ACT 235 Firearms Safety 3

Question 1

What is 'muzzle discipline' as it applies to ACT 235 firearms training?

Accepted Answer

Controlling the direction of the barrel so it never points at anything you are not willing to destroy

Answer

Muzzle discipline means maintaining constant awareness of where the barrel is pointed, ensuring it never covers an unintended target.

Question 2

What should an ACT 235 officer do if they discover their duty firearm has been dropped and may have been damaged?

Accepted Answer

Have it inspected by a qualified armorer before returning it to service

Answer

A dropped firearm should be inspected by a qualified armorer before further use to ensure it is mechanically safe.

Question 3

Which of the following describes a 'double-action' revolver trigger system?

Accepted Answer

Pulling the trigger both cocks and releases the hammer in a single pull

Answer

A double-action trigger cocks and releases the hammer in a single, longer trigger pull, enabling firing without manually cocking the hammer.

Question 4

What is the correct response if an ACT 235 officer observes another officer carelessly pointing a firearm at a fellow officer?

Accepted Answer

Immediately and calmly correct the behavior and report it to a supervisor

Answer

Unsafe firearm handling must be corrected immediately regardless of who is involved — all firearms are treated as loaded at all times.

Question 5

What does 'know your target and what is beyond it' mean in the context of ACT 235 training?

Accepted Answer

A bullet can travel through or past a target, so the officer must be aware of what lies beyond

Answer

Bullets can penetrate targets and continue traveling, making it essential to be aware of what lies beyond the intended target to prevent unintended casualties.

ACT Practice Test

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ACT 235 Firearms Safety 3