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Which inspection action should you perform first when approaching any unfamiliar firearm?

CFSC Student Handbook — 'Safe handling and inspection' and ACTS/PROVE guidance: The first steps when approaching an unfamiliar firearm are to point the muzzle s

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Question: Which inspection action should you perform first when approaching any unfamiliar firearm?

Answer options: ✅ Point the muzzle in a safe direction and then visually and physically check that it is unloaded (PROVE/ACTS)

  • Pick it up by the muzzle and point it at people to see if it’s loaded
  • Assume it’s unloaded and place it into a case immediately
  • Fire one round into the ground to ensure the action works

Correct answer: Point the muzzle in a safe direction and then visually and physically check that it is unloaded (PROVE/ACTS)

Explanation: CFSC Student Handbook — 'Safe handling and inspection' and ACTS/PROVE guidance: The first steps when approaching an unfamiliar firearm are to point the muzzle safely and check visually and physically that it is unloaded, following ACTS/PROVE principles.

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