Every Gun Is Loaded. Treat them like they are. Every time, all the time. Guns are not toys. Treat them with respect at all time. Or you might just have to pay a really high price.
Do the same thing every time. Check, then double check the weapon. It is very clear what this gentleman did. He racked the slide and saw a round go flying. The problem is that all he did was cycle the next round into the chamber when he racked the slide.
Never assume a weapon is empty. Check it, recheck it, and then treat it with respect. This is just so scary. He is in a room full of teenagers!
Why do I show these videos and pictures? Because I like to go to the range and every one of these videos gives the non shooting public a bad impression of the total shooting community.
Always follow the four basic rules of Gun Safety:
- Always keep firearms pointed in a safe direction.
- Treat all guns as though they are loaded.
- Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot.
- Always be sure of your target and what’s beyond it.
This is a clear violation of Rule 2.