FREE Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC) General Questions and Answers

Question 1

What should you do to become familiar with the mechanics of a firearm?

Accepted Answer

Thoroughly familiarize with the mechanics of the firearm

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Disassemble it

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Avoid knowing

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Take a guess

Question 2

What is the best way to become skilled in using and understanding how your firearm operates?

Accepted Answer

Enroll in a 'hands-on' training course

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Watch instructional videos online

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Read the manual

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Ask a friend

Question 3

What should you do to reduce the risk of inhaling lead particles?

Accepted Answer

Ensure adequate ventilation

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Inspect all firearms you own

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Handle food without washing hands

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Smoke when exposed to lead

Question 4

According to a report by Harvard Public Health, having a gun in the home raises the suicide risk for:

Accepted Answer

Everyone - gun owner, spouse and children alike

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Children only

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Spouse only

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Gun owner only

Question 5

Which state requires firearms sold to be accompanied by a safety device?

Accepted Answer

California

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Florida

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New York

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Texas

Question 6

What are two common types of locking mechanisms for storage containers?

Accepted Answer

Trigger locks and cable locks

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Fingerprint recognition locks and password locks

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Barrel locks and chamber locks

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Keyless locks and combination locks

Question 7

What are lock boxes generally made of?

Accepted Answer

Sturdy, high-grade metal

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Plastic

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Wood

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Glass

Question 8

How much do gun safes usually weigh?

Accepted Answer

At least 50 pounds

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Less than 50 pounds

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At least 25 pounds

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At least 100 pounds

Question 9

Why is it important to become thoroughly familiar with the mechanics of the firearm you have selected?

Accepted Answer

To recognize possible safety problems

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To choose the correct ammunition

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To clean and repair the firearm

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To understand firearms laws

Question 10

What is the front end of the barrel called?

Accepted Answer

Muzzle

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Revolver

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Magazine Well

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Safety