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

The cardinal rule is to treat every firearm as if it is loaded, even when you believe it is empty. This single habit prevents most negligent discharges.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Off the trigger and along the frame

Answer

Keep your finger off the trigger and straight along the frame or slide until your sights are on the target and you have decided to fire.

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

The Firearms Control Act requires firearms to be stored in a safe, strong-room or device that meets the prescribed SABS standard to prevent loss or theft.

Question 4

In which direction should the muzzle always be pointed?

Accepted Answer

In a safe direction where it would cause no harm

Answer

Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction so that, if the firearm discharged unexpectedly, no person would be injured.

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

Before cleaning, storing or handing over a firearm, remove the magazine and physically and visually confirm the chamber is empty.

Firearm Competency Test

Firearm Competency Test

Firearm Competency Safe Handling and Storage