2. Always Point the Muzzle in a Safe
Direction!
When the gun is in your hand you ARE "Pointing the Muzzle" and you
are responsible for the direction that the Muzzle is Pointed until you
put it down. Pointing Muzzle is not the same as "Aiming".
Aiming is what you do for a short time when you are sure of your target
and what is beyond it. Pointing Muzzle is a continuing process of FOCUS
and AWARENESS and possible adjustment of position from the time that
you pick up the gun, until you put it down. Always Point the
Muzzle in a Safe Direction applies to all guns at all times including
"unloaded" guns.
3. Be Sure of your Target and what is
Beyond It!
Know where your shot may go if you miss your target. Know where
the bullet
will go if it ricochets or if it penetrates the target. Be aware of
anything that could move into the line of fire.
Be sure of your target before you put your finger on the trigger. This
requires knowledge of the target, environment, your skills, your
equipment. Acquire this through study, analysis, &
training.
For further study in Firearms Handling, go to:
http://USC.training/family.html
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