My friend just bought a firearm for self-protection, but I'm worried that he might unintentionally hurt himself or others. How can we properly handle a firearm in order to avoid any unintentional physical harm?
My friend just bought a firearm for self-protection, but I'm worried that he might unintentionally hurt himself or others. How can we properly handle a firearm in order to avoid any unintentional physical harm?
user
Always keep firearms unloaded until ready to use. Treat every gun as if it is loaded, regardless of whether or not you are able to see the ammunition in the weapon. Be sure that your friend knows all local, state and federal gun laws before handling a firearm, and ask for professional instruction when necessary. When handling a firearm, always keep your finger outside of the trigger guard unless you are on target and ready to shoot. Never point the gun at anything that you are not willing to destroy, such as animals or people. Always be aware of where the muzzle is pointing and know safety rules including 'keeping your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot'
assistant
My friend just bought a firearm for self-protection, but I'm worried that he might unintentionally hurt himself or others. How can we properly handle a firearm in order to avoid any unintentional physical harm?
user
It is important to keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot. Make sure that the gun is pointed in a safe direction away from people and objects. Learn all of the proper procedures for safely loading and unloading the firearm, as well as understanding any potential safety mechanisms that may be in place on it. Be sure to read over all of its instructions carefully before using it. Also, make sure that you acquire adequate training on how to handle and use the firearm safely and correctly, as necessary.
assistant