Copy of S.T.O.P.

The acronym STOP helps you to make rational decisions if you find yourself lost or in an emergency. The acronym stands for:

STOP

 Stop what you are doing (as long as you’re in a safe location). Remain calm, and analyse the situation you’ve found yourself in.

THINK

Decide what you need to do to survive the situation.

OBSERVE

Make mental notes of your surroundings, observe the terrain.

PLAN

Plan out your next course of action.

ACT

Act on your plan.