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Safety first & always

Posted: Tue May 23, 2023 11:36 pm
by ggg
Safety is first & foremost in handling & storing firearms.

The 2 major causes of accidents:
  • Ignorance
  • Carelessness

The 3 NRA basic safety rules:
  • Always keep the gun pointed in a safe direction
  • Always keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot
  • Always keep the gun unloaded until ready to use

The 4 USCCA basic safety rules:
  • Treat all guns as though they are always loaded & always perform a clearance check every time you pick one up
  • Never point your gun at anything that you are not willing to destroy
  • Keep your finger off the trigger & outside the trigger guard until you are on target & have made the decision to shoot
  • Always be sure of your target & beyond