Creation of online maps for voluntary out-of-home firearm storage: Experiences and opportunities

Prev Med Rep. 2023 Feb 25:32:102167. doi: 10.1016/j.pmedr.2023.102167. eCollection 2023 Apr.

Abstract

Online maps showing locations for voluntary, temporary firearm storage are a novel approach in suicide and injury prevention. A study team from two states with maps (Colorado and Washington) interviewed leaders from six additional states with maps and six without. Key considerations for map creation were: trust and partnerships; legal issues; funding; and map maintenance. Addressing these considerations - through stronger networks, liability protection, or sustainable programming - may enhance dissemination and use of out-of-home firearm storage options.

Keywords: Community program; Firearm; Injury prevention; Qualitative; Storage; Suicide.