The Ten Commandments of Firearm Safety
1. ALWAYS treat every
gun as if it were loaded
2. ALWAYS keep the
gun pointed in a safe direction
3. ALWAYS keep your
finger off the trigger until ready to shoot
4. ALWAYS keep the
gun unloaded until ready to use
5. ALWAYS be sure
the gun is safe to operate and the barrel is clear of any obstruction
6. ALWAYS use proper-made
ammunition for your gun
7. ALWAYS know your
target
8. ALWAYS wear ear
and eye protection when shooting
9. ALWAYS store
your gun and ammunition in separate locked containers, so they are secure
and not accessible to unauthorized
persons.
10. NEVER use alcohol
or drugs before or during handling of a gun.