What is the correct action before leaving the range bench at the end of the day?

What is the correct action before leaving the range bench at the end of the day?

• A. Just walk away and return later.
• B. Lock the firearm and leave the range.
• C. Verify the firearm is unloaded and clear, re-safe, and confirm no cartridges downrange.
• D. Disassemble all equipment and leave components everywhere.

Answer: (C)

The main idea here is following a strict end-of-day safety check to remove all risk before you leave the range. You verify the firearm is unloaded and clear, re-safe it, and confirm no cartridges are downrange. This means visually and physically inspecting the chamber and magazine, removing any ammunition, and engaging the safety so the gun cannot fire. Verifying this condition protects you and others from an unexpected discharge if someone handles the firearm later or if it shifts during transport. Leaving the range with a loaded gun or without confirming it's clear introduces a real danger, and simply locking the gun or disassembling gear and leaving parts scattered shows poor handling and safety discipline.

The main idea here is following a strict end-of-day safety check to remove all risk before you leave the range. You verify the firearm is unloaded and clear, re-safe it, and confirm no cartridges are downrange. This means visually and physically inspecting the chamber and magazine, removing any ammunition, and engaging the safety so the gun cannot fire. Verifying this condition protects you and others from an unexpected discharge if someone handles the firearm later or if it shifts during transport. Leaving the range with a loaded gun or without confirming it's clear introduces a real danger, and simply locking the gun or disassembling gear and leaving parts scattered shows poor handling and safety discipline.