If a deployment device malfunctions, what is the recommended action?

• A. Jettison and run
• B. Maintain safety, retreat to a safe distance, and replace or repair according to policy
• C. Continue deployment with one hand
• D. Contact bystanders before acting

Answer: (B)

When a deployment device malfunctions, safety comes first. The proper course is to maintain safety, retreat to a safe distance, and arrange replacement or repair according to policy. This approach keeps you and others protected from potential accidental discharge or exposure and ensures the device is checked and serviced by qualified personnel before any further use. Jettisoning and running can leave you exposed and create a chaotic situation. Continuing deployment with one hand reduces control and increases the risk of harm. Involving bystanders before acting delays essential safety steps and doesn’t address the malfunction. Relying on policy-guided procedures keeps you safe and compliant while the device is inspected or replaced.