CA FSC Firearm Handling

Question 1

What is the first step you should take when handling any firearm?

Accepted Answer

Ensure the firearm is unloaded

Answer

Load the firearm

Answer

Aim the firearm at a target

Answer

Place the safety on

Question 2

When should the muzzle of a firearm be pointed in a safe direction?

Accepted Answer

At all times, even when not in use

Answer

Only when firing the weapon

Answer

Only when reloading the firearm

Answer

When transferring the firearm to another person

Question 3

What is the best way to ensure that a firearm is safely handled while in a vehicle?

Accepted Answer

Keep the firearm in a locked container or case with the safety on

Answer

Place the firearm on the passenger seat

Answer

Keep the firearm in the glove compartment with the safety off

Answer

Keep the firearm in the trunk with the ammunition nearby

Question 4

Which of the following is a key principle of firearm handling?

Accepted Answer

Always assume a firearm is unloaded until proven otherwise

Answer

Always store a firearm with the safety off

Answer

Only clean the firearm while it is loaded

Answer

Never store firearms in a locked container

Question 5

What should you do if you drop a firearm?

Accepted Answer

Check to ensure it is not damaged and check the chamber for a round

Answer

Pick it up quickly and continue handling it

Answer

Leave it on the ground and call a professional

Answer

Only check for damage after loading it again