Firearms

Question 1

Safe Direction

Answer 1

Any direction whereby, should an unintentional discharge occur, no loss of life, no personal injury and minimal property damage will occur

Question 2

Components of a cartridge

Answer 2

• Projectile (bullet)
• Powder
• Primer
• Casing

Question 3

Pistol Firing Sequence

Answer 3

• Fire
• Extract
• Eject
• Feed

Question 4

Proving Safe

Answer 4

• Check for source of ammunition (and remove)
• Draw into tuck & isosceles
• Rack x3
• visually/physically inspect chamber/feed path
• Transfer to support hand, inspect bore
• Transfer to weapon hand, rack, and holster
• Sweep and tug into interview stance

Question 5

Five Shooting Fundamentals

Answer 5

• Stance
• Grip
• Sight Alignment/ Sight Picture
• Trigger Manipulation
• Follow through

Question 6

Shooting for ___ incapacitation

Answer 6

Rapid

Question 7

Causes of Stoppages

Answer 7

S - shooter
A - ammunition
M - mechanical

Question 8

Firearms safety Rules

Answer 8

• Handle all firearms as loaded
• Be aware of your muzzle direction at all times
• Keep your finger off the trigger until you intend to fire
• Be certain of your target and surroundings