Shooting Range Safety and Etiquette Flashcards
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What does the command 'CEASE FIRE' mean at a shooting range?
Answer: Stop shooting immediately
'CEASE FIRE' is a universal range command requiring all shooters to immediately stop firing.
In which direction must a firearm be pointed while on a shooting range?
Answer: Downrange toward the targets
Firearms must always be pointed downrange toward the targets to keep the muzzle in a safe direction.
When is it safe to walk downrange to check or change your target?
Answer: Only after the range officer gives the all-clear command
You must wait for the range officer's all-clear before going downrange to ensure all shooters have ceased firing.
What should you do with your firearm when the range is declared 'COLD'?
Answer: Unload it, open the action, and set it down
When the range is 'cold,' all firearms must be unloaded with actions open and set down so personnel can safely move downrange.
Which personal protective equipment is required at all shooting ranges?
Answer: Eye and ear protection
Eye and ear protection are required at all shooting ranges to prevent injury from noise levels and ejected debris.
What should you do if your firearm malfunctions while at the shooting range?
Answer: Keep it pointed downrange and notify the range officer
Keeping a malfunctioning firearm pointed downrange and notifying the range officer is the safest course of action.
What is a 'hang fire' and what should you do if one occurs?
Answer: A delayed discharge after the trigger is pulled; keep pointed downrange for at least 30 seconds
A hang fire is a delayed ignition after the trigger is pulled, and the firearm must stay pointed downrange for at least 30 seconds before treating it as a misfire.