In what situation should a firearm not be used according to safety guidelines?

Using a firearm in response to verbal threats alone is considered inappropriate and against safety guidelines because it does not meet the threshold of an immediate and credible threat to life or severe bodily harm. Firearm safety emphasizes the importance of using a gun only when there is a clear and present danger warranting such action, typically when facing an imminent threat. Verbal threats, while they may be intimidating, often do not justify the lethal response that using a firearm entails. The guidelines advocate for de-escalating situations whenever possible and reserving firearm use for scenarios where there is a direct and immediate threat to one's safety or the safety of others.