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Handgun/Rimfire Range and Safety Rulesof theCuero Sportsman Club Section 1 – General Safety Rules1.1 Always keep the muzzle of a firearm pointed in a safe direction. This is the most important rule of firearm safety. “Muzzling” and an accidental discharge could cause serious injury to yourself or others. Make it a habit to know where your firearm’s muzzle is pointed at all times, even when it is unloaded. When there is a need for someone to step in front of the firing line, such as placing or retrieving targets, long gun actions shall be opened and firearms placed in the vertical racks. Auto-loading pistols shall be placed in a safe condition by removing cartridge from the chamber; magazine removed, slide locked back, and placed on the bench. Revolvers shall have the cylinder open and placed on the bench .No handling of firearms until range has cleared and no one is in front of firing line. This will prevent anyone facing a firearm’s muzzle regardless of whether the firearm was cleared and action opened. Never point your firearm at anything you do not intend to shoot. Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot and it is safe to do so. Keep your finger completely out of the trigger guard when loading or unloading a firearm and never pull the trigger when the safety is engaged.1.4 Before shooting, identify you target and its surrounding area. Only paper and approved metal targets are to be used but only in close proximity to the berms. No glass, cans, plastic or other non-approved targets are allowed. Never fire in the direction where there is even the remotest possibility of a potential for a mishap.1.5 Every firearm is to be treated as if it were loaded and should be unloaded until ready to step up to a firing position.1.6 Use the proper ammunition. Check all ammunition before loading to make sure it matches exactly to your firearms requirements1.7 Eye and ear protection must be worn while shooting. Glasses should be rated to at least the?ANSI Z87.1 standard. Ear plugs or ear muffs should be in the NRR equivalent range of 31-33.1.8 Become very familiar with your firearm especially a new purchase or a different one that you are not accustomed to. 1.9 Any substance that adversely affects a person’s judgement and ability to perform in a safe manner is prohibited.1.10 Use of binary triggers and “bump stocks” are absolutely not allowed. Know the location of all shooters and non-shooters on your range. Downrange areas shall be checked before shooting begins. Non-shooters must remain in the safety zones which are generally regarded as behind the shooting station. The use of exploding targets (Tannerite) is strictly prohibited. If a misfire occurs, keep the firearms pointed safely downrange for a minimum of 30 seconds before removing cartridge from chamber. Do not dispose of this in waste containers. Hunting is expressly prohibited on these ranges.Section 2 – Specific Range Rules2.1 On the 50 yard short range, shooting is prohibited beyond the 50 yard marker. 2.2 Rimfire rifles are the only rifles allowed on these ranges. No center fire rifles are allowed. Handgun calibers are allowed except the 5.7x28mm. Magnum ammo should be used on paper targets only, not the steel targets.2.3 The 50 yard range is designed to be a variable distance range. Shooters can be positioned at many distances from the target. It is very important to be cognizant and respectful of others while on this range. If multiple shooters are on this range, then all shall be shooting from the same distance.2.4 Shotguns are prohibited on these ranges.2.5 Targets are not to be placed on the ranges except directly adjacent to the backstops/berms. Do not shoot at the side berms.2.6 Club property including furniture, carport covers, and target stands shall not be used as targets. Extra caution should be used when shooting at close proximity to targets to avoid ricochets.2.7 Use only paper or club authorized metal targets. When using these metal targets a 15 yard minimum shooting distance is required in order to avoid ricochets.2.8 Targets are to be removed from the holders and placed in the proper containers. 2.9 All trash is to be disposed of in the proper containers.2.10 All spent brass is to be picked up and disposed of in the proper containers that are marked so. 2.11 The use of full automatic firearms is expressly restricted to law enforcement personnel/ 2.12 Engagement of targets by tactical or other than conventional methods is prohibited.Section 3 – Administrative Range Rules3.1 Members are responsible for guests that accompany them on the club’s property. Guests are to be aware of all rules, regulations, and fees.3.2 Members and their accompanying guests must be signed in and fees paid before shooting.3.3 Your membership card provided at signup is to be displayed prominently on your person.3.4 Range officers control the range. 3.5 It is the responsibility of all members to see that the conduct on the ranges is in compliance with these rules.3.6 Pets are not allowed on the ranges without being under owner control (leash). All other animals both domestic and wild shall be encouraged to exit the property. Shooting at them is prohibited.3.7 Hours permitting entrance to property and shooting varies as to the time of year. Hours are posted on the front gate. Generally, hours are from 8:00 AM until sunset except on Sunday when it is 12:00 PM until sunset.3.8 Fires, open flames, or cooking appliances are prohibited except in designated areas.3.9 All members using the ranges are responsible to ensure these rules are followed and to report violations 3.10 No posting of signs or notices without the permission of the Executive Board.3.11 No construction, alterations, or modifications to the ranges or facilities is allowed unless approval is given by the Executive Board.3.12 Ensure that the front gate is secured and locked when entering and exiting club property. Do not leave the gate unsecured.3.13 Recreational vehicle use is prohibited on club property.3.14 Guests will be limited to four of each member. Members must maintain visual supervision of these guests.3.15 These rules may be changed, amended, or revoked at any time with a majority vote and approval of the Executive Board.3.16 All federal, state, and local laws shall be obeyed in addition to these rules while on club property. ................
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