What is the recommended approach when needing to notify someone about an issue?

The recommended approach when needing to notify someone about an issue is to report it. Reporting involves formally communicating the details of a problem to the appropriate person or authority who can take action or address the situation. This helps ensure that the issue is recognized, documented, and managed properly, which is essential in any organizational setting, especially in the Navy, where issues can have significant implications for safety, operations, or overall mission success.

Other options, while potentially relevant in different contexts, do not align as directly with the action of notifying someone about an issue. Stopping may suggest halting operations without addressing the underlying problem. Correcting implies that you have the authority or knowledge to fix the issue yourself, which may not always be appropriate or possible. Changing does not inherently include notifying others and can lead to confusion if someone is unaware of the reason for a change. Therefore, reporting is the most effective and responsible means of addressing issues in a structured environment.