Health officials report 86% of firearm deaths in Utah are deaths by suicide and 48% of people who have suicidal thoughts go from thought to intent in 10 minutes or less.
They say any strategy that adds time for someone in crisis from accessing a firearm will keep them safer.
Summit County residents who fill out the survey are eligible for a free gun safe, which they can pick up at their nearest Summit County Health office.
The survey will help the health department assess the level of community awareness and understanding of suicide prevention.
Behavioral Health Program Specialist with the heath department Chantal Guadarrama said this is the third year the county has provided gun safes to residents. This year they have enough funds for about 200 safes.
She said with the safe gun owners will also receive a cable gun lock. Guadarrama advises gun owners to use both safety measures when storing firearms.
