What is the first step in preparing the Least Risk Bomb Location (LRBL)?

Disarming the slide is the first critical step in preparing the Least Risk Bomb Location (LRBL) because it ensures that the inflatable slide cannot be deployed during an emergency situation. This step is essential as it prevents accidental activation of the slide while preparing the cabin for potential evacuation or containment of a bomb threat. The LRBL strategy involves creating a safe space that minimizes risk to passengers and crew, and safely disarming any emergency equipment is fundamental to achieving this.

In the context of the LRBL protocol, other actions such as cushioning the area or moving passengers, while important in various safety procedures, come after ensuring that no additional hazards are introduced from the operational safety equipment like the slide. Additionally, removing safety equipment or making other adjustments would follow the disarming of the slide to ensure that the environment remains controlled for the safety of everyone involved.