Free NRA Firearm Safety & Handling Procedures Questions and Answers

Question 1

What is the first rule of firearm safety?

Accepted Answer

Treat every gun as if it's loaded

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Point the gun at the ground

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Keep finger on trigger

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Unload only after firing

Question 2

Why is muzzle control important?

Accepted Answer

Prevents injury in case of discharge

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Helps with shooting accuracy

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Keeps sights aligned

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Prevents recoil

Question 3

When should you keep your finger off the trigger?

Accepted Answer

Until ready to shoot

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When reloading

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When aiming

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While removing magazine

Question 4

What should you verify before cleaning a firearm?

Accepted Answer

That it is unloaded

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That it is dirty

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That ammo is available

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That it was recently fired

Question 5

Which safety device blocks the firing mechanism of a firearm?

Accepted Answer

Manual safety

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Magazine release

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Trigger guard

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Slide stop

Question 6

How should ammunition be stored?

Accepted Answer

Separately in a cool, dry place

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With the firearm

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Near a heater

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In a humid location

Question 7

What does a proper backstop do on a shooting range?

Accepted Answer

Stops bullets safely

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Improves aim

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Keeps shooter focused

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Supports targets

Question 8

Why is eye and ear protection important during shooting?

Accepted Answer

To protect from debris and loud noise

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To enhance vision

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To reduce fatigue

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To help concentration

Question 9

What is the purpose of a range safety officer (RSO)?

Accepted Answer

To supervise safety on the range

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To train shooters

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To enforce laws

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To collect fees