Four primary safety rules, safe carries, muzzle control, loading, unloading, and cleaning.
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- What is the first universal firearm safety rule?
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Treat every firearm as if it is loaded- What is the second universal firearm safety rule?
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Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction at all times- What is the third universal firearm safety rule?
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Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot- What is the fourth universal firearm safety rule?
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Be sure of your target and what is beyond it- What is a shoulder carry?
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The firearm rests on your shoulder with the stock under your arm and muzzle pointing forward and up- What is a cradle carry?
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The firearm rests on your forearm with your hand near the trigger guard and muzzle pointing forward and slightly downward- What is a two-handed carry?
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You hold the firearm with both hands, one on the stock and one on the forearm, muzzle pointing downward- What is the muzzle-up carry position?
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The firearm is held at an angle with the muzzle pointing upward and away from people- When using a ready carry, where does the firearm point?
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The muzzle points forward and slightly downward, with your finger off the trigger- What is the trail carry used for?
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Walking through brush or rough terrain, with the firearm in one hand and muzzle pointing behind or downward- How do you carry a firearm with a sling?
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The sling supports the firearm on your shoulder with the muzzle pointing upward or safely to the side- What direction should a firearm muzzle never point?
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Never point a firearm at a person, whether loaded or unloaded- What is muzzle sweeping?
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Moving the firearm muzzle across a person or object, a dangerous and unsafe practice- What should you check before picking up a firearm?
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Check that the chamber is empty and the action is open- Where is the safety located on most firearms?
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On or near the trigger guard or receiver, typically above or behind the trigger
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