Golden Rules
What is the universal cardinal rule of firearm safety?
Treat all firearms as if they are loaded
What are the 3 main parts of a pistol?
Action, Barrel, Frame
Demonstrate a method to determine eye dominance
Answer will vary
Name 2 types of hearing protection
Earplugs, Earmuffs, Canal Caps
8 years old (as of Jan 1)
What is the 4-H Safety Acronym?
M.A.T
What are the 2 parts of the frame
Grip and trigger guard
What do you do if Cease Fire is called?
Make firearm safe and step away from shooting line
Name 2 pistol types
Single Shot (Break Action), Single/Double Action Revolver, Semi-Auto, bolt-action pistol, Muzzleloading pistol
What is more important in 4-H Shooting Sports, learning or competing?
Learning
What is M.A.T?
Muzzle - always in a safe direction
Action - open until ready to shoot
Trigger - finger off trigger until ready to shoot
Name 2 parts of the barrel
Muzzle, Front Sight, Rear Sight, Breach
Why do we shoot at blank targets to start?
To practice proper form and focus on technique without focus on a target
Name 3 action types
Single, Double, break, semi-auto
What is the objective of 4-H Shooting Sports?
Positive Youth Development
What is the safety of any firearm's muzzle?
Never let your muzzle cross/point at anything you are unwilling to shoot/destroy.
Name 3 parts of firearm actions
Bolt, Chamber, Safety, Charging Lever, Trigger, Firing Pin.
What PPE is needed for shooting?
Safety glasses and hearing protection (rimfire only)
.22
What target types are not allowed?
Humanoid and explosive
If the safety is on, can you violate other safety rules?
What are the components of cartridge ammo?
Case, primer, powder, bullet
Name 2 pistol shooting positions
Supported at bench, Two Handed Standing, Thumb-Lock grip, Palm-Rest grip, Single Hand Standing
Who is reasonable for your safety on the range?
Range officer and yourself
What do we not call rifles, pistols, etc?
Weapons