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  1. What does the term 'hangfire' refer to in firearms safety?

    Answer: A delayed ignition after the trigger is pulled

    A hangfire is a delayed discharge where the propellant ignites after an unexpected pause following the trigger pull.

  2. Under Canadian law, for what purpose may a restricted firearm be lawfully transported WITHOUT an Authorization to Transport (ATT)?

    Answer: Travelling directly to and from an approved shooting club or range

    In many provinces, ATTs are built into the PAL conditions for direct transport between the owner's home and an approved range.

  3. Which of the following is a prohibited device under the Criminal Code of Canada?

    Answer: A device that converts a semi-automatic firearm to fire automatically

    Any device that enables a semi-automatic firearm to fire more than one round per trigger pull is classified as a prohibited device.

  4. If you discover ammunition at a garage sale that is not in its original packaging, what should you do?

    Answer: Decline to purchase it, as its condition and type cannot be verified

    Ammunition of unknown origin, condition, and type poses significant safety risks and should not be acquired.

  5. What is the role of the Registrar of Firearms in Canada?

    Answer: Maintaining the Canadian Firearms Registry and administering the licensing system

    The Registrar of Firearms, a senior RCMP officer, oversees the Canadian Firearms Program including licences and the registration system.

  6. Which of the following best describes a 'squib load' and the appropriate response?

    Answer: An underpowered round that leaves a bullet in the barrel; stop firing immediately and clear the obstruction

    A squib load fires with reduced power, often lodging the projectile in the barrel, and firing again would cause a dangerous obstruction explosion.

  7. Under the Canadian Firearms Act, which of the following is a valid reason for the Chief Firearms Officer to revoke a PAL?

    Answer: The licence holder is deemed to pose a risk to public safety

    A CFO may revoke a PAL whenever they have reasonable grounds to believe the holder poses a public safety risk.