Ten Commandments of Firearms Safety

1. Treat every gun with the respect due a loaded gun.

2. Watch that muzzle! Be able to control the direction of the muzzle ever if you should stumble.

3. Unload guns when not in use. Take down or have actions open; guns should be carried in case to the shooting area.

4. Be sure barrel and action are clear of obstructions, and that you have only ammunition of the proper size for the gun you are carrying.

5. Be sure of your target before you pull the trigger; know identifying features of the game you hunt.

6. Never point a gun at anything you do not want to shoot; avoid all horseplay with a firearm.

7. Never climb a fence or tree or jump a ditch with a loaded gun; never pull a gun toward you by the muzzle.

8. Never shoot a bullet at a flat, hard surface or water; at target practice be sure your backstop is adequate.

9. Store guns and ammunition separately, beyond the reach of children and careless adults.

1O. Avoid alcoholic beverages before and during shooting.