Reviews the ten rules of firearms safety every shooter must. Firearm safety and obtaining your licence ssaa coffs. Always treat any firearm as it is loaded and be prepared. Nsw has firearm laws to protect public safety and promote the responsible and safe use of firearms. The objective of this booklet is to encourage safe firearm handling.
View the specifications for approved firearm storage. Please bring this number with you to the firearms safety training course you. Simply reading this study guide will not make you a safe firearm owner. Make sure your firearm is in good mechanical condition before firing it. Be ready to identify action types of guns, identify type of the ammunition, always remember to treat any firearm as it is loaded and other safety measures. Firearm safety certificate manual attorney general of.
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. The intent of the california legislature in enacting the fsc law is to ensure that persons who obtain firearms have a basic familiarity with those firearms, including but not limited to, the safe handling and storage of those firearms. The app was designed to help out new licence applicants. You may be a rifle, shotgun, air rifle or handgun shooter, it does not matter. Always use a holster which is designed for, and which fits, your handgun. This web testing app is for those who prepares to take a firearm safety course or firearm awareness test or similar training as a part of licensing process. This is a mandatory requirement for anyone seeking to obtain a firearms licence in nsw. The course is accredited by the nsw firearms registry and is available statewide through a network of highly experienced firearm safety and training council and nsw policeaccredited firearm trainers. The firearms act 1996 the firearms act and the firearms. Read the firearms act 1997 find out more about the basic licence requirements for individuals and businesses all recreational shooter licence applicants must pass a questionnaire based on the national firearms safety code booklet. You not be able to take the gun out of the store until you return with the firearm stated on your. Hunters handbook offers you tips and tools on everything from safe hunting to shooting tips for success, survival tips, and game preparation. Generally speaking there are only two commonly used genuine. A gun, or other weapon, that is or at any time was capable of propelling a projectile by means of an explosive and includes a blank fire firearm, or an air gun, but does not include anything declared by the regulations not to be a firearm.
New zealand has a high level of firearm ownership and use, with many people enjoying our varied hunting and shooting activities. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. In nsw, any person seeking to possess and use a firearm must be authorised by way of a licence or permit. Rights, wrongs and responsibilities nsw police force. The test is administered by doj certified instructors, who are often located at firearms dealerships. To make an application to participate in a safety course you should attend your local police station. Awareness handbook published by or under the authority of the. Qld firearms safety courses held weekly on the gold coast category a,b,c,d,h, and m.
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Prepare to get your firearm licence of any category a, b, c, d, re or a pistol permit category h. Where firearms are used, the rules for safe handling set out in the nsw firearms safety. All of our safe shooting instructors have been endorsed by their local branch and recognised by the nsw firearms registry, and they will be happy to give you all the information you need to get started in the shooting sports. Jul 11, 20 have a question regarding the firearm safety course, is the safety booklet enough to pass the test read it about 5 times now, or are there other components i need to know. New zealand police is committed to increasing the safe use and storage of firearms, and reducing the number of preventable deaths and injuries involving firearms. The firearms safety awareness council is the sole body responsible for firearms safety awareness testing.
Download pdf english download pdf espanol order print copies. Apr 18, 2016 you can either email or post these photos back to licensing. Firearm safety awareness handbooks available in every state from your local police. Qld firearms training brisbane firearms licence courses run. Get your nsw firearms licence its an easy fourstep process. Qld firearms training offers firearm safety courses across the greater brisbane and surrounding areas in the following categories a, b, h, c, d, m crossbows rifles, shotguns, handguns, semiautomatic rifles, pump actions, lever actions and crossbows steps to enrol. Hunter leap providers and trainers that are accredited by dpi to provide adequate training for a nsw restricted game. Firearms safety 10 rules of safe gun handling nssf. This certificate contains the details of the firearm you have purchased and will be used in the licensing process. National firearms safety code western australia police. Obtaining a nsw firearms licence the following information is for longarm firearm licences for handgun licences, please contact your local pistol club some contacts for these are below visit the nsw firearms registry licence form application page and follow the instructions to complete your firearms licence application online. This briefing paper provides a update of developments in firearms regulation in australia and overseas since may 1996. The establishment of the foundation followed several years of lobbying by a number of the states major shooting organisations who believed that an independent body was required to provide advice to the government on firearms safety training matters and to work with the government to address a number of areas where. It is supposed to give you a hint on what type of questions you will face at your written test and what you are supposed to do at any safe handling demonstration, local gun laws and how to be safe while handling firearms on a daytoday basis.
W wikipedia citation please see wikipedias template documentation for further citation fields that may be required. Longarm firearm safety courses are facilitated by divisional firearm officers dfos and run by volunteer instructors from the firearms safety foundation victoria. The objective of this booklet is to encourage safe firearm handling procedures and safe shooting practices. Safety test is tomorrow evening and i am getting a little nervous. Firearm safety certificate study guide california department of. The firearms registry is part of nsw police force and is. As the official howto pipeline of the international hunter education association, we offer you all things hunting, from the experts. Firearms licence holders retain knowledge of firearms safety and practice firearms safety every time they handle a firearm. Firearm and weapon safety to find out about firearm and weapon safety go to the northern territory police website, where you can get the national firearms safety code booklet and other resources. Gunsmart the nsw firearms safety initiative to read an overview of the initiative. The calendar to the right has the dates for all upcoming firearm safety courses, once you find a date that suits you, click on.
