CFSC Shooting Fundamentals & Range Safety

Question 1

What is the primary goal of range safety rules?

Accepted Answer

To ensure safe handling and prevent accidents.

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To increase the speed of shooting.

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To allow more people to use the range.

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To create competition among shooters.

Question 2

When should you wear ear and eye protection on the shooting range?

Accepted Answer

At all times when on the shooting range.

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Only when shooting handguns.

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Only when shooting rifles.

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When shooting at long distances.

Question 3

What is the proper stance when shooting a firearm?

Accepted Answer

Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and lean slightly forward.

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Stand with feet together and lean back.

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Stand with feet spread wide and lean back.

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Stand on one leg for better balance.

Question 4

What should you do before firing a firearm?

Accepted Answer

Ensure the firearm is pointed in a safe direction and the safety is off.

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Check the target for accuracy.

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Ensure the firearm is loaded.

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Check if anyone is in the way.

Question 5

How should a firearm be stored when not in use on the range?

Accepted Answer

Place the firearm on a gun rack or in a secured container.

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Leave the firearm on the shooting table.

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Place the firearm in the car.

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Store the firearm loaded.

Question 6

What should you do if a firearm misfires?

Accepted Answer

Wait 30 seconds, then safely clear the malfunction.

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Immediately open the firearm and inspect the chamber.

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Shoot again immediately.

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Remove the magazine and continue shooting.

Question 7

How should you safely handle a firearm when loading it?

Accepted Answer

Keep the firearm pointed in a safe direction and ensure the safety is on.

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Point the firearm at your target and load it.

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Load the firearm without checking the direction.

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Point the firearm at the ground while loading.

Question 8

What should you do if you need to handle a firearm while others are shooting nearby?

Accepted Answer

Ensure the firearm is unloaded and pointed in a safe direction.

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Handle the firearm as quickly as possible.

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Point the firearm at the ground.

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Ask the other shooters to stop.

Question 9

What is the first step in firearm safety?

Accepted Answer

Treat every firearm as if it is loaded.

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Ensure the firearm is clean.

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Load the firearm only when ready to shoot.

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Check the firearm’s safety.