Quiz 3 Flashcards
If you are out hunting and you have made the decision to fire. Which of the 7 rules is most important at this point?
Identify your target beyond all doubt, rule 4
When should you unload your firearm?
When you leave your hunting or shooting area
When crossing a fence or similar obstacle
When about to store or transport your firearm
When you come to a hut or camp area
Which of these statements about the safety catch is true?
It is one of several safety precautions you must take when handling firearms
What state should a firearm be in before you pass it to, or accept it from, anyone?
The safety (if fitted) must be on, the action open, magazine removed or empty, and the chamber is empty.
When you are using a firearm, what will your safety glasses primarily protect you from?
Ricochets and fragmentation
Many shooting incidents have happened around vehicles so it is important to maintain your firearm discipline. To keep safe around your vehicle, what are the most relevant rules for you to keep in mind?
Rule 1, treat every firearm as loaded
Rule 2, always point your firearm in a safe direction
Which situation is an unsafe practice?
Leaning your firearm against your car as you unpack your gear
Why should you be extra careful when carrying your firearm in thick vegetation?
To prevent the barrel from becoming blocked with twigs and dirt
The maximum magazine capacity for a non-prohibited shotgun is?
5 Cartridges
