Firearm Competency Safe Handling and Storage

Question 1

What is the first rule of safe firearm handling?

Accepted Answer

Treat every firearm as if it is loaded

Answer

Always keep the safety catch off

Answer

Only check it is loaded when shooting

Answer

Point it at the ground at all times

Question 2

Where must you keep your finger until you are ready to shoot?

Accepted Answer

Off the trigger and along the frame

Answer

On the trigger

Answer

Inside the trigger guard

Answer

On the safety catch

Question 3

How must a firearm and its ammunition be stored at home under the FCA?

Accepted Answer

In a prescribed safe or strong-room

Answer

In a drawer next to the bed

Answer

Anywhere out of sight of children

Answer

In the boot of a vehicle

Question 4

In which direction should the muzzle always be pointed?

Accepted Answer

In a safe direction where it would cause no harm

Answer

Toward the nearest exit

Answer

At the person you are talking to

Answer

Straight up into the air

Question 5

What must you do before cleaning or handing over a firearm?

Accepted Answer

Make sure it is unloaded and the chamber is clear

Answer

Engage the safety only

Answer

Remove the magazine but leave the chamber

Answer

Fire one round to clear it

Question 6

Why should you be sure of your target and what is beyond it before firing?

Accepted Answer

Because a bullet can pass through or miss and harm others

Answer

To save ammunition

Answer

To improve your aim

Answer

Because the law requires a warning shot first

Question 7

What is the safest way to carry a holstered firearm in public for self-defence?

Accepted Answer

Concealed and secured, with the trigger guard covered

Answer

Loose in a jacket pocket

Answer

Tucked into the waistband without a holster

Answer

Held in the hand at all times

Question 8

Who is legally responsible for the safekeeping of a licensed firearm?

Accepted Answer

The licence holder

Answer

The dealer who sold it

Answer

SAPS

Answer

Any adult in the household