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NRA RSO course v2

Based on a previous version of NRA course materials

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What is the goal of the NRA Basic Range Safety Officer Course? To develop NRA Certified Range Safety Officers (RSOs) who possess the knowledge, skills, and attitude essential to organizing, conducting, and supervising safe shooting activities and range operations.
What is the minimum age to become an NRA Range Safety Officer? 21 years old or older.
What is the minimum score required to pass the RSO examination? 90% or higher.
What is the RSO's primary role on the range? To supervise shooting activities as prescribed by the range Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
What is the primary purpose of having an RSO on the firing line? To provide direct supervision to ensure shooters follow range regulations (SOPs) to prevent personal injury and property damage.
Who develops the range Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)? The Chief Range Safety Officer (CRSO)
What are the four main components of a range SOP? 1. Organizational Information 2. Range Capabilities 3. Range Operations 4. Emergency Response Plans.
What are the three fundamental NRA rules for safe gun handling? 1. ALWAYS keep the gun pointed in a safe direction. 2. ALWAYS keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot. 3. ALWAYS keep the gun unloaded until ready to use.
Who can shout the command 'Cease firing!'? Anyone observing an unsafe condition.
What is the general range rule for actions while people are downrange? Do not handle a gun or stand at the firing line where guns are present while others are downrange.
What are the four categories of shooting range rules? 1. NRA Gun Safety Rules 2. General Range Rules 3. Site-Specific Range Rules 4. Administrative Rules.
What is the purpose of a Range Safety Briefing? To prepare shooters to safely and efficiently participate in a particular shooting event.
What are the five standard topics for a Range Safety Briefing? PRRFE 1. Purpose of the Shooting Event 2. Range Layout and Limits 3. Range Safety Rules 4. Firing Line Commands 5. Emergency Procedures.
What are the five standard steps for an emergency procedure? TCRDT 1. Take charge of the situation. 2. Call for help (if required). 3. Render aid (within scope of training). 4. Direct medical help to the location. 5. Take notes (Reports).
What is the first command an RSO should give in a major emergency? Cease firing
Define a 'Stoppage' (firearm). An unintentional interruption in the operational cycle of a gun that can be cleared quickly
Define a 'Malfunction' (firearm). A failure of a gun or ammunition to function as designed (or fire satisfactorily). It requires the gun to be repaired to function properly.
What is a 'Misfire'? An ammunition malfunction where the gun does nothing when the trigger is pulled (you only hear a click).
What is a 'Hangfire'? A perceptible delay in the ignition of a cartridge after the primer has been struck by the firing pin.
What is a 'Squib Load'? An ammunition malfunction where less than normal pressure develops
What is the procedure for a Misfire or Hangfire? Keep the gun pointed downrange and wait. (Wait at least 30 seconds for modern firearms or 2 minutes for muzzleloaders).
What is the procedure for a Squib Load? Stop firing immediately
How should a shooter on the firing line signal for RSO assistance? The shooter raises their non-shooting hand for assistance.
What is meant by the rule 'a loaded gun never leaves the firing line'? Guns with a live round (or projectile) in the chamber or magazine must not be removed from the line. A gunsmith may need to come to the firing line to clear it.
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