RSO Range Inspection and Rules 3

Question 1

When inspecting a range's backstop or berm, what is the primary safety concern an RSO should evaluate?

Accepted Answer

Adequate height and density to stop all projectiles fired at the range

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Aesthetic appearance of the berm

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The color of the material used in construction

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Whether the berm was recently landscaped

Question 2

A shooter on the firing line has a firearm malfunction and the action cannot be opened. What is the correct RSO response?

Accepted Answer

Have the shooter lay the firearm down with the muzzle downrange and wait for RSO assistance

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Tell the shooter to keep trying to clear it

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Have the shooter immediately unload and leave the line

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Ask other shooters to help clear the jam

Question 3

Which condition of the range surface should an RSO flag as a hazard during a pre-session inspection?

Accepted Answer

Standing water or mud creating slippery footing on the firing line

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Dry, compacted dirt that is slightly dusty

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Grass that is trimmed to less than 2 inches

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Light discoloration of the concrete shooting benches

Question 4

At an outdoor range, which environmental condition should cause an RSO to suspend range operations?

Accepted Answer

A lightning storm approaching the range

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Temperature above 85°F

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Wind blowing parallel to the firing line

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Overcast skies reducing visibility slightly

Question 5

What should an RSO check about target stands or frames during a range inspection?

Accepted Answer

That they are stable, properly positioned, and will not cause bullet ricochets

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That they are painted a bright color

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That they are made of metal rather than wood

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That they face north for optimal lighting

Question 6

A range rule states 'no rapid fire.' A shooter fires three rounds in quick succession. What is the RSO's first action?

Accepted Answer

Call a cease fire and address the rule violation with the shooter

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Issue a written citation to the shooter

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Ignore it if no one was injured

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Permanently ban the shooter from the range immediately

Question 7

What is the purpose of posting clearly visible range commands and rules at the entrance and firing line?

Accepted Answer

To ensure all users are informed of safety expectations before and during use

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To satisfy state licensing requirements only

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To advertise the range to new members

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To limit the RSO's legal liability exclusively