Tuesday 24 July 2012

Safety Tips for the Shooting Range




Safety Tips for the Shooting Range

In a previous post I discussed the importance of quality practice time on the shooting range. Today, I want to discuss the importance of firearm safety on the shooting range.
One of the biggest mistakes a shooter can make is to assume everyone at the shooting range knows how to handle a firearm safely. It is imperative to maintain a heightened sense of awareness anytime you are around firearms and the shooting range is no exception! While enjoying the excitement of putting your rounds on target and concentrating on your fundamental shooting skills, it is easy to lose focus of your surroundings. Unfortunately, that is when someone who doesn’t have solid firearm safety habits can do something foolish and hurtthemselves or someone around them – maybe even you.
Here are just a few suggestions on how to keep yourself and your shooting party safe while at the shooting range:

  • Everyone on the range is a Safety Officer! If you observe a shooter handling their firearm in an unsafe manner, immediately notify range management.
  • Make sure you are familiar with all range rules. Yes, these are pretty standard from range to range but you never want to assume that they will be the same.
  • Both eye protection and ear protection should be worn at all times.
  • Firearms should remain unloaded at all times unless you are at a firing station preparing to engage your target.
  • Always keep the firearm pointed in a safe direction. (DOWN RANGE)
  • Keep finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot.
  • Know your target and what is behind it.
  • Firearms should not be handled in any way while shooters are down range.
  • Shooting and alcohol never mix. There should never be any kind of alcohol on the shooting range and if you see any kind of alcohol you should immediately contact range management or report it to the authorities.
These are just a few simple guidelines to help keep you and your shooting party safe at the shooting range. Again, always be aware of your surroundings and if you see something unsafe happening you need to report it right away. SAFETY IS PARAMOUNT!!!!  

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