HSC Self Test
The four safety rules for kids if they see a gun are: 1. 2. 3. 4.
1. Stop 2. Don't touch 3. Leave the area 4. Tell an adult
What are the six basic gun safety rules? 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
1. Treat all guns as if they are loaded 2. Keep the gun pointed in the safest possible direction 3. Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot 4. Know your target, its surroundings and beyond 5. Know how to properly operate your gun 6. Store your gun safely and securely to prevent unauthorized use. Guns and ammunition should be stored separately
After ensuring a double-action revolver is pointed in a safe direction and with your finger off the trigger, you begin unloading the handgun by: A. Releasing the cylinder latch B. Removing the cylinder C. Swinging out the cylinder D. Pushing the magazine release
A
A magazine is a part of a: A. Single-action revolver B. Double-action revolver C. Semiautomatic pistol D. Single-action and double-action revolver
C
Firearm or ammunition caliber refers to: A. Barrel length B. Magazine capacity C. Barrel or bullet diameter D. Bullet velocity
C
The two most common types of handguns are: A. Single-action and double action revolvers B. Semiautomatic revolvers and pistols C. Semiautomatic and automatic pistols D. Revolvers and semiautomatic pistols
D
Which of the following safety points should you remember when handling a gun? A. Never shoot a gun in celebration B. Do not fire at water, flat or hard surfaces C. Wear ear and eye protection when shooting a gun D. All of the above
D
Which of the following steps should be taken to "childproof" your handgun? A. Use a firearms safety device AND store the firearm in a locked container B. Always store your firearm unloaded C. Store ammunition separately in a locked container D. All of the above
D
Child safety precautions only apply if you have children (True or False)
False
Drinking alcohol while handling firearms is safe if your blood alcohol level remains below the legal limit (True or False)
False
It is safe to store a loaded handgun in your bedside table (True or False)
False
A safe practice when handling a gun is to rest your finger on the outside of the trigger guard or along the side of the gun until you are ready to shoot (True or False)
True
An important lesson children should learn is that guns are not toys (True or False)
True
Certain modifications, when made to a firearm, may void its warranty (True or False)
True
Generally, a person may legally have a loaded handgun, if otherwise lawful, at his or her campsite (True or False)
True
It is illegal for a person convicted of any felony offense to possess a firearm (True or False)
True
It is illegal to buy, sell or possess a handgun knowing its identification marks have been erased or altered (True or False)
True
It is illegal to lend a handgun to a minor without the permission of the minor's parent or legal guardian (True or False)
True
It is important to carefully read all instructional material you receive with your handgun (True or False)
True
Just because a cartridge fits into your firearm does not necessarily mean it is safe to shoot (True or False)
True
The importance of the "dangerous range" is that a bullet can travel far beyond the intended target (True or False)
True
The safety on a semiautomatic pistol is not foolproof (True or False)
True
There is no such thing as being too careful with children and guns (True or False)
True
To "know your target, its surroundings and beyond," you must consider that if the bullet misses or completely passes through the target, it could strike a person or object (True or False)
True
To legally give a firearm to your best friend as a birthday gift, your must complete the transfer of the firearm through a licensed firearms dealer (True or False)
True
Two common firearms safety devices are trigger locks and cable locks (True or False)
True
When not using a gun, use a firearms safety device and store the gun in a locked container (True or False)
True
You may face misdemeanor or felony charges if you keep a loaded firearm where a child obtains and improperly uses it (True or False)
True