Trigger discipline
Trigger discipline means that you must not rest your finger on the trigger or within the trigger guard. Be very careful not to catch the trigger on anything while holstering. Only touch the trigger when you are aiming the gun at the target you are ready to shoot. Otherwise,you could shoot out your eyes or shoot yourself in the foot!
Targeting
When you’re preparing to fire, be aware of your surroundings and especially what is in the area of and behind your target. Collateral damage is a risk whenever your full attention falters. Every round you fire is your responsibility, regardless of what it hits. Shooting at metal objects will cause ricochets and unpredictable damage to nearby people and objects. These points apply to all forms of shooting: target, hunting,and self-defense.
Shooting in the air can lead to devastating consequences. As the bullet falls, it has almost the same force as when it was fired, so celebrating with firearms is never wise.
Firearms storage
Keep both the weapon and the clip ammunition out of children’s reach. A gun should be on your person or locked away when there is any possibility of children or other untrusted people around.
Firearms and ammunition must never be left unattended or within children’s reach. Always store your guns locked up so that no one can use them without your direct permission. When storing a weapon, always remember to empty it and keep the ammo in a safe place as well.
Trigger or chamber locks can be used as well, although passing anything through the trigger guard conflicts with the rule against doing that until ready to shoot.
Final Thoughts
As you can see, owning and caring for your firearms means caring for everyone around them, everywhere. Follow these principles and you will enjoy them safely and happily.
— Jay Chambers is a Texas business owner, archer, shooter and survivalist. He believes in free speech, resiliency and self-sufficiency in an increasingly unpredictable world.
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