injury. Unloading the firearm only after falling may find you in a precarious position where you are unable to maintain control of the muzzle, which could again result in an unsafe situation. Thus, keeping the muzzle directed safely is the best course of action in this scenario.