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by Schackow, Apr. 2015 Subjects: Hunter Safety
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What does this picture represent for hunters? Zones of Fire for the three (3) safe hunters When walking through brush or dense undergrowth what safety precaution should be taken to ensure that a firearm does not fire by mistake? Place your hand over the trigger guard When crossing a fence or other obstacle alone, what should you do with your firearm once it is unloaded? Set the firearm on the ground, pointing the muzzle away from where you are crossing What is the first thing a hunter should do every time he or she loads a firearm? a) Check the barrel for obstructions b) Clean the firearm with a well-oiled rag c) Adjust the sights on the firearm d) Have the firearm inspected by a gunsmith Check the barrel for obstructions What type of personal flotation device (PFD) would be most recommended when hunting on rough or remote waters? Type I When hunting, when would it be advisable to cover the trigger guard on your firearm? When walking through brush or dense undergrowth Why would the safe hunter never shoot in the direction of rocks or water? a) Rocks or water are not an appropriate backstop as they might cause the bullet to ricochet b) Shooting towards rocks or water will effectively stop a bullet or shot c) Shooting towards rocks or water will alert the game animal of the hunter's presence d) There is no reason to avoid shooting towards rocks or water Rocks or water are not an appropriate backstop as they might cause the bullet to ricochet If the safe hunter is alone, which of the following would be the safe and correct procedure for boarding a watercraft for a hunting excursion? a) Board the watercraft while carrying all equipment and firearms b) Push off from shore and jump onto the watercraft once launched c) Load all firearms and equipment before boarding d) Board the watercraft and then load any equipment Load all firearms and equipment before boarding What is the purpose of wearing hunter orange clothing? It will help a hunter to be seen by other hunters What safe hunter carry is this? the cradle carry What is this arrowhead used for? Blunt point arrowheads are used for hunting small game and are usually made of metal or rubber. Which arrow points are predominantly used for target practice? Bullet point For which of the following activities is a field point best suited? a) Big game hunting b) Bow fishing c) Target practice and small game hunting d) Exclusively for target practice Target practice and small game hunting What shooting position is this? The prone position. What is controlled by the top dial on a telescopic sight? The horizontal reticle (Side to Side) When firing a handgun while standing, how should it be held to provide the maximum amount of control? With both hands out in front of you Which of the following is one of the fundamentals of safe shooting? a) Installing a telescopic sight on your firearm b) Always use the standing shooting position c) Learn how to pattern a shotgun d) Always use rimfire cartridges in a rifle Learn how to pattern a shotgun Which of the following rifle sights provides magnification of the game animal which helps to ensure an accurate shot? a) Telescopic sight b) Aperture (peep) sight c) Open sight d) Binoculars Telescopic sight Which of the following positions should be used to practice the fundamentals of good shooting? a) Prone position b) Sitting position c) Kneeling position d) Standing position Prone position Which of the following shooting positions is considered to be the least steady? a) prone position b) sitting position c) kneeling position d) standing position standing position Which of the following should be considered when sighting in a rifle? a) Gravity, air resistance and energy loss all have an effect on the bullet's trajectory b) A rifle sighted to hit a target at 100 yards will also hit the center of that target at 50 yards c) Avoid using a steady rest when firing a rifle since this will affect the bullet's trajectory d) Breathe normally while squeezing the trigger. Holding your breath will affect the bullet's trajectory. Gravity, air resistance and energy loss all have an effect on the bullet's trajectory What is the technique where a safe hunter moves slowly through a hunting area looking for game animals? Still Hunting Why is it important to quickly cool down a game animal after it has been harvested? a) Cooling the animal helps to tenderize the meat b) The animal is easier to carry once the heat has escaped from the body cavity c) Heat will quickly cause the meat to spoil d) There is no reason to cool a game animal after it has expired. Heat will quickly cause the meat to spoil What is the purpose of hanging a harvested game animal from a tree or specially designed rack? a) To allow air to circulate, cooling the meat quicker b) To stop air from circulating, keeping the meat warmer c) To help dry out the meat for easier extraction d) To show off the harvested animal to other hunters To allow air to circulate, cooling the meat quicker What is an important consideration when hunting from a treestand? a) Hunters should avoid wearing blaze orange clothing when in a treestand b) Treestands are only permitted for firearms hunting, not bow hunting c) Treestands should be regularly inspected, and not used if they show any sign of damage d) Safety harnesses are very uncomfortable and should only be used by beginning treestand hunters Treestands should be regularly inspected, and not used if they show any sign of damage What is an important consideration for treestand hunters concerning falls from a stand? It is important to carry emergency signaling devices that are readily accessible. Be prepared for a fall before it happens What treestand is this? Ladder stand Which of the following treestands is considered unsafe and should never be used by hunters? a) Fixed or hang-on stand b) Permanent stand c) Ladder stand d) Tower stand Permanent stand Which treestand is best suited for hunting on the edges of fields or in open country? Tower stand What treestand is this? Fixed or hang-on stand Which of the following safety harnesses is the safest and MOST recommended when hunting from a treestand? a) Simple belt harness b) Chest harness c) Fall Arrest System / Full Body Harness d) Tree Anchored Safety strap Fall Arrest System / Full Body Harness Which treestand is considered to be the safer one for the hunter to climb in and out of? a) Self-climbing stand b) Simple platform treestand c) Ladder stand d) Hanging stand Ladder stand Once in the treestand which of the following should be done first? a) Load your firearm b) Remove orange clothing c) Have a cup of coffee d) Secure the safety harness Secure the safety harness How should your firearms and equipment be brought into a treestand? a) Thrown up by someone still on the ground b) Using a haul line once having reached the top c) Carried up while climbing into the stand d) Brought up while installing the treestand Using a haul line once having reached the top Which of the following is a basic tool used by today's trapper? a) Digging Tool b) Bore snakes c) Bore light d) Arm guard Digging Tool Which carry is this? The trail carry If you encounter a fence or other obstacle while carrying a firearm, what is the FIRST thing that you should do before crossing? What is the trail carry best for?Trail carry — With the trail carry, the firearm is gripped in one hand allowing the other to be free. This carry should only be used when hunting alone or when others aren't in front of or to the side of you.
What is the safest firearm carrying position?The elbow or “side” carry is a very comfortable carry for break-action firearms. The pivot of the open action rests easily in the crook of your elbow and down over your forearm. In this manner the barrel naturally points down. Others can easily see that your action is safe and open.
Which is the safest carry most of the time?Two-handed Carry
The shooter has good muzzle control with this carry, and is ready to shoulder the firearm quickly. This is an excellent carry for working upland bird cover. It is also one of the safest ways to carry a firearm. Never use it when someone is on the same side that the muzzle is pointed.
What is the elbow carry?Elbow carry – Transporting a firearm with the forearm of the firearm hooked over your elbow. Muzzle is pointed toward the ground.
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