CRFSC Firearm Malfunctions and Stoppages 2

Question 1

When dealing with a misfire, which step must come FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Keep the firearm pointed in a safe direction

Answer

Keeping the firearm pointed in a safe direction is always the first step, as a potential hangfire could cause a delayed discharge at any moment.

Question 2

Why is it essential to keep a firearm pointed in a safe direction after a suspected misfire?

Accepted Answer

Because a hangfire could cause a delayed ignition and discharge

Answer

A misfire could actually be a hangfire, where delayed ignition occurs seconds after the apparent failure to fire.

Question 3

After waiting 30 seconds and removing a misfired cartridge, you should inspect it to:

Accepted Answer

Check whether the primer shows a firing pin indentation

Answer

Inspecting the primer for a firing pin indent helps determine if the malfunction was a light primer strike (firearm issue) or a defective cartridge (ammunition issue).

Question 4

Which symptom most likely indicates a squib load has occurred?

Accepted Answer

A noticeably quieter sound and reduced recoil compared to normal firing

Answer

A squib load produces significantly reduced sound and felt recoil because the propellant charge is insufficient to develop normal pressure.

Question 5

What is a 'stovepipe' malfunction?

Accepted Answer

A spent cartridge case caught partially ejected and standing upright in the ejection port

Answer

A stovepipe occurs when a spent case is not fully ejected and stands upright in the ejection port, resembling a stovepipe chimney.

CRFSC - Canadian Restricted and Non-Restricted Firearm Safety Practice Test

CRFSC - Canadian Restricted and Non-Restricted Firearm Safety Practice Test

CRFSC Firearm Malfunctions and Stoppages 2