Responders

/rɪˈspɒndərz/ noun

Definition

People whose job is to react quickly to emergencies, like firefighters, police officers, or paramedics.

Etymology

From 'responder,' one who responds. The term became standard in emergency management terminology during the late 20th century.

Kelly Says

First responders memorize rapid decision trees so they don't have to think during emergencies—their training literally rewires their brains to react faster than conscious thought.

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