Who is in charge of giving mandatory briefings?

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Safety briefings are driven by the person who holds command of the flight and is responsible for overall safety. The Captain is in charge of the flight and thus has the authority and duty to ensure that all required safety information is conveyed to passengers and crew before departure. This includes initiating the process, coordinating with the cabin crew, and confirming that the mandated briefing is performed according to procedures. The cabin crew, led by the Purser (Lead Flight Attendant), carries out the briefing itself and demonstrates the safety procedures, but the responsibility to authorize and oversee that the mandatory briefing happens rests with the Captain. The First Officer assists with operations but does not hold the final responsibility for delivering mandatory briefings.