The calendar to the right has the dates for all upcoming firearm safety courses, once you. The history of firearms laws in new south wales, the events leading to the reform of those laws, and the arguments for and against gun control were discussed in the 1996 briefing paper gun control. Safe shooting course guide sporting shooters association of nsw. We do this by following the arms code and keeping yourself and everyone else safe while using firearms. Before attending the firearm safety course and completing the firearm safety test, you should read this booklet thoroughly. Whether youre a parent in search of information about firearm safety in the home, a firsttime gun owner, or an old pro looking to brush up on your. Qld firearms training brisbane firearms licence courses. Never try to fire a gun which may have a plugged or partially obstructed. The process of studying for and completing the safety awareness test is the educational component for applying for a firearms license by studying the provided document and passing the test you are deemed to. Finally, there is a glossary that defines the more technical terms used in the study guide. Have a question regarding the firearm safety course, is the safety booklet enough to pass the test read it about 5 times now, or are there other components i need to know. Safety rules related to your firearms holster and ammo carrier. Shooters must also complete firearms safety training. Keep safety in your sights owning and using firearms in the safe way 1997 department of primary industry and energy shopfront.
Make sure your holster covers the trigger guard of your handgun. Prelicence qualification course nsw prelicence qualification course this course is available to all fit and proper persons who wish to gain a nsw firearms licence. These quizzes will give you a hint on what type of questions you should focus to get your firearm licence. Please contact the government department or agency directly. For an additional firearm licence the above steps apply, minus the safety awareness and the storage paperwork. Randomly generated quizzes or questions one by one.
Gun use how it affects you 1996 australian government police pamphlet 3. Handbook on firearms safety awareness nsw firearms. How to apply for firearm licence click here click here for the firearms user guide, you will be tested on the information contained in this booklet click here for the safety awareness handbook the tests are carried out at goulburn. Get licensed sydney international shooting centre nsw. Qld firearms training offers firearm safety courses across the greater brisbane and surrounding areas in the following categories a, b, h, c, d, m crossbows rifles, shotguns, handguns, semiautomatic rifles, pump actions, lever actions and crossbows. On 1 july 2019, the nsw government made changes to departments and agencies.
Welcome to the firearms safety course website you can book a date to suit yourself here as long that it is a thursday or a saturdaywe start them at 1pm when you fill in and send the booking information you will receive confirmation of your booking along with the address and map of the test location. A gun, or other weapon, that is or at any time was capable of propelling a projectile by means of an explosive and includes a blank fire firearm, or an air. Firearms safety course gold coast queensland firearms safety. Please click here to download a copy of the ssaa nsw safe shooting course booklet. The ssaa nsw safe shooting course is for new shooters applying for a nsw firearms licence pertaining to long arms. Please use the information on this page to contact the government department or agency directly. The new licensing system awarenesss test beaton firearms.
All persons wishing to obtain a firearms licence in. New zealand police is committed to increasing the safe use and storage of firearms, and reducing the number of. Acknowledgements we wish to acknowledge and thank the commissioner of police new zealand and the new zealand mountain safety council inc for their assistance in supplying their arms code book and illustrations. The ssaa nsw safe shooting course has been specifi cally designed for new shooters applying for the fi rst time for a nsw firearms licence longarms it comprises both theory and practical face to face components the theory required for the course is contained in this booklet, and candidates are advised to. Make firearm safety a priority for your customers and members with some helpful giveaways as part of our gunsmart range and retail kit. Safe shooting course guide sporting shooters association. Covers storage options for firearms, firearms kept for home security and includes a special message to youngsters and their parents. This study guide provides the basic firearm safety information. Firearms safety awareness course for goulburn and districts welcome to the firearms safety course website you can book a date to suit yourself here as long that it is a thursday or a saturdaywe start them at 1pm when you fill in and send the booking information you will receive confirmation of your booking along with the address and map of. It focuses on basics of firearms safety, safe handling and basics of firearm laws. At the nra, firearm education and safety is paramountthats why we offer a variety of programs and services to promote the safe handling, use and storage of firearms. This web app is for those who prepares to take doj fsc in california. To apply for a firearms licence, you must meet basic requirements. A key part of being a safe hunter is fully understanding and.
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Firearm safety 17 2a ways to keep yourself and others safe 17 2b carrying your. Helps parents understand what the shooting sports are all about and includes a comprehensive listing of youth shooting programs and personal success stories. A key part of being a safe hunter is fully understanding and mitigating the risks around firearms. Go online or contact nsw police firearms registry and request an application form, this will be posted to you. We can do your game council nsw r licence for you giving you access to hunt. Sporting shooters association of nsw general firearms safety. In addition to safety information, this study guide provides a general summary of the state laws that govern the sale and use of firearms. All of our safe shooting instructors have been endorsed by their local branch and recognised by the nsw firearms registry, and they will be happy to give you all the.
Police accredited firearms safety awareness officers who are members of approved shooting clubs throughout nsw do this testing. Periodically have your firearm checked for signs of erosion, cracking, or wear by the factory, by a qualified armorer, or by a factory certified gunsmith. How to apply for a firearms licence in western australia below is a simple step by step process to getting your firearms licence or additional firearm added to your existing licence. How to get your firearm license in western australia. Visit the nsw firearms registry website or call 0 362 562 and provide your genuine reason for using a firearm and the category of licence you want. He realized he couldnt leave his familys firearm education in the hands of hollywood and other media and that, like in any family, the best education begins at home. All of the national firearm safety code principles and all of the. The course can be completed same day as your firearms course or you can book. When you purchase a firearm from a dealer you will be supplied with a serviceability certificate.
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