CRFSC Firing Procedures and Techniques 3

Question 1

What action should you take if your firearm fails to fire after pulling the trigger (misfire)?

Accepted Answer

Keep the firearm pointed downrange for at least 30 seconds before opening the action

Answer

A hangfire (delayed ignition) can occur, so keeping the firearm pointed downrange for 30 seconds before opening the action prevents injury from a late-firing round.

Question 2

What is a 'squib load' and why is it dangerous?

Accepted Answer

A round with insufficient powder that may lodge a bullet in the barrel

Answer

A squib load has insufficient propellant, which may push a bullet partway into the barrel; firing another round behind it causes catastrophic barrel failure.

Question 3

What is the correct procedure for clearing a 'stovepipe' malfunction in a semi-automatic pistol?

Accepted Answer

Tap the magazine, rack the slide to eject the case, and continue firing

Answer

The tap-rack-ready drill (tap the magazine, rack the slide to eject the partially ejected case) clears a stovepipe malfunction quickly.

Question 4

When using a rifle with a telescopic sight, what is 'parallax error'?

Accepted Answer

The apparent movement of the reticle relative to the target when the eye moves off-center

Answer

Parallax error occurs when the reticle and target image are not on the same focal plane, causing the reticle to appear to shift position as the eye moves.

Question 5

What is the recommended grip pressure when holding a handgun for accurate shooting?

Accepted Answer

Use a firm, consistent grip — often described as squeezing an orange or crushing a soda can

Answer

A consistent, firm grip (roughly 60-70% maximum pressure) controls recoil while avoiding tension that disrupts trigger control.

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

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

CRFSC Firing Procedures and Techniques 3