Gun
safety must be the priority and endless attention of every security guards who
handles issued firearms.
An
armed security guard has essential duty and responsibility. He need to know how
to use her/his firearm safely.
Security
guard should study the different features of the firearm and have a complete knowledge
and understanding of its specific functions
Below
are the common safety suggestions urged for security guards practitioners.
- Before
handling any firearm in the workplace make sure you have a valid (DDO) or duty
detail order in your custody which serves as your authority to carry the
firearm with you.
- Double
check your service firearm license if it is updated.
- The
gun should be holstered
- Considered
every firearm as if it is loaded.
- Always
point the muzzle in a safe direction.
- Never
cock the firearm unless you are ready to shoot
- Keep
your finger off the trigger.
- Use
only the firearm in any deadly attack for self-defense
- Never
rely on a mechanical safety.
- Inspect
your gun regularly and clean it habitually.
- Know
your target and what’s behind it.
- Use
only the correct ammunition for your firearm.
- Know
what to do in case of a misfire.
- Wear
protective ear and eye equipment.
- Keep
the firearm free of obstructions.
- Don’t
modify your firearm.
I hope you would learned something with this article.
God bless and thank you for reading.
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