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Firearm Safety Knowledge Test
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Firearm Safety Knowledge Test
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25 Questions

1. What is the purpose of wearing ear and eye protection while shooting?
2. What is the proper placement of your finger when not ready to shoot?
3. What should you do with your firearm when crossing obstacles such as fences?
4. What is the primary reason for using a mechanical safety on a firearm?
5. Which of the following is an important aspect of firearm safety?
6. Where should firearms be stored when not in use?
7. Why should you avoid pointing a firearm at something you don’t intend to shoot?
8. What should you do if you notice someone mishandling a firearm?
9. What should you do if you’re unsure how to handle a particular firearm?
10. What should you do if a firearm accidentally falls?
11. What should you do if you encounter a misfire?
12. What should you do if you encounter a squib load (a bullet that doesn’t exit the barrel)?
13. What should you avoid doing while handling firearms?
14. Which of the following is a proper way to store ammunition?
15. What should you do if you suspect a firearm is loaded?
16. What should you always assume about a firearm?
17. What is the primary purpose of sighting-in a firearm?
18. What should you avoid wearing while shooting to maintain safety?
19. What is the first rule of firearm safety?
20. When should you use alcohol or drugs while handling firearms?
21. When is it acceptable to use your firearm for a prank or joke?
22. What should you do with your finger when aiming at your target?
23. What is the primary purpose of a gun lock?
24. When should you clean your firearm?
25. What should you avoid doing while shooting at a target?