4. Basic Firearm Safety Flashcards
Describe four situations that constitute a dangerous background when shooting
hard surfaces or water that could cause the bullet to ricochet, building, targets on the top of a hill, and people ahead of you
Should you use a scope to glass the terrain, and locate and identify your target?
Never use the scope as a substitute for binoculars to identify persons, animals, or objects.
Can the safety mechanism on your firearm be relied upon?
Is it safe to accepted a loaded firearm from a friend?
No - Firearms should be unloaded before you pass them to anymore or anytime it leaves your hands. When possible leave the action open
Is it best practice for 3 friends with different caliber rifles to transport their ammunition on the dash of a pick up truck?
No - it is not safe. Firearms AND ammunition should be kept out of sight when transporting
