How should you prepare infants or children for evacuation?

• A. Ignore the child and proceed with evacuation.
• B. Let the child walk unattended.
• C. Ensure caregivers secure the child, explain the process quickly, and guide them to the nearest exit with assistance as needed.
• D. Have a flight attendant carry the child.

Answer: (C)

In an evacuation, time is critical and infants or children need to stay with a trusted adult who can keep them secure and calm. The best approach is for the caregiver to secure the child, explain briefly what will happen, and then be guided to the nearest exit with assistance as needed. This keeps the child with a familiar person, ensures proper handling and restraint if required, and allows the crew to provide help quickly and efficiently. Leaving the child unattended or asking a flight attendant to carry the child alone would slow the process and increase risk, while the emphasis should be on coordinating the caregiver and the crew to move everyone to safety together.