Range Etiquette and Safety Rules
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Keep the action of your gun open except when it is your turn to fire.
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Keep your gun muzzle pointed in a safe direction at all times.
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Hearing protection and safety glasses are required for any person on or near the shooting areas (including spectators).
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Never load a shell into any part of your gun until on your post or station.
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For 16 yard and Handicap shooting, load 1 round at a time. For Doubles, Continental, and 5-Stand, do no load more than 2 rounds.
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Do not change stations with a live or empty round in the chamber or magazine.
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Do not change stations until the puller tells you to move. When moving from Station 5 to Station 1, walk behind the other shooters.
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In the event of a misfire or weak report, always check your barrel for obstructions.
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Only shooters and the puller should be on the ranges.
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Always stay clear of the target windows and trap machines.
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Be observant of others on the ranges.
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The maximum load is 3 dram equivalent, and shot no larger than 7½. We want to keep the shot on our own property.
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No Singles, Handicap, Continental, Doubles, or 5-Stand squad will consist of more than 5 shooters.
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Do not pick up your empty shells until the squad is done shooting. Pick up only your own cases, others may want theirs.
