Firearm Safety
Own it? Respect it. Secure it. Here, Dr. Tape will share some tips on safely and securely storing firearms. Let's do our part to prioritize gun safety in our homes by following the Project ChildSafe initiative.
Gun Safety Rules
Firearm education and safety is paramount.
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.
NRA rules for safe gun handling
- ALWAYS Keep The Gun Pointed In A Safe Direction
- Keep Your Finger Off The Trigger Until Ready To Shoot
- Keep The Gun Unloaded Until Ready To Use
When using or storing a gun, always follow these additional NRA rules:
- Know your target and what is beyond.
- Know how to use the gun safely.
Be sure the gun is safe to operate:
- Use only the correct ammunition for your gun.
- Wear eye and ear protection as appropriate.
- Never use alcohol, over-the-counter drugs, or prescription drugs before or while shooting.
- Store guns so they are not accessible to unauthorized persons.
- Additional Safety Precautions
- Cleaning
