Rules To Use Guns Safely

For people who own firearms, the most important thing is to be able to use firearms safely and prevent accidents caused by wrong use, so we will now tell you some rules about how to use firearms safely.

Rule 1: Assume Your Gun is Always Loaded

Even if your friend has offered his gun to you to use to fire down range, and he checked it and handed it to you empty, you must check for yourself to see if the gun is clear. Any time a gun was previously out of your control, you should check it again yourself to see if it is loaded.

Rule 2: Always Point Your Gun Out of Harm's Way

This is pretty self-explanatory, but one of the most important rules. When at ease and handling your gun, never point it at anything that you aren't willing to shoot. Total awareness of where the end of your gun is at all times must be your goal.

Rule 3: Finger Off The Trigger

If you aren't about to shoot anything with your gun, your finger should not be anywhere near the trigger. Keep it outside the trigger guard, and only when you are ready to fire a round should you place your finger inside the trigger guard and on the trigger. It is all too easy for your finger to accidently slip and pull on something without your intention.

Rule 4: Know Your Target

When it is time to fire your gun, be aware of your target. Know what is behind your target and be aware if anything gets in front of it. Always be aware of your surroundings.

Rule 5: Check Your Ammo

If your gun isn't using the right ammunition, it is at risk for misfiring and potentially causing an explosion. Use only the ammo your gun requires. The manual that came with your gun should state the proper ammunition recommended by the manufacturer.

Rule 6: Don't Rely on Safety Mechanisms Alone

Gun manufacturers have many different safety mechanisms in place on modern firearms that make it difficult to fire off a round accidentally. But just because these mechanisms are there doesn't mean you should rely solely on them. Always treat your firearm as if there were no safety mechanisms, and that you must be extremely careful when handling it. It will be in the moment that you don't do this in which accidents will occur.

Rule 7: Know Your Gun 

Take your gun apart, and then put it back together. Clean it inside and out. Get familiar with all the different parts and mechanisms that make up your firearm. The more familiar you are with your gun, the more confident you can be when using it. When something goes wrong with your gun, you will be able to diagnose the problem right away, then seeking professional care or solving the issue yourself.