New Resource for Trauma Centers: Firearm Injury Prevention & Safety Flyer Now Available

As part of its ongoing commitment to injury prevention, the Violence Prevention Committee is excited to share a new public-facing Firearm Injury Prevention & Safety Flyer—designed to support consistent, nonjudgmental messaging around responsible firearm ownership and secure storage.

This flyer was developed in alignment with the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Recommendations on firearm safety and injury prevention, offering a clear, community-focused way to engage patients, families, and the public on this important issue.

What’s Inside the Flyer?

The flyer covers key safety principles, including:

• Secure Firearm Storage – Clear guidance on how to safely store guns and ammunition

• Safe Conversations – Tips for asking about storage before your child visits another home

The language is supportive and accessible, grounded in research and public health best practices. A direct link to mitrauma.org/injury-prevention has been included, making it easy to connect people to more resources.

How Can You Use It?

This flyer is designed to be flexible and co-branded* by your hospital, trauma center, or coalition partners. Here are some potential applications:

• Hospital Lobbies & Emergency Departments
  Display near check-in, triage, or family waiting areas

• Community Outreach Events
  Share at health fairs, gun lock giveaways, or violence prevention events

• Pediatric or Primary Care Clinics
  Include during well-child visits when discussing household safety

• School Safety Nights or PTA Events
  A helpful tool when speaking to caregivers about youth risk and prevention

• Digital Use
  Embed in newsletters or share on social media with secure storage messaging

We hope this flyer is a valuable tool in your trauma center’s injury prevention work. Let’s continue working together to keep Michigan families safe.

*If a facility logo is added to this or any MTC materials, the information within the flyer cannot be changed and the MTC logo must remain in its current location.