Basic Safety Firearms For Hunters

Every year, hundreds of hunting accidents occur throughout America; just ask Vice President Cheyney. Many of these accidents can be avoided by practicing some basic gun safety techniques.

Basic Safety Firearms For Hunters

1. Know your weapon

If your weapon comes with the owner's manual, read it from front to back. Practice dismantling your weapon and checking it carefully. If you know what your weapons are like, you will quickly recognize the presence of weapons abnormalities in the field. If you drop a weapon or fall while carrying it, separate it and check for damage. Make sure the slides operate smoothly. If you have doubts about the integrity of your rifle, don't shoot.

Educate yourself about the ammunition you choose to use. The .22 caliber fired from the rifle can travel two and a half miles. This knowledge is needed to arrange safe shots.

2. Transporting weapons

Always keep your weapon from being lowered until you are ready to shoot. If you are going to climb to a new location, lower the load before starting. Store the rifle and ammunition separately and, if possible, keep the storage container locked. Never carry a loaded rifle in your vehicle or ATV.

3. See your prey

When looking at the shot you want, there are many things to consider before pulling the trigger. Never shoot targets that are partially obscured. Identify your prey completely before even taking up arms to take pictures. If you have doubts about what's moving, control your excitement and wait until the target can be fully visualized. Never hunt after dusk or before dawn.

Know what lies ahead and behind your target before shooting. Don't shoot at animals that appear on the top of a hill and near the top of a hill because you cannot identify what might be behind your target. If your game is near water, rocks or buildings, remember that bullets can bounce off hard surfaces. Don't use the scope of the gun to see your game. Use your binoculars first, and then if the shot is clear, move to the scope.

4. Treat your weapons as if they were loaded at any time

Never look under the barrel of a gun for any reason. Keep your snout away from yourself and others at all times. Learn and use various carrier positions that are safe to transport your rifle in the field.

5. Keep your head clear

Never hunt or hold a weapon if you have alcohol or drugs that can damage your judgment. Even sleeping pills the night before can affect your reflexes during the day. Get plenty of rest the night before the trip and go home early if you feel sleepy.

Looking for big money or fat birds can be fun. It is important to keep your head level at all times and not let your emotions blur your judgment. Don't let yourself act without thinking about actions to determine whether it is safe first.

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6. Wear your safety equipment

Bring along eye protection and use before taking pictures. Include safety orange in your choice of head gear and upper body clothing. This helps other hunters in the area distinguish you from prey.

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