Pistol competitors and coaches have the same rules govern all competitions in which they participate. Real property and buildings, structures, and improvements thereon. Three rules for safe gun handling nra online training. Nra precision pistol, formerly known as nra conventional pistol, is a national bullseye shooting discipline organized in the united states by nra. Turn to page 6 for the nra basic rules of gun safety. Your expertise and dedication will help train a new generation of shooters how to exercise their freedoms safely and responsibly. Seminar goals to highlight the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude essential for selecting, safely handling, storing and cleaning a firearm. Register for the class through armed2defends website and pay at minimum the. Nra pistol rules competitive shooting sports logo of.
This handbook, produced under the auspices of the nra, contains three sections. Always keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot. If you see someone else violating the rules of safetyno matter who it isyou should speak up. The rules may be different from sport to sport, so always listen carefully to your instructor or range safety officer. A safe direction means that the gun is pointed so that even if it were to go off it would not cause injury or damage. This precourse qualiicaion consists of both an inperson training and a range demonstraion. Nra hunters pistol equipment rules you can find all of the rules in section 3 of the n. In another thread i asked a question related to the rules pertaining to magazine disconnects. Nra family 8 gun safety rules you may not have heard of. Nra pistol instructor candidate packet armed2defend.
Gun safety gun safety rules gun safety is everyones responsibility. Edition of the cmp games rifle and pistol competition rules that are now included in this 8th edition of the cmp games rules are underlined so they can be readily identified. Competitions held on the nra range will be conducted in accordance with official nra rules or by the rules of the sanctioning body of the match. Sinks are located directly opposite the range exit door. A brief overview of bullseye ssaa target pistol 1008 the gunsthere are 6 main events in ssaa target pistol bullseye. Grip safety operated by normal holding of the firearm 3. The nra basics of pistol shooting course is the best way for you to learn the basics of pistol shooting from the top firearms training organization in the world. International style pistol rules national rifle association.
Anyone with recommendations for rule changes is urged to submit them to. A person has the right to keep and bear arms for the defense of self, family, home and state, and for hunting and recreational use. An area designed and used for rifle shooting, pistol shooting, trapshooting, skeetshooting, or other target shooting and related training or practice for the. When using or storing a gun, always follow these nra rules. The program, range facilities and officials must comply with standards established by the nra. Official rules for pistol silhouette competition these rules establish uniform standards for nra sanctioned silhouette competition. The fundamental nra rules for safe gun handling are. The types of tournaments which are sanctioned are listed in rule 1.
The fundamentals of firearm safety the three basic general rules of safe gun handling. Through this course, the students will learn about pi stol parts and operation, a mmunition, gun safety, pistol. Nra muzzle loading rifle, pistol and shotgun rules official rules and regulations to govern the conduct of all nra muzzle loading rifle, pistol and shotgun competition national rifle association 11250 waples mill road, fairfax, virginia 22030 revised february 2007 2007, the national rifle association of america. Distinguished revolver program nra competitive shooting. Download the nra rule books and updates in pdf format by clicking the links. Wobbley, markoue and lenv all responded that the removal is permitted, with lenv quoting the rules in support of their position. The course is the first steps for you to obtain the proper certification for your concealed carry permit in some states. Mentor program guidefor new shooters nra publications. Where alternatives are shown, the least restrictive conditions apply unless the tournament program sets forth limitations. If you have any questions about the nra basic pistol shooting course, please contact. Ed, if you scroll through, you can see that the changes and new rules have a bullet point or a dot in front of the rule number.
The main thing that all gun ranges have in common is that its all about safety. Eligibility only individuals who are eligible for nra pistol competition pursuant to section 2 of the nra pistol rules shall be eligible to compete in this program revolver as defined in rule 3. Drop safeties incorporated to prevent discharge if the firearm is accidentally dropped 4. Summary of the steps to become an nra ceriied pistol instructor 1 register for training all instructor candidates must demonstrate pistol competence by compleing the precourse qualiicaion requirements before the class. Rules in which major changes have been made since publication of the previous rule book are marked thus. The national rifle association is americas longeststanding civil rights organization. Gun safety is everyones responsibility, no matter your age or ability level. Nra gun safety rules available as a brochure the fundamental nra rules for safe gun handling are. Awards the nra distinguished revolver badge will be awarded to those competitors who earn a total of 30 points through unassisted individual.
Single shot, revolver or semiautomatic pistol with barrel length of 12 or less. Nra gun safety rules the fundamental nra rules for safe gun handling are. Anyone with recommendations for rule changes is urged to submit them to usa shootings national pistol coach, youth programs manager or the nra competitions division air gun coordinator. Keep your finger off the trigger and outside the trigger guard until you are ready to shoot. To order support materials, please call the nra program materials center toll free at 18003367402, or visit us online at. From gun safety rules and training programs, to information for parents about firearms in the home, the nra is dedicated to providing resources and services to educate shooters of all ages about the safe handling and storage of firearms. Together with our more than five million members, were proud defenders of historys patriots and diligent protectors of the second amendment. Emphasis is on accuracy and precision, and participants shoot handguns at paper targets at fixed distances and time limits. Nra gun safety rules three fundamental rules for safe gun handling 1.
Download the nra rule books and updates in pdf format by clicking the links in the table below. Other organizations in the united states and canada have established rules and keep records of similar disciplines, including. The nra is recognized nationally as the gold standard for safe firearm training, developing millions of safe, ethical, responsible shooters and instructors. The intent of police competition is to provide law enforcement officers a competitive program which will improve the officers skills and competence as a. Nra sanctioned competition is competition conducted by nra affiliated. A safe direction means that the gun is pointed so that even i. Official rules and regulations to govern the conduct of nra police pistol combat competition. Be sure to contact your county, city or state to find out. The instructor led training portion of the blended nra basic pistol shooting course reinforces and applies the knowledge that students have already learned in the nra basics of pistol shooting self. Always wash your hands and face immediately after shooting andor cleaning your firearm.
Courses of fire nra pistol rules section 7 with the exception of mayleigh match, the national match course is standard basis for all classes of handgun. Manual safety operated by the shooter while handling the firearm 2. Instructors are responsible for evaluating student knowledge, while. The following is a general overview only for full specifications see the nra pistol rules book, or the ssaa national guide to nra pistol rules. The key to this rule is to control where the muzzle or front end of the barrel is pointed. However, in perusing the forum i see lots of others claim the removal of the magazine disconnect disqualifies the pistol. Whether youre a new gun owner in search of training, or an experienced marksman looking to support others, the nra.
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