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The Ten Commandments of Firearm Safety

  • Keep muzzle pointed in safe direction.
  • Treat every firearm with the respect due a loaded firearm.
  • Be sure of the target and what is in front of it and beyond it.
  • Keep your finger outside the trigger guard until ready to shoot.
  • Check your barrel and ammunition.
  • Unload firearms when not in use.
  • Point a firearm only at something you intend to shoot.
  • Don’t run, jump or climb with a loaded firearm.
  • Store firearms and ammunition separately and safely.
  • Avoid alcoholic beverages before and during shooting.
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