FSC - Firearm Safety Certificate Fundamental Firearm Safety Rules Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

Which of the following correctly lists all four fundamental rules of firearm safety?

Accepted Answer

Treat every gun as loaded; never point at anything you don't want to shoot; keep finger off trigger until ready; know your target and what is beyond

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Always use a safety; never load until ready to fire; keep gun holstered in public; never fire warning shots

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Store unloaded; keep trigger locked; never carry concealed; register all firearms

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Always wear eye protection; never fire indoors; keep the muzzle down; use only approved ammunition

Question 2

Why is it important to keep the firearm pointed in a safe direction even when you believe it is unloaded?

Accepted Answer

If the firearm unexpectedly discharges due to mechanical failure or human error, the safe direction ensures no one is harmed

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California law requires it at all times

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It is only important at shooting ranges

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To prevent the barrel from collecting dust when pointed downward

Question 3

What is the "administrative handling" of a firearm?

Accepted Answer

Deliberate, careful handling performed to safely load, unload, inspect, or clear a firearm — as opposed to casual handling

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Filling out paperwork for a firearm purchase or transfer

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Handling performed by law enforcement officers only

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Storing the firearm in its administrative case between range sessions

Question 4

If a firearm falls to the ground, what should you do?

Accepted Answer

Let it fall; modern firearms are designed with drop safeties that prevent discharge — grabbing it may cause a worse outcome

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Grab the firearm immediately to prevent it from discharging on impact

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Kick it to a safe corner immediately

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Shout "gun down" to warn bystanders, then pick it up immediately

Question 5

Why should you never lean over or look into the barrel of a firearm?

Accepted Answer

The barrel is the exit path for a potentially lethal projectile; looking down the barrel risks severe or fatal injury if the firearm discharges

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It deposits oils from your face into the barrel which causes corrosion

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It causes the front sight to misalign

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It can disturb the rifling and reduce accuracy

Question 6

What does "in battery" mean for a semi-automatic pistol?

Accepted Answer

The slide is fully forward, the barrel is locked up, and the pistol is ready to fire in its normal operating position

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The pistol's internal battery is fully charged for electronic sights

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The magazine is fully loaded with all chambers filled

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The safety is engaged and the pistol is secured for storage