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NRA Basic RSO Course

NRA Basic RSO Course questions and answers

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Action for a loud and disruptive shooter If a shooter refuses to lower their voice follow the instructions in the Range SOPs
Examples of a Stoppage 1. Fired case stove-piped in a semi-automatic pistol. 2. Double feed in a pump-action shotgun. 3. Failure of the cylinder to rotate in a revolver.
Definition: Hang Fire A perceptible delay in the ignition of a cartridge after the primer has been struck by the firing pin
Who can call a Cease Fire? Anyone
How to move a firearm (General Range Safety Rule) Keep the firearm clear (action open unloaded) with the muzzle pointed in a safe direction
Definition: Stoppage An unintentional interruption in the cycle of operation
When may a shooter go forward of the firing line? After all firearms are unloaded and grounded/benched
How are smoking food and drink regulated? Regulated by the Range SOPs
Rule for shooters in Ready Area during target changes
Procedure for a stoppage the shooter cannot clear 1. Talk the shooter through it. 2. Demonstrate how to clear it
Most important element of firearm safety Attitude
Procedure for unloading an unfamiliar firearm 1. Ask for owner’s manual. 2. Ask if anyone else knows operation. 3. Point downrange
Primary NRA Safe Gun Handling Rule Always keep the gun pointed in a safe direction
Definition: Squib Load Less than normal pressure/velocity; the bullet may fail to exit the barrel
Is First-Aid Training required for RSOs? It is highly recommended and regulated by Range SOPs
Rule to check before every shot Know your target and what is beyond it
Where are Hygiene Guidelines found? In the General Range Rules
General guidelines for unloading a long gun Point in a safe direction
Primary role of an RSO To supervise shooting activities as prescribed by Range SOPs
Response to command Unload Show Clear Shooter unloads
Purpose of a Range Safety Briefing To prepare shooters to safely and efficiently participate in the event
Meaning of a raised flag at the firing line The range is in use; do not go downrange without checking with RSO
Requirements for NRA Competition Range Officer Follow the NRA Rule Book for the competition and the Range SOP
How to take a loaded/malfunctioning firearm from a shooter Approach from side (control)
Purpose of RSO on the firing line Maintain order
Safety rules for loading a muzzleloader Body away from muzzle
Procedure for a muzzleloader misfire Wait 2 minutes
Procedure for a live round stuck in the chamber Keep muzzle downrange and call a gunsmith
Procedure for a broken/malfunctioning firearm Unload and recommend it be taken to a competent gunsmith
Guides used for inspecting the range The NRA Range Manual and Range SOPs
Action upon hearing Cease Fire Stop shooting immediately
Items included in a Range Briefing Purpose
What does an SOP contain? Day-to-day details: security
RSO action for serious injury Call Cease Fire
What to do if in doubt about range rules Refer to Range SOPs
RSO position during live firing On the firing line where they can best observe shooters
Items to check to ensure firearm is unloaded Action
Difference between CRSO and RSO CRSO has additional training to develop SOPs and conduct RSO courses
Safety rules for Air Guns and BB Guns Same safety rules and regulations as firearms
Definition: Misfire The cartridge does not fire at all
Procedure for passing a firearm Unload
Who is responsible for equipment on the range? The owner of the firearm and equipment
Purpose of an Emergency Plan Minimize confusion
Frequency of RSO range inspections Before opening
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