You have been called to a railroad yard for an unknown emergency. As you arrive on scene, you find a tanker car with two men lying on the ground next to it. The only other person around is a security guard who saw the collapsed men on a video camera and called 911 immediately. He has an automated external defibrillator (AED) at his side. Your initial action would be to:

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Given the unknown emergency situation in a railroad yard with a tanker car involved, the priority is to ensure the safety of the responders. The presence of two men collapsed next to a tanker car suggests a potential hazardous materials (hazmat) situation. The correct initial action is to remain at a safe distance and call for specialized assistance, such as hazmat teams, to manage the situation safely. Moving in without assessing the risks could endanger the lives of the responders.

You Have Been Called to a Railroad Yard for an Unknown