If you store
firearms in your home make sure they are safely stored. Here are some tips for
general gun safety.
There are basic
gun safety rules for gun owners to understand and practice at all times:
Treat all guns
as if they are loaded. Always assume that a gun is loaded even if you think it
is unloaded. Every time a gun is handled for any reason, check to see that it
is unloaded. If you are unable to check a gun to see if it is unloaded, leave
it alone and seek help from someone more knowledgeable about guns. Always clear
the chamber first!
Keep your gun
pointed in a safe direction. Always be aware of where a gun is pointing. A
"safe direction" is one where an accidental discharge of the gun will
not cause injury or damage. Only point a gun at an object you intend to shoot.
Never point a gun toward yourself or another person. Keep your finger
off the trigger until you are ready to shoot. Always keep your finger off the
trigger and outside the trigger guard until you are ready to shoot.
Even though it
may be comfortable to rest your finger on the trigger, it also is unsafe. If
you are moving around with your finger on the trigger and stumble or fall, you
could inadvertently pull the trigger. Sudden loud noises or movements can
result in an accidental discharge because there is a natural tendency to
tighten the muscles when startled. The trigger is for firing and the handle is
for handling.
Know your
target, its surroundings and beyond. Check that the areas in front of and
behind your target are safe before shooting. Be aware that if the bullet misses
or completely passes through the target, it could strike a person or object.
Identify the target and make sure it is what you intend to shoot.
Any time you are
in doubt, DON'T SHOOT! Never fire at a target that is only a movement, color,
sound or unidentifiable shape. Be aware of all the people around you before you
shoot.
Know how to
properly operate your gun. It is important to become thoroughly familiar with
your gun. You should know its mechanical characteristics including how to
properly load, unload and clear a malfunction from your gun. Obviously, not all
guns are mechanically the same.
Never assume
that what applies to one make or model is exactly applicable to another. You
should direct questions regarding the operation of your gun to your firearms
dealer, or contact the manufacturer directly.
Store your gun
safely and securely to prevent unauthorized use.
Guns and
ammunition should be stored separately. When the gun is not in your hands, you
must still think of safety. Use an approved firearms safety device on the gun,
such as a trigger lock or cable lock, so it cannot be fired. Store it unloaded
in a locked container, such as an approved lock box or a gun safe. Store your
gun in a different location than the ammunition.
For maximum
safety you should use both a locking device and a storage container.
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