Range Safety Rules are typically the same no matter where you go shooting. The point of the rules is simple, ensure your safety and the safety of those around you by practicing safe handling of your firearm.
- All firearms must be holstered or cased in unloaded condition while going to or from the range.
- Eye and ear protection MUST be put on before and during the use of the range.
- Always keep firearms pointed in a safe direction.
- Always keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot.
- Always keep the action open and firearm unloaded with magazines removed until ready to fire.
- Use only the correct ammunition for your firearm.
- No open toed or open heel shoes are allowed. Shooters much have appropriate footwear in order to enter the range areas.
- Know and understand the operating mechanism and safety features of your firearm.
- Un-case or un-holster firearms in the shooting booth ONLY. Never handle firearms behind the firing line.
- If you have brought more than one firearm, use only one at a time. When finished, case the unloaded firearm and its ammunition before un-casing the next one.
- Upon the command "CEASE FIRE", stop all shooting immediately, put down your firearm and back away from the firing line. Do NOT re-approach the firing line or pick up your firearm until the "All Clear" signal is given.
- Never use alcohol or drugs before or while shooting.
- No food, drink, gum or tobacco is permitted inside the range. Wash your hands each time you leave the range and before smoking, eating or drinking.
- If you observe an unsafe condition, report it to a Range Safety Officer immediately.
- For any firearm or ammunition problems, keep the weapon pointed down range, remain in your booth and signal a Range Safety Officer for assistance by raising your non-shooting hand.
- Act responsibly at all times. Foul language, horseplay or any other unsafe activity will not be tolerated, and will be cause for the participant(s) to be ejected from the facility.
