FIREARM SAFETY CERTIFICATE ( FSC AND HSC ) LATEST
UPDATE 100 REAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
Why firearm safety? - ANSWER: To reduce firearm accidents
The intent of California Legislature FSC law is to ensure - ANSWER: 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
To obtain a firearm safety certificate - ANSWER: you must take the DOJ written test
and receive a passing score of at least 75%
ignorance and carelessness are - ANSWER: major causes of firearm accidents
Basic gun safety rules must be applied - ANSWER: ALL OF THE TIME
Safe and responsible firearm storage, particularly when a member of the household
is depressed, intoxicated, substance abusive, or enraged individuals, - ANSWER: can
help prevent tragedies
Becoming a safe firearm owner is similar to becoming a - ANSWER: safe driver
Becoming a safe firearm owner means you must have (1) - ANSWER: Respect for the
danger of firearms
Becoming a safe firearm owner means you must have (2) - ANSWER: An awareness
and concern about the possible safety hazards related to firearms
Becoming a safe firearm owner means you must have (3) - ANSWER: A desire to
learn and practice safe conduct with firearms
1st step in becoming a responsible firearm owner - ANSWER: Developing a mind set
for safe and responsible firearm usage and storage
2nd step in becoming a responsible firearm owner - ANSWER: building your
knowledge of firearms and gun safety
3rd step in becoming a responsible firearm owner - ANSWER: becoming skillful in
handling firearms
4th step in becoming a responsible firearm owner - ANSWER: using safety knowledge
that you have acquired
There are ____ basic gun safety rules - ANSWER: 6
,Gun safety rule #1 - ANSWER: Treat all guns as if they are loaded.
Gun safety rule #2 - ANSWER: Keep the gun pointed in the safest possible direction.
Gun safety rule #3 - ANSWER: Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to
shoot.
Gun safety rule #4 - ANSWER: Know your target, its surroundings, and beyond.
Gun safety rule #5 - ANSWER: Know how to properly operate your gun.
Gun safety rule #6 - ANSWER: Store your gun safely and securely to prevent
unauthorized use. Guns and ammunition should be stored separately.
Every time a gun is handled for any reason, check to see that it is - ANSWER:
unloaded
If you are unable to check a gun to see if it is unloaded - ANSWER: leave it alone and
seek help from someone more knowledgeable about guns
Always be aware of where the gun is - ANSWER: pointing
A "safe direction" is one - ANSWER: where an accidental discharge of the gun will not
cause injury or damage
Only point a gun at an object that you - ANSWER: intend to shoot
Never point a gun toward - ANSWER: yourself or another person
Always keep your finger off the trigger and outside the trigger guard - ANSWER: until
you are ready to shoot
Even though it may be comfortable to rest your finger on the trigger - ANSWER: it is
unsafe
If you are moving around with your finger on the trigger and stumble or fall -
ANSWER: you could inadvertently pull the trigger
Sudden loud noises or movements can result in an accidental discharge because -
ANSWER: there is a natural tendency to tighten the muscles when startled
The trigger is for firing - ANSWER: the handle is for handling
Check that the areas in front of and behind your target are - ANSWER: safe before
shooting
, Be aware that if the bullet misses or completely passes through the target -
ANSWER: it could strike a person or object
Identify the target and make sure it is - ANSWER: what you intend to shoot
If you are in doubt - ANSWER: DON'T SHOOT!
Never fire at a target that is - ANSWER: only a movement, color, sound or
unidentifiable shape
Be aware of - ANSWER: all the people around you before you shoot
It is important to become thoroughly familiar with - ANSWER: your gun
You should know its - ANSWER: mechanical characteristics including how to properly
load, unload and clear a malfunction from your gun
Obviously, not all guns are - ANSWER: mechanically the same
Never assume that what applies tone make or model is - ANSWER: exactly applicable
to another
You should direct questions regarding the operation of your gun to - ANSWER:
firearms dealer, or contact the manufacturer directly
Even when the gun is not in your hands - ANSWER: you must still think of safety
Use a California-approved firearms safety device on the gun, such as a - ANSWER:
trigger lock or cable lock, so it cannot be fired
Store your gun unloaded in a locked container such as a California-approved -
ANSWER: lock box or a gun safe
Store your gun in a different location than the - ANSWER: ammunition
For maximum safety you should use both a - ANSWER: locking device and a storage
container
Never handle a gun when you are in an - ANSWER: emotional state such as anger or
depression. Your judgment may be impaired.
Never shoot a gun in celebration - ANSWER: Not only is this unsafe, but it is generally
illegal. A bullet fired into the air can return to the ground with enough speed to
cause injury or death.
Do not shoot at water, flat or hard surfaces - ANSWER: The bullet can ricochet and
hit someone or something other than the target.
