Introduction -- The anatomy of your firearms -- Ammunition -- What to wear shooting -- Protecting your hearing -- Protecting your eyesight -- Safe gun handling -- Safe gun loading -- Safe handling : ranges & competitions -- Shooting in the open -- Cleaning your firearms -- Firearms storage -- Safety devices for firearms -- Safely transporting your firearms -- NRA training opportunities.
Summary:
"Safety is fundamental to all shooting activities. Whether you're practicing at the range, hunting in the field, or cleaning your gun in your workshop, the rules of firearms safety always apply. In this useful and practical guidebook from the National Rifle Association, you'll learn every facet of firearms safety, including how to: safely handle a gun in all situations; safely load a handgun, rifle, shotgun, or muzzleloader; safely handle a firearm when at the range or in a competition; shoot in the open; clean your firearms; store your firearms; transport your firearms by automobile or plane; correctly choose safety devices for your gun; choose the proper clothing when shooting; protect your hearing and eyesight; and much, much more." -- Provided by publisher.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.