Reduce access to lethal means. Save time. Save lives.
This website provides practical, respectful education on ways to reduce access to lethal means of suicide—across
all means, with a focus on firearm safety. It includes an educational tool called
FLAME (Firearm Lethal Access Measurement & Evaluation), developed by Bert Berger.
What is “lethal means safety”?
Many suicidal crises are brief. Reducing access to highly lethal methods during a crisis can create time and space for support,
treatment, and recovery. Think of it like seatbelts: a safety layer that reduces harm.
Quick actions (today)
- Move medications to a lockbox; dispose of unused meds safely.
- Store firearms locked and unloaded; store ammunition separately and locked.
- Limit access to poisons/chemicals; secure sharp tools if risk is elevated.
- Make a plan with a trusted person for high-risk times.