UPDATE 100 REAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
Why firearm safety? - ANSWER: To reduce firearm accidents
The intent of California Legislature FSC law is to ensure - ANSWER: 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
To obtain a firearm safety certificate - ANSWER: you must take the DOJ written test
and receive a passing score of at least 75%
ignorance and carelessness are - ANSWER: major causes of firearm accidents
Basic gun safety rules must be applied - ANSWER: ALL OF THE TIME
Safe and responsible firearm storage, particularly when a member of the household
is depressed, intoxicated, substance abusive, or enraged individuals, - ANSWER: can
help prevent tragedies
Becoming a safe firearm owner is similar to becoming a - ANSWER: safe driver
Becoming a safe firearm owner means you must have (1) - ANSWER: Respect for the
danger of firearms
Becoming a safe firearm owner means you must have (2) - ANSWER: An awareness
and concern about the possible safety hazards related to firearms
Becoming a safe firearm owner means you must have (3) - ANSWER: A desire to
learn and practice safe conduct with firearms
1st step in becoming a responsible firearm owner - ANSWER: Developing a mind set
for safe and responsible firearm usage and storage
2nd step in becoming a responsible firearm owner - ANSWER: building your
knowledge of firearms and gun safety
3rd step in becoming a responsible firearm owner - ANSWER: becoming skillful in
handling firearms
4th step in becoming a responsible firearm owner - ANSWER: using safety knowledge
that you have acquired
There are ____ basic gun safety rules - ANSWER: 6
,Gun safety rule #1 - ANSWER: Treat all guns as if they are loaded.
Gun safety rule #2 - ANSWER: Keep the gun pointed in the safest possible direction.
Gun safety rule #3 - ANSWER: Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to
shoot.
Gun safety rule #4 - ANSWER: Know your target, its surroundings, and beyond.
Gun safety rule #5 - ANSWER: Know how to properly operate your gun.
Gun safety rule #6 - ANSWER: Store your gun safely and securely to prevent
unauthorized use. Guns and ammunition should be stored separately.
Every time a gun is handled for any reason, check to see that it is - ANSWER:
unloaded
If you are unable to check a gun to see if it is unloaded - ANSWER: leave it alone and
seek help from someone more knowledgeable about guns
Always be aware of where the gun is - ANSWER: pointing
A "safe direction" is one - ANSWER: where an accidental discharge of the gun will not
cause injury or damage
Only point a gun at an object that you - ANSWER: intend to shoot
Never point a gun toward - ANSWER: yourself or another person
Always keep your finger off the trigger and outside the trigger guard - ANSWER: until
you are ready to shoot
Even though it may be comfortable to rest your finger on the trigger - ANSWER: it is
unsafe
If you are moving around with your finger on the trigger and stumble or fall -
ANSWER: you could inadvertently pull the trigger
Sudden loud noises or movements can result in an accidental discharge because -
ANSWER: there is a natural tendency to tighten the muscles when startled
The trigger is for firing - ANSWER: the handle is for handling
Check that the areas in front of and behind your target are - ANSWER: safe before
shooting
, Be aware that if the bullet misses or completely passes through the target -
ANSWER: it could strike a person or object
Identify the target and make sure it is - ANSWER: what you intend to shoot
If you are in doubt - ANSWER: DON'T SHOOT!
Never fire at a target that is - ANSWER: only a movement, color, sound or
unidentifiable shape
Be aware of - ANSWER: all the people around you before you shoot
It is important to become thoroughly familiar with - ANSWER: your gun
You should know its - ANSWER: mechanical characteristics including how to properly
load, unload and clear a malfunction from your gun
Obviously, not all guns are - ANSWER: mechanically the same
Never assume that what applies tone make or model is - ANSWER: exactly applicable
to another
You should direct questions regarding the operation of your gun to - ANSWER:
firearms dealer, or contact the manufacturer directly
Even when the gun is not in your hands - ANSWER: you must still think of safety
Use a California-approved firearms safety device on the gun, such as a - ANSWER:
trigger lock or cable lock, so it cannot be fired
Store your gun unloaded in a locked container such as a California-approved -
ANSWER: lock box or a gun safe
Store your gun in a different location than the - ANSWER: ammunition
For maximum safety you should use both a - ANSWER: locking device and a storage
container
Never handle a gun when you are in an - ANSWER: emotional state such as anger or
depression. Your judgment may be impaired.
Never shoot a gun in celebration - ANSWER: Not only is this unsafe, but it is generally
illegal. A bullet fired into the air can return to the ground with enough speed to
cause injury or death.
Do not shoot at water, flat or hard surfaces - ANSWER: The bullet can ricochet and
hit someone or something other than the target.
