Question

Elias works as a fire fighter. His top priorities are maintaining safety equipment and protecting himself from physical and economic harm. Recently, he even bought disability insurance with income protection in the event that he is injured on the job. According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, what type of needs is Elias prioritizing

Answer 1

'Safety Needs' from 'Basic Needs'

Step-by-step explanation:

Maslow's hierarchy of needs is a psychological theory, stating the priority ranking in which individuals seek to fulfil their needs.

• Basic Needs : Physiological needs (food, water, shelter) and Safety needs (security , wealth base)
• Psychological Needs : Love, Belongingness needs (good family, friends bonds) and Self Esteem needs (prestige, self accomplishment)
• Self Fulfilment Needs : Self Realisation needs (enhancing growth potential, creative activities)

Elias works as a fire fighter. Although she prioritises protection from safety equipment ; she still bought a 'disability insurance' with income protection. This act highlights towards Elias fulfilling / prioritising her : Safety Needs (Security of body, health, employment, resources, family welfare, property); broadly from 'Basic Needs'.