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No matter what situation you are in, safety is of utmost importance and the only way to ensure safety is to follow the rules. Shooting is one of the safest sports to participate in if these rules are followed. Studies have shown that it is safer than football, basketball, netball and even ping-pong! Always remember to observe and follow the firearm safety rules. You should always insist that other shooters do the same and politely correct any deviation from these rules immediately.
The Ten Commandments of Safety
- Treat every gun with the respect due a loaded gun.
- Carry only empty guns, taken down or with the action open, into your car, camp and home.
- Always be sure that the barrel and action are clear of obstructions.
- Always carry your gun so that you can control the direction of the muzzle.
- Be sure of your target before you pull the trigger.
- Never point a gun at anything you do not want to shoot.
- Never leave your gun unattended unless you unload it first.
- Never climb a tree or a fence with a loaded gun.
- Never shoot at a flat, hard surface or the surface of water.
- Do not mix gunpowder and alcohol.
Firearm Safety - Basic Fundamentals
- Never have in your possession a firearm that is loaded, unless you are holding it and ready to shoot.
- Use only safely constructed firearms in sound condition and the correct ammunition.
- Always point the muzzle in a safe direction.